Financial Modeller - Renewable Energy

Energy Africa Recruitment; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international utility-scale renewable energy firm seeks a Financial Modeller for their South African team. This crucial role involves developing complex financial models and project finance structures for solar, wind, and hybrid energy projects. Candidates should possess solid experience in project finance, advanced Excel skills, and a strong understanding of financial markets.

Benefits

Opportunity to work with an international team on landmark projects

Exposure to complex project finance structuring

Collaborative multicultural team environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years' experience in financial modelling, especially in renewable energy project finance.
• Strong track record in large-scale infrastructure financial models.
• Familiarity with South African energy market regulations.

Responsibilities

• Build and refine financial models for utility-scale renewable energy projects.
• Structure project finance transactions and analyse funding options.
• Prepare presentations for investment committees and lender due diligence.

Skills

Financial Modelling

Project Finance

Excel

Risk Assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, or related field

Job description

OverviewAn international leader in utility-scale renewable energy is seeking a skilled Financial Modeller to support their South African bidding team.

This role is critical to the development of complex financial models and project finance structures for large-scale renewable energy projects across solar, wind, and hybrid technologies.

The modeller will play a key role in shaping bid strategies by analysing deal structures, funding options, and financial risks within high-value transactions.What You'll DoBuild, review, and refine detailed project finance models for complex renewable energy projects (utility-scale)Structure and analyse project finance transactions, incorporating debt, equity, and hybrid funding mechanismsSupport bidding activities by modelling investment returns, debt sizing, and bankability metrics aligned with project risksIntegrate technical, commercial, and legal assumptions into financial models in collaboration with cross-functional teamsConduct sensitivity analyses, scenario testing, and risk assessments for bid optimisation and investment decisionsPrepare model-based inputs and presentations for internal investment committees, DFIs, and lender due diligenceEngage with external advisors, lenders, and equity partners to support financial close processes and model audit readinessMaintain and improve internal modelling frameworks and ensure compliance with best-practice project finance standardsWhat We're Looking ForMinimum 3–5 years' experience in financial modelling, with at least 2 years in renewable energy project financeStrong track record building and managing complex models for large-scale infrastructure or energy projectsDeep understanding of project finance principles including debt sizing, DSCR / LLCR metrics, funding waterfalls, and risk allocationAdvanced Excel modelling skills with ability to build models from scratch for bidding and financial close purposesExperience in competitive bidding environments (e.g., REIPPPP or international energy tenders)Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, or a related field;Familiarity with the South African energy market and regulatory frameworks affecting project financingWhat We OfferThe opportunity to work with a high-calibre international bidding team on landmark renewable energy transactionsDirect exposure to complex project finance structuring and financial close processesA collaborative, multicultural team environment with global investment reach

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