Western Cape: Financial Analyst posted by Communicate Finance

Monitor and forecast cash positions across multiple entities, including subsidiaries and project vehicles
Engage with local and international banks on treasury products, foreign exchange, guarantees, and letters of credit
Assist in negotiating banking facilities and project finance structures
Build and refine detailed project finance models to assess investment returns, funding needs, and sensitivities
Run scenario and risk analyses to understand the impact of key variables like tariffs, capex, and financing structures
Ensure models align with project documentation and agreements
Help develop and maintain a project database for the business
Contribute to structuring and negotiating debt and equity deals with lenders and investors
Support financial due diligence, coordinating with legal, technical, and insurance advisors
Prepare financial content for investment committee papers and lender presentations
Assist with financial close activities, including model audits and documentation reviews
Collaborate with developers and engineers to evaluate project feasibility and investment opportunities
Support preparation of credit assessments and project models for committee review
Provide admin support for investment committees, including scheduling and document management
Offer financial input for bid submissions, PPAs, and equipment agreements
Analyse market trends, project costs, and energy pricing benchmarks
Track financial performance of operating assets against budgets and forecasts
Update models post-financial close to reflect actual performance
Support portfolio-level reporting and valuation for management and shareholders
Monitor compliance with funding covenants
Assist with capital structuring and portfolio optimisation across projects
Contribute to budgeting, funding forecasts, and shareholder reporting
Support M&A analysis and due diligence processes
Provide valuation input for acquisitions, divestments, and refinancing
Help enhance capital raising processes, internal controls, and automation initiatives
 
What We’re Looking For
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field
Professional qualification (e.g., CA) is a plus
Minimum 1–2 years’ experience in accounting or finance, ideally in project-based or investment environments
Strong Excel skills (including macros and modelling)
Solid understanding of accounting, corporate finance, and investment principles
Detail-oriented with excellent analytical and communication skills
Proactive, curious, and eager to learn
 
Ready to take your career to the next level? Apply now and be part of a team shaping the future.
 
 
Contact CORNE JONKER on 021 418 1750, quoting the Ref: CTF021893.
 
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