Reference No. 2011 33 SS

Reference Number:  2011 33 SS

Job Description:

Our client, a South African based IPP in the renewable energy industry, is seeking a Project Financial Controller who will be responsible for assisting the Asset Management Team in managing the portfolio of projects from financial close during construction and operation phases.

Responsibilities:

• Implementation of procedures to ensure good corporate governance principles.
• Monthly EXCO report co-ordination.
• Quarterly Board report co-ordination.
• Plan, execute and monitor the obligations of Project Company’s shareholders (equity and shareholders’ loans).
• Plan, execute and monitor the drawdown of debt from the Lenders (prepare utilisation requests).
• Plan, execute and monitor the payment of dividends to shareholders.
• Plan, execute and monitor the payment of interest, repayment of debt to the Lenders, dividend payments and any redemptions of the preference shares.
• Review compliance with the minimum ratios required by the Finance Documents.
• Plan and monitor statutory reporting compliance.
• Cost management and control / budget preparation.
• Quarterly foreign currency revaluations.
• Review all capturing done by the accountant.
• Tax compliance, assist tax advisor in compiling and reviewing monthly compliance returns.
• Reporting monthly management accounts and quarterly reporting.
• Management of Quarterly operational reports.
• Compliance of general project documents, PPA, DCUoSA and IA, regulatory.
• Funder, shareholder and board reporting obligations.
• Management of EPC, O&M contracts, interfaces, project, insurance policies and utility contracts.
• Review annual and provisional income tax returns and VAT.
• Annual audit coordination.
• Coordinate and review the preparation of Annual Financial Statements for the Project Companies.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• CA(SA)
• 1 – 2 years renewable energy experience (within audit or in commerce)
• Strong analytical skills for problem-solving.
• Attention to detail.
• Deadline driven and good time management skills.
• Ability to work both independently as well as within a team.
• Strong working knowledge with an ERP system (Sage X3 advantageous)
• Advanced Excel knowledge

Benefits and Contractual information:

• Competitive annual package
• Permanent employment opportunity

If you wish to apply for the position please send your CV to Sheree Scheepers at sscheepers@camining.com

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Sheree Scheepers

Recruitment Consultant

CA Mining

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