Financial Analyst

Recruiter:

Communicate Recruitment

Job Ref:

CTF021899/Jen

Date posted:

Thursday, November 27, 2025

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:

560 000 Annually

SUMMARY:
Are you passionate about shaping the future of renewable energy? Our client, a leading investor in sustainable solar energy projects, is expanding their high-performing team and looking for a Financial Analyst to support the development, financing, and execution of both renewable and conventional energy initiatives. This is an exciting opportunity to join a mission-driven organization that is accelerating the transition to clean energy through innovative, commercially sound investment strategies. 1-2 years of experience in a project-based, investment, corporate finance or infrastructure environment would be sufficient. Along with proven financial modelling skills and a basic understanding of accounting

POSITION INFO:

Job Description:
As the Financial Analyst, your duties and responsibilities include the following:
Build, maintain and optimize project finance models, including valuations, sensitivities, and post-close updates
Support capital structuring, portfolio optimization, budgeting, cash forecasting, and shareholder reporting
Assist with M&A analysis, valuations, and due diligence across financial, legal, technical and insurance workstreams
Contribute to financial input to bids, PPA’s, commercial contracts, and investment committee submissions
Monitor asset and project performance vs budget, ensuring covenant compliance and accurate reporting
Support the structuring and negotiation of debt and equity financing with lenders, banks, and investors
Collaborate with business developers and engineers on project feasibility, cost benchmarking, and market analysis
Assist in financial close, treasury liaison, and maintaining project databases and committee documentation

Skills & Experience:
1-2 years experience in a project-based, investment, corporate finance or infrastructure environment
Proven experience in financial modeling
Excel advanced proficiency is essential
Solid understanding of basic accounting, investment principles, and corporate finance fundamentals
Strong analytical skills
Confident communicator with excellent stakeholder management skills
A passion for renewable energy and the commercial drivers behind long-term, sustainable investments

Qualification:
Completed Finance or Accounting degree
Grade 12 (matric)

Contact JENELLE COOKSON on , quoting the Ref: CTF021899.

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