Corporate Finance Lead

4 days ago

Cape Town, South Africa Terra Firma Solutions (Pty) Ltd Full time

JOB TITLE: Corporate Finance Lead

MANAGER: Chief Financial Officer

LOCATION: Johannesburg / Cape Town

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

We are a leading player in the renewable energy sector, as an EPC contractor and Independent Power Producer (IPP) enabling us to deliver innovative solutions to combat climate change. We are a focused solutions provider to Commercial and Industrial (C&I) customers, with projects spanning across Southern Africa and include roof top, carport, ground mount and wheeled solar projects. We also provide operations and maintenance, asset management, metering and monitoring services through our various divisions.

As we continue to expand our operations and our expertise in battery energy storage solutions (BESS) and maintain our status as the leading C&I IPP, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Corporate Finance Lead to join our team.

ROLE OVERVIEW:

As a Corporate Finance Lead, you will play a pivotal role in the financial evaluation, analysis and risk assessment of new projects and opportunities for the company. You will be responsible for conducting comprehensive financial modelling, assessing project feasibility and supporting the financing of projects from inception to completion. You will be instrumental in sourcing, negotiating and placement of financial solutions for the operating and project companies. In addition, you will analyze financial data, credit reports, and payment history to evaluate risk levels and make informed credit recommendations to the executive committee with regards to potential customers and off takers.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field. Master's degree and professional certifications (CA(SA), CFA or similar

PREFERRED SKILLS:

  • Excellent communication and presentation skills both verbal and written
  • Resourcefulness, confidence, and the ability to work under pressure
  • Delivery of exceptional service to internal and external stake holders
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to convey information understandably
  • Advanced Excel skills with an intermediate knowledge of the rest of the Microsoft Office Suite of Programs
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to understand and interpret complex financial models and forecast
  • Ability to understand and interpret legal clauses that has a financial or commercial impact
  • Ethical

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

  • More than 5 years of experience in financial analysis, corporate finance, or related roles.
  • Proficiency in financial modelling, data analysis and financial reporting tools (e.g., Excel, ERP systems).

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Corporate Finance:

  • Interaction with lenders, insurance advisers, tax advisers and financial advisers
  • Negotiate relevant financial documentation and co-ordinate signing and placement of financial facilities for financial close and timely compliance.
  • Responsible for the drawdown requirements to ensure they happen timeously and in line with financing requirements of the projects and project companies.
  • Managing the lenders and/or loan requirements post financial close to ensure compliance with various loan requirements
  • Negotiate and manage the placement of guarantees for the company.
  • Manage the gearing levels within the project companies as well as forecasting future shareholder funding requirements.

Financial Modeling:

  • Develop and maintain financial models to assess business performance, evaluate investment opportunities/returns and support strategic initiatives.
  • Perform scenario analysis and sensitivity testing to evaluate potential outcomes and risks.
  • Collaborate with the various divisions to evaluate the appropriateness and accuracy of the inputs into the financial models including life cycle cost analysis on project.
  • Provide cash flow forecasts and analysis of various buy-out and flexible agreement terms
  • Provide recommendations and input to reports based on financial modeling and analysis to optimise business outcomes for all project phases.

Investment Analysis:

  • Evaluate potential mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic investments through financial due diligence and analysis.
  • Assist in negotiating and structuring investment transactions to maximize value and mitigate risks.
  • Research new markets and countries for risk and cost understanding

Financial Risk Management:

  • Assess financial risks facing the organization, including market risks, credit risks, and liquidity risks.
  • Develop risk mitigation strategies and controls to minimize exposure and safeguard financial assets.
  • Monitor compliance with risk management policies and procedures and recommend adjustments as needed.
  • Assist in the analysis of hedging, tax legislation, legal aspects, and novel funding opportunities

Credit Evaluation:

  • Review credit applications and assess the financial stability and creditworthiness of customers.
  • Analyse financial statements, credit reports, and other relevant financial data to determine credit risk including the evaluation of payment history, credit references and trade experiences to make informed credit decisions.
  • Perform customer industry research to provide insight into the longevity of industry and the markets that they operate in.

Credit Policy:

  • Develop and implement appropriate credit policies and procedures to ensure sound corporate governance and compliance to lender requirements
  • Ensure compliance with company credit policies, procedures, and guidelines.
  • Review and update credit policies as necessary to reflect changing business needs and regulatory requirements.
  • Communicate credit decisions and terms to internal stakeholders and customers in a timely manner.

Asset management:

  • Responsible for the monthly review of the financial performance of project companies and reporting to Group Financial Manager
  • Updating of financial models quarterly for tracking to performance ratios, forecasting cashflow.
  • Perform and track delay liquidated damages and loss of revenue damages.
  • Provide financial monthly forecasts based on plant performance and trends
  • Assist in the management of the auditor and review of the financial statements
  • Assist in developing the budget for the project companies

Reporting and presentation:

  • Prepare and assist in the presentation of investment documents to subcommittees of the Board
  • Assist the Head of Asset Management in preparing month reports.

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