Business Analyst

Responsibilities To assist in preparing and analyzing various operational and financial reports for various stakeholders. To assist in the preparation and providing analysis of the group’s annual budgeting exercise. To assist in capital raising, refinancing and acquisition of projects. Assessing and identifying areas for improvement in the Company’s business processes Financial planning and analysis. Business plan development (market research and business intelligence collation) Donor/stakeholder / JV management and reporting Management of the lenders’ financial covenants relating to the debt facilities. Reporting to lenders as per their treasury and reporting requirements Assisting the finance function with liquidity and cash flow projections Maintaining and updating the group financial model for reporting to the lenders and shareholders Engaging with current and potential lenders and other stakeholders relating to financial needs Contractual (Grant, JV, Supplier, PPA, Term sheets, tenancy agreements, etc.) and Tender administration and management Strategy input Skills development Requirements Knowledge and Experience Must also have demonstrable experience in Business Analysis. Must be deadline-oriented and pay attention to detail. Strong analytical and reporting skills. Ideally, experience in maintaining and operating complex financial models and budget tools An accounting qualification CPA, CA, ACCA or CIMA would be preferred. Must have a relevant bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, statistics, science, engineering etc, MBA, MSc, etc.) Must have at least 3 - 5 years' exposure in Business Analysis in; • Banking • Corporate Finance / Operational Finance Experience • Engineering • Management Consulting / Business development / commercial experience within the renewable sector A thorough understanding of accounting procedures, controls and reporting attained through experience would need to be demonstrated Competency in financial modelling Computer literacy with excellent knowledge of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word. Ability to forecast cash flow needs and provide supporting treasury support/recommendations. Excellent written and verbal communication skills