158 Managing Project Budgets jobs in South Africa

Overview

Inuka is working with a renewable energy developer to bring on a Project Finance Manager based in Cape Town to lead financial modeling, due diligence, and transaction execution for large-scale renewable energy projects. This role will support the full financing lifecycle, from structuring to financial close, ensuring the bankability and success of the company’s project pipeline.

• Develop and maintain detailed project finance models for renewable energy projects.
• Lead due diligence processes across financial, legal, and technical workstreams.
• Structure and negotiate project financing with lenders, DFIs, and investors.
• Prepare investment memos, presentations, and financial analysis for internal and external stakeholders.
• Support PPA negotiations, EPC/O&M contracts, and financial close activities.
• Monitor project financing performance and compliance post-close.

• 5+ years of experience in project finance, investment banking, or infrastructure finance.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, or related field; Master’s degree or MBA preferred.
• Strong financial modeling, valuation, and transaction structuring skills.
• Proven experience closing deals in the renewable energy or infrastructure sectors.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and financial analysis tools.
• Fluency in English required; additional languages beneficial.

Introduction to SOLA

SOLA is a 100% South African, vertically integrated renewable energy solutions provider, specialising in the development, construction and operation of solar PV and battery energy storage projects. We focus on partnering with the private sector to deliver clean energy to businesses across South Africa using cutting-edge clean energy generation and storage technologies. We help our clients to grow and prosper through the adoption of low cost and reliable renewable energy, enabling them to meet their carbon reduction and sustainability targets. For more information, visit

The overall purpose of the position:

The purpose of this role is to support the structuring, evaluation, and execution of project finance transactions across SOLA's portfolio of solar PV and battery energy storage projects, with a key focus on financial modelling. The role will also contribute to due diligence, stakeholder and advisor engagement, and internal investment approvals.

Reports to: Project Finance Manager

Location: Cape Town

Summary of Responsibilities:

Technical:

• Build, operate and maintain detailed three-statement financial models to evaluate project returns and debt sizing across multiple project scenarios.
• Assist the business development and project development teams with calculating tariffs for proposals and development work.
• Support the structuring of project finance transactions, including preparation of project term sheets and various debt and equity scenarios.
• Assist with the development of project information memoranda, presentations, and other investor materials.
• Participate in debt and equity investor due diligence processes, including data room management and Q&A coordination.

Administrative/Operational:

• Assist in tracking progress against financing workstreams and closing checklists for live transactions.
• Maintain internal databases of financial assumptions, benchmark metrics, and transaction precedent.
• Maintain and update operational financial models.
• Coordinate with internal teams (development, technical, legal, construction, operations) to gather inputs for models and transaction materials.
• Support internal approval processes, including preparation of Investment Committee and board packs.

Interpersonal:

• Communicate effectively with external stakeholders, including lenders, investors, financial advisors, and legal counsel.
• Work closely with cross-functional internal teams to ensure alignment of financial structuring with project and commercial goals.
• Support negotiations by providing financial insight and scenario analysis.

Key Performance Indicators:

• Accuracy, robustness and timeliness of financial models and analysis
• Quality and clarity of investment materials and presentations
• Effective coordination and tracking of financing processes
• Contribution to successful financial close of projects
• Positive stakeholder feedback (internal and external)

Minimum Requirements:

• At minimum, a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, (Engineering), Accounting or a related field. A postgraduate qualification (e.g. CFA, CA) will be advantageous.
• Must have 1–3 years of experience in project finance, investment banking, corporate finance, or infrastructure advisory.
• Strong financial modelling competence is critical to this role, including experience with cash flow-based project finance models.
• Knowledge of infrastructure finance principles, especially non-recourse project finance structures.
• Exposure to renewable energy, infrastructure, or energy sectors preferred.
• Experience with data rooms, due diligence processes, or financial close logistics will be an advantage.
• Proactive and self-motivated, with a strong attention to detail and problem-solving mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams and priorities in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment.
• Must be fully proficient in English (verbal and written communication)
• Must be fully computer literate (MS Office Suite and Google App Suite)
• The ideal candidate will be passionate about the renewable energy industry and will embody respect and responsibility in the full sense of the word, while enjoying contributing to a team of highly knowledgeable professionals.

At SOLA, one of our core values is Dig Diversity and we are committed to transformation and embracing diversity. This commitment is what drives us to achieve a diverse and inclusive workplace, representative of the demographics of our society. We therefore give preference to applicants from the designated groups in alignment with our Employment Equity plan.

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Overview:

Inuka is working with a renewable energy developer to bring on a Project Finance Manager based in Cape Town to lead financial modeling, due diligence, and transaction execution for large-scale renewable energy projects. This role will support the full financing lifecycle, from structuring to financial close, ensuring the bankability and success of the company's project pipeline.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain detailed project finance models for renewable energy projects.
• Lead due diligence processes across financial, legal, and technical workstreams.
• Structure and negotiate project financing with lenders, DFIs, and investors.
• Prepare investment memos, presentations, and financial analysis for internal and external stakeholders.
• Support PPA negotiations, EPC/O&M contracts, and financial close activities.
• Monitor project financing performance and compliance post-close.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in project finance, investment banking, or infrastructure finance.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, or related field; Master's degree or MBA preferred.
• Strong financial modeling, valuation, and transaction structuring skills.
• Proven experience closing deals in the renewable energy or infrastructure sectors.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and financial analysis tools.
• Fluency in English required; additional languages beneficial.

Forvis Mazars South Africa is seeking a Project Finance Executive to join its Project Finance Advisory team, with a strong focus on financial modelling and transaction execution. The role is critical to supporting the structuring and financing of infrastructure and energy projects across South Africa and the wider African continent, in both public and private sectors. You will work in a fast paced, collaborative environment alongside senior advisors, building investment-grade financial models, supporting capital raises, and contributing to bid submissions under flagship programmes such as the IPP Office's Renewable Energy Programme, TIPP, and strategic PPP initiatives.

Financial Modelling

• Build, review, and maintain project finance models for infrastructure and energy transactions.
• Perform detailed valuation and financial analysis including IRR, NPV, DSCR, LLCR, and debt sizing calculations.
• Integrate and stress test key financial assumptions (e.g., tariffs, capex, gearing, inflation, FX).
• Produce clear and concise modelling outputs, dashboards and scenario analyses to support investment decisions.

Transaction Advisory

• Support deal teams in delivering financial advisory services across the full transaction lifecycle: feasibility studies, procurement, capital raising, and financial close.
• Assist with reviewing and drafting financial sections of bid documentation, business cases, investor memoranda, and funding applications.
• Contribute to lender and investor engagement processes, including preparation of presentations, data room content, and Q&A responses.

Market Research & Analysis

• Undertake sector specific research and benchmarking to inform project assumptions and structuring.
• Track regulatory developments, infrastructure investment trends

Education & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, Engineering or a related field.
• Progress toward CFA, CIMA, or CA(SA) qualification will be advantageous.
• Financial modelling training or certification preferred (e.g. FMVA).

Experience:

2-4 years' experience in project finance, preferably within:

• A financial advisory or consulting firm;
• Development finance institution (e.g. DBSA, IFC);
• Commercial/investment bank;
• Infrastructure investment fund or PPP unit.
• Proven ability to develop and manage project finance models using Excel.
• Exposure to South African regulatory and procurement frameworks (e.g. MFMA, PFMA, PPP Manual) will be an advantage.

Key Competencies

• VBA & Excel modelling skills (including circularity, macros, sensitivity analysis).
• Understanding of non-recourse financing, risk allocation, and PPP structuring.
• Familiarity with key infrastructure sectors: energy (renewables, gas, storage), transport, logistics, digital, and water.
• Ability to synthesise financial concepts into client facing outputs.
• Highly analytical, detail oriented, and proactive.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in cross functional teams.

Manager – Project Finance (South Africa)

Manager – Project Finance

Reporting to: Senior Director – Project Finance

Location: Johannesburg, South Africa

Position Purpose

As part of the project finance team, you will:

• Lead financing for the assigned projects in South African Countries
• Conduct financial assessment of potential opportunities
• Assist in financial/commercial due diligence & structuring of investment opportunities

Support the financing for AMEA’s projects

• Build knowledge of market trends and lender appetites for relevant project types and locations
• Lead market sounding and debt raising processes in respect of projects pursued
• Provide project finance support on ongoing basis, at various stages of the project development, until financial close
• Lead negotiations and execution of the financing agreements as part of the PF team
• Be the focal point of contacts for lenders for all topics related to the completion of their due diligence
• Nurture and build relationships with lenders, insurance providers, DFIs and IFIs, multilateral and bi-lateral institutions and other developers
• Undertake the necessary due diligence, financial modeling and risk analysis for current and prospective projects
• Provide financial modeling and analytical support for discussions with various stakeholders: Internal (e.g. work streams, Executive Management Team); and External (e.g. co-developers/shareholders and Lenders).
• Contribute to negotiations of MOUs, JDAs, PPAs, Concession Agreements, Tax / Investment Conventions, etc.
• Understand the contractual framework used in renewable energy non-recourse project transactions
• Understand the structure and bankability issues in EPC and O&M agreements
• Understand the key taxation principals applicable to international project finance transactions

Assess and structure project development/ investment opportunities

• For new opportunities, assess project structures and documentation from both an investment perspective and a Project Finance lending perspective
• For projects pursued, assist in structuring deal and documentation to satisfy investors and Project Finance lenders
• Assist in origination of deals where possible
• Manage external advisors and consultants for due diligence and valuation activities
• Advise on financial engineering schemes to improve project economics
• Lead financial structuring of bid proposals for international tenders
• Possess and actively use financial optimization skills in tariff setting exercises
• Contribute to risk analysis of prospective and current projects
• Identify gaps in compliance with required covenants guidelines, policies and procedures

Support valuation of projects

• Effectively use valuation tools for different project types and stages
• Possess and actively use an expertise in financial modeling and financial analysis
• Lead and/or supervise valuation process for new opportunities

Experience Requirements

• More than 5 years of relevant work experience some part of it preferably with a multinational organization / major bank / power developer / established advisory
• More than 2 years of experience in the lead role
• Understanding of the various power generation technologies and key business drivers
• Understanding of the economic landscape of the target markets

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a business, finance or engineering related subject
• Master’s degree in finance or equivalent qualification (undergoing /completed)

Required Role Related/Technical Skills

• Project Finance structuring (documentation, due diligence requirements, deal process) – Intermediate
• MS Office Suite – Expert
• Financial Modeling – Expert

Interpersonal/Behavioral Skills

• Commitment: commit to organizational goals and objectives
• Adaptability: be adaptable to competitive and changing environment
• Self-discipline: exhibit a diligent approach towards goals and objectives
• Ethics: uphold the best ethical standards and high integrity
• HSE: ensure 100% adherence to HSE guidelines
• Teamwork: strong teamwork spirit and capacity to work efficiently on multiple projects
• Compliance: adherence to rules and process
• Accountability: take responsibility for quality, excellence and timeliness of work.

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• Lead multiple teams across a portfolio of active assignments
• Lead in the creation and optimization of comprehensive financial models to support strategic decision-making
• Provide strategic guidance and insight into the structuring of transactions
• Review and interpret commercial documentation and ensure it is reflected accurately in the financial model
• Lead in the development and enhancement of our financial modeling methodologies and tools, driving continuous improvement and innovation
• Lead in developing project plans, timelines, and resource allocation to ensure efficient and effective project delivery
• Support clients in the preparation of bid documentation and financial submissions for tender processes
• Assist in analysing bid structures and providing input into value-for-money assessments and risk allocation
• Lead a team of modelling professionals
• Train, motivate and lead junior team members on assignments
• Collaborate closely with team members, learning and contributing to assignments
• Communicate model findings and insights effectively to clients and internal teams
• Simplify complex financial model issues to make them understandable for non-technical stakeholders
• Lead in the business development and growth ambitions of a key sector of the business
• Lead in the development of client pitches
• Lead client calls and build client relationships

• We hire exceptional individuals who can demonstrate our core values of Drive, Innovation, Collaboration and Excellence
• (6-10) years of relevant experience in a financial role within a recognized advisory practice or large corporate setting
• An in-depth understanding of accounting concepts; an accounting qualification beneficial
• Sector leading expertise in Project Finance
• Strong analytical skills with proven experience in building and operating financial models using Excel
• Degree qualified in a numerate discipline, with a postgraduate qualification in accounting or finance beneficial
• Experience with the FAST financial modeling standard is desirable

• A competitive base salary with flexible working arrangements, including a mixture of office-based, working from home, and working on client sites
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and development as we expand
• Access to cutting-edge financial modelling tools and resources
• Collaborative and supportive team culture

• Director

• Full-time

• Finance

• IT Services and IT Consulting

Gridlines is a rapidly growing financial modelling consultancy practice. We transforming the world of financial modelling, helping our clients to make complex financial decisions quickly and with confidence.

We love to work with exciting clients that are making a big impact on the world around us, helping to tackle some of the world's greatest challenges.

We plan to continue our rapid expansion and are looking for the brightest and best talent to join us on this journey.

We are seeking an experienced analyst who is passionate about financial modelling and driven by growth.

You will work with a team of modelling professionals to create, analyse and optimise complex financial models, ensuring they are robust and reliable.

• Assist in the creation and optimization of comprehensive financial models to support strategic decision-making
• Develop and refine assumptions, parameters, and scenarios under the guidance of Consultants and Managers to ensure model robustness and reliability
• Perform sensitivity analysis and stress testing to validate model assumptions and outputs, aiding clients in making informed decisions
• Contribute to the development and enhancement of our financial modeling methodologies and tools, driving continuous improvement and innovation
• Prepare comprehensive model documentation detailing assumptions, methodologies, and results
• Maintain meticulous records of modeling processes and methodologies to uphold our high standards and ensure consistency
• Assist in developing project plans, timelines, and resource allocation to ensure efficient and effective project delivery

• Collaborate closely with team members, learning and contributing to assignments
• Communicate model findings and insights effectively to clients and internal teams
• Simplify complex financial model issues to make them understandable for non-technical stakeholders

• A competitive base salary with flexible working arrangements, including a mixture of office-based, working from home, and working on client sites
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and development as we expand
• Access to cutting-edge financial modelling tools and resources
• Collaborative and supportive team culture

• Seniority level: Executive
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Finance
• Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting