Project Finance Associate-Albawani Capital

Role Purpose The Project Finance Associate is an executive role (Individual Contributor) responsible for supporting project financing activities by preparing financial analyses and models, assisting in financing structuring, and coordinating with banks, lenders, and advisors. The role focuses on ensuring successful financial close of projects and ongoing monitoring of financing obligations post-close, with a strong emphasis on project cash flows and financial sustainability. DUTIES PREFORMED % of Time Key Accountabilities Key Activities 30% Financial Analysis & Modeling • Build and maintain project financial models (Cash Flow, IRR, NPV, DSCR) • Analyze scenarios and perform sensitivity testing • Evaluate financial feasibility of new and ongoing projects 25% Financing Structuring & Financial Close Support • Assist in preparing Information Memorandums and financing proposals • Support negotiations with banks and financial institutions • Coordinate with financial and legal advisors throughout the financial close process 20% Post-Closing Financing Monitoring • Monitor loan drawdowns and debt repayment schedules • Ensure compliance with financing agreements and covenants • Track restricted accounts such as DSRA and Escrow 15% Stakeholder Coordination • Act as a key point of contact with banks and financial institutions • Coordinate with engineering and project teams to track project progress • Support periodic reporting to senior management 10% Reporting & Analytical Support • Prepare regular financial performance reports for projects • Analyze variances between actual and projected performance • Support investment and financing decision-making through financial analysis WORK CONTACTS Internal External • Senior Management • Banks and Financial Institutions • Project & Engineering Teams • Financial and Legal Advisors • Treasury and Accounting • Auditors • Legal Department JOB SPECIFICATIONS Industry / Domain • Construction Necessary Knowledge and Experience • 3–5 years of experience in Project Finance, Banking, Financial Advisory, or large corporate environments • Proven experience in financial modeling, project valuation, cash flow analysis, and risk assessment • Exposure to structured finance, debt and equity financing, and project financial close processes • Experience coordinating with banks, lenders, and financial/legal advisors on complex projects Education and Certification Minimum Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field • Professional certifications (preferred): CFA, FMVA • Additional training in Financial Modeling / Advanced Excel is an advantage Job Specific Technical Skills • Advanced financial modeling skills using Excel • Strong understanding of project finance structures (Debt / Equity) • Ability to analyze cash flows and risks • Strong communication and stakeholder management • Attention to detail, ability to work under pressure • PowerPoint and financial presentation skills

Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field. Professional certifications (preferred): CFA, FMVA. Additional training in Financial Modeling / Advanced Excel is an advantage.

Build and maintain project financial models (Cash Flow, IRR, NPV, DSCR). Analyze scenarios and perform sensitivity testing. Evaluate financial feasibility of new and ongoing projects. Assist in preparing Information Memorandums and financing proposals. Support negotiations with banks and financial institutions. Coordinate with financial and legal advisors throughout the financial close process. Monitor loan drawdowns and debt repayment schedules. Ensure compliance with financing agreements and covenants. Track restricted accounts such as DSRA and Escrow. Act as a key point of contact with banks and financial institutions. Coordinate with engineering and project teams to track project progress. Support periodic reporting to senior management. Prepare regular financial performance reports for projects. Analyze variances between actual and projected performance. Support investment and financing decision-making through financial analysis.