Project Finance Associate H/F

Métier : Finance Juridique/Finance Juridique - DIR - RESP FINANCE
Contrat : CDI
Description du poste :
AEOLUS develops, invests in and manages renewable energy IPP projects in Africa. We are looking for a Project Finance Associate
Key Responsibilities
A. Financial Modelling & Analysis
Build, review and maintain project finance cash flow models for renewable energy IPP projects
Take ownership of the financial modelling workstream
Develop and analyse Base Case, Financing Case and Sponsor Case scenarios
Perform debt sizing and analyse DSCR, LLCR, IRR, NPV and other key financial metrics
Incorporate and assess key assumptions including tariffs, CAPEX, OPEX, financing terms, taxation and foreign exchange
Perform sensitivity and scenario analyses
Coordinate and respond to financial model audits
Reconcile and ensure consistency between lender, sponsor and other relevant financial models
Prepare financial analyses supporting investment decisions and internal approval processes
B. Project Finance Structuring & Execution
Support the structuring of project finance transactions and financing strategies
Participate in discussions with commercial banks, DFIs, ECAs and other financing institutions
Analyse and compare term sheets, mandate letters and financing proposals
Support debt sizing and optimisation of financing terms
Review financial and commercial provisions of financing documentation
Coordinate financing workstreams and Conditions Precedent towards Financial Close
Work closely with financial, legal, technical, tax, insurance and other advisers
Support the structuring of equity bridge loans, shareholder loans, guarantees and other sponsor financing arrangements
Participate in the execution process through Financial Close and initial drawdown
As experience and capabilities develop, the successful candidate will be expected to take increasing ownership of the overall project finance workstream for individual projects.
C. Investment & Project Development
Perform financial analysis and investment evaluation for new IPP developments and M&A opportunities
Work closely with Development, Technical and Legal teams
Analyse the economic and bankability implications of PPAs, EPC contracts, O&M agreements and other key project agreements
Prepare financial analyses and materials for Investment Committees, Boards and other internal decision-making processes
Participate in discussions with JV partners and other project stakeholders
Contribute to project development and transaction execution from development through Financial Close
D. Asset & Portfolio Management
Analyse Project Company budgets, business plans and forecasts
Perform Actual vs. Budget / Forecast analysis
Monitor project cash flows and distribution forecasts
Monitor debt service, financial covenants and lender reporting requirements
Analyse dividends, shareholder loan repayments and other shareholder distributions
Participate in financial discussions with Project Companies, JV partners and lenders
Monitor financial performance across the portfolio

We are particularly interested in candidates who:
View financial modelling not simply as an Excel exercise, but as a tool to understand the overall economics and structure of a project
Are intellectually curious about the commercial, technical, legal and financing considerations behind the numbers
Want to develop from a strong financial modeller into a broader Project Finance professional
Are proactive in identifying issues and developing solutions rather than simply executing assigned tasks
Are comfortable working in a small, entrepreneurial organisation and taking on responsibilities beyond narrowly defined boundaries
Can work effectively with stakeholders from different countries, cultures and professional backgrounds
Have a genuine long-term interest in the African energy and infrastructure sector
Required
Hands-on professional experience in project finance cash flow modelling
Strong Excel skills and the ability to build, understand and analyse project finance models
Good understanding of core project finance concepts, including debt sizing, cash waterfalls and financial covenants
Sound understanding of financial statements and corporate finance fundamentals
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
Ability to take ownership of workstreams and manage multiple priorities
Strong analytical skills, accuracy and attention to detail

Preferred
Experience in project finance within renewable energy, power or infrastructure
Experience in the development, financing or investment of IPP projects
Experience with a financial adviser, bank, developer, IPP or infrastructure investor
Exposure to international project finance transactions involving DFIs and/or ECAs
Experience with financial model audits or model reviews
Experience in emerging markets, particularly Africa
French or other languages relevant to African markets

Lieu : Boulogne-Billancourt
Niveau d'études min. requis : 6 - Master 2 ou équivalent et plus