Senior Financial Analyst at Daystar Power Group

Description

• Daystar Power Group is looking to engage a competent Senior Financial Analyst to assist the Executive Management with detailed and meaningful information on the financial strategy and performance of the Company.
• This includes preparing budgets, analysing and monitoring performance, supporting the fundraising process, and managing investor requirements.
• We are seeking hard working, motivated, and well-organized individuals with a focus on continuous improvement to exceed expectations.

Financial Planning & Analysis:

• Facilitate the budgeting process for the departments and business units within the Group.
• Establish process for monitoring and reviewing budget performance.
• Develop financial forecasts that support business growth and liquidity management.
• Perform deep-dive analysis of the Group’s portfolio using both financial and non-financial performance indicators.
• Prepare profitability analysis of different operating segments of the business.
• Build robust financial dashboards (preferably using PowerBI) that provide deeper insights on the Company’s performance.
• Provide regular monitoring of performance across the Group, including the review of monthly operating results and return on investment.
• Identify and escalate key risk issues that may impact the achievement of the Company’s strategic objectives.
• Assist with preparation of reporting packs for Board meetings.

Fundraising & Investor Relations:

• Maintain a robust and up-to-date Virtual Data Room (VDR) that includes comprehensive information about the Company for prospective and existing investors.
• Lead the financial due-diligence process conducted by potential investors.
• Build advanced financial models that demonstrate the Company’s growth and profitability plans.
• Assist with preparing documents associated with fund-raising including pitch decks and investment memos.
• Prepare regular reports for investors and other financiers e.g., covenant reporting.
• Ensure compliance to the Company’s Investment Policy and other associated policies and procedures.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders including investors, bankers, consultants, etc.

Requirements

• Education: Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in related disciplines – Accounting, Finance, Economics, Engineering, Mathematics & Statistics.
• MBA is highly preferred. Professional qualifications like ACCA, ICAN, and CFA will be an added advantage.
• Experience: Minimum of 4 years work experience in a similar role in a Big 4 firm, investment bank or consulting firm will be a plus.
• Language Proficiency: English (with good communication skills and accurate reporting skills).

Character:

• Proactive self-starter and pays attention to details.
• Self-motivated and demonstrate a sense of ownership with high level of commitment and the ability to thrive under pressure.
• Passionate leader with excellent team leadership skills.
• Highly organized with ability to manage multiple projects in parallel and prioritize competing demands, passion for renewable energy.

Competency and Skills Requirements:

• Strong analytical skills with ability to pay attention to details. Experience using Business Intelligence tools e.g., PowerBI and Tableau, will be an added advantage
• Excellent financial modelling skills
• Advanced communication, leadership, and negotiation skills
• Strong interpersonal and networking skills
• Ability to work independently but also work with others in a fast-paced environment
• Highly inquisitive mindset
• Strong presentation and business writing skills
• Must demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft Office (Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint in particular).

Others:

• Agility: the ability to be flexible, responsive, adaptive, and show initiative in times of change, uncertainty and business opportunity.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a forward-looking, innovative company, with international group of colleagues.
• Unlimited career opportunities – depending on achievements and personal development.
• A competitive salary and benefits package with long term prospect in a fast-growing company.