Asset Financial Modeller - Renewables

When it comes to building finance-asset models, do run circles around every other self-proclaimed expert in the field? Does your CV boast extensive experience in the energy, project finance, or business valuations field?

If yes, we want to hear from you!

Our client, one of the largest IPPS in Africa, is looking for an Asset Financial Modeler whose expertise will assist them in continuing to expand and transform the African power sector.

Your primary objective would be to prepare, develop, and support financial models for our client’s operating assets, assets currently under construction, and overall asset modelling adjustments. These include balance sheets, the performance of assets, changes in construction timelines, and business valuations and returns.

This role presents the opportunity to join a high-calibre, high-performing team of professionals, and to be a part of the groundbreaking, transformative energy projects across Africa.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Education background in financial certification
• MBA advantageous

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• 5+ years experience in building and analysing financial models for project finance
• Experience in the power industry OR project finance OR business valuation

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop, revise, and oversee intricate project finance-based asset models for current operational assets and those in progress
• Modify models to account for variables such as actual balance sheet figures, asset performance, alterations in construction schedules, and business valuation
• Collaborate on crafting a comprehensive, company-wide unified model for operational assets, ensuring it aligns with established long-term incentive plans
• Guide the transition of project finance investment case models into operational models post-construction
• Provide guidance and instruction to local asset teams on managing their respective models.
• Assist in aligning yearly business plan models with extended valuation models for individual assets
• Interface with lenders regarding issues such as disbursement requests, waivers, distributions, and reporting
• Perform evaluations on the current asset portfolio to inform investment decisions.
• Contribute insights to Investment Committee and Board Papers
• Assist in conducting the annual corporate valuation process
• Offer specialised analytical assistance, including conducting research on market trends and competitors

SKILLS

• NB: Proficient in financial modelling, including advanced Excel skills, VBA, and adherence to financial modelling best practices
• Demonstrates commercial awareness and sharp business acumen
• Possesses strong communication skills, excels in team collaboration, and adept at building relationships
• Shows meticulous attention to detail in tasks
• Exhibits strong cultural sensitivity in all interactions
• Employs structured planning and organizational abilities
• Demonstrates resilience, tenacity, and a focus on achieving goals
• Possesses knowledge and experience in reviewing, preparing, and analysing financial statements
• Displays effective presentation skills in various formal and informal settings
• Fluent in English with proficient speaking abilities