Project Controller - Cape Town, South Africa - CA Global Headhunters International

CA Global Headhunters International

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Cape Town, South Africa

1 week ago

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Thabo Mthembu

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**Job Description: Our client an international Independent Power Producer (IPP) is seeking a Project Controller who will oversee and manage the financial and administrative aspects of renewable energy projects, from development to construction and operations.

**Responsibilities: - Develop and maintain comprehensive project budgets, financial forecasts, and cost control measures.

Support financial analysis during project development and financing, using the company's Financial Model.
Track project changes (cost, revenue, time, financing) against the mandated company Financial Model, and conduct variance analysis to identify discrepancies and recommend corrective actions.
Coordinate cash flow forecasts, budgets and reports of companywide operations.
Manage and review cost estimates for project development, construction, and operation phases.
Collaborate with procurement teams to ensure costeffective sourcing of materials and services.
Monitor and control change orders and contract variations to minimize cost overruns.
Submit financial information to project financiers to raise project finance and report progress.
Monitor compliance with project finance agreements, report against financing covenants and recommend corrective actions.
Support engagement with banks, investment funds, subsidy providers etc (locally and internationally) to enable an optimised financing structure for projects.
Support project managers to develop detailed project schedules and timelines.
Assist in the preparation of progress reports for internal and external stakeholders.
Monitor compliance with agreements with partners and suppliers.
Track revenues during construction (if any) and prepare revenue controlling processes for the operational phase.
Identify and assess projectrelated risks and develop risk mitigation plans.
Monitor risks throughout the project lifecycle and implement corrective actions as needed.
Maintain accurate and organized project documentation, contracts, and financial records.
Support audits and reviews as required.

Requirements:
Qualification and Skill**_

- ** years of work experience in the field.

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
Accredited professional accounting designation.
Experience in using accounting software, project management tools and MS-Excel.
Proven experience as a Project Controller or similar role in the energy, mining, infrastructure or construction lines of business.
Solid understanding of financial principles, budgeting, and cost management.
Familiarity with renewable energy projects, technologies, and project financing.

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