Project Finance Specialist

Smart4Energy; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company seeks a Project Finance Officer to oversee project financing arrangements and contribute to sustainable energy initiatives in Cape Town. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of project finance experience, strong analytical skills, and a relevant finance qualification. Join a dynamic team focused on driving economic development through clean energy solutions.

Qualifications

• 3 - 5 years in Project Finance within advisory / legal / banking.
• Strong skills in Financial Modelling and Risk Management.

Responsibilities

• Manage financing arrangements during construction and operation phases.
• Ensure financing payments align with arrangements.
• Review legal documents related to financing transactions.

Skills

Project Finance

Strong excel skills

Financial Modelling

Due Diligence

Risk Management

Education

Relevant Finance Degree or qualification

Job description

Our client is an Independent Power Producer, a leading player in the energy industry, dedicated to producing clean and sustainable energy solutions that power communities and drive economic development. Their commitment to innovation and excellence has established them as a trusted name in the sector. They are now seeking an experienced Project Finance Associate to join their dynamic team and make a positive impact on local economies through sustainable energy projects.

The Project Finance Officer is responsible for the execution, management, and monitoring (from a financial, contractual, operational, and administrative perspective) of the project financing arrangements with lenders for the operating portfolio of renewable energy generation projects.

Position: Project Finance Officer

Location: Cape Town

Salary: R1.2mil excluding bonus

Qualifications:

• Relevant Finance Degree or qualification

Skills & Experience:

• A minimum of 3 - 5 years in Project Finance within advisory / legal / banking
• Strong excel skills.
• Financial Modelling
• Due Diligence & Risk Management

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Point of contact for all financing arrangements during the construction and operation phase of the projects.
• Check financing (interest, swaps, upfront fees, commitment fees) related payments and ensure they align to the financing arrangements.
• Review legal documents, contracts, and agreements related to financing transactions.
• Management of partnerships from a “financing” perspective for the projects
• Implement risk mitigation strategies and recommend appropriate action.
• Monitor the construction budget and financing sources to ensure optimal cash management and no funding shortfall during construction and operations.

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