Manager - Project Finance - Solar EPC/Big4 - CA

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced professional to join our Project Finance team. The role involves end-to-end responsibility for financial structuring, project evaluation, debt syndication, lender coordination, financial closure, and ongoing monitoring of projects. The ideal candidate will have prior exposure to infrastructure / renewable energy / EPC / large-scale industrial projects and hands-on experience in handling banks, financial institutions, and project stakeholders

Financial Structuring & Modeling

- Develop and maintain robust financial models for project evaluation, sensitivity analysis, and scenario planning.

- Assess project IRR, DSCR, NPV, and other key metrics for decision-making.

Debt Syndication & Financing

- Lead the process of raising debt from banks, NBFCs, and financial institutions.

- Prepare project information memorandums, financial projections, and presentations for lenders.

- Negotiate terms and conditions of term loans, working capital, and other financing instruments.

Lender & Investor Management

- Coordinate with banks, financial institutions, and credit rating agencies for project financing requirements.

- Manage due diligence processes (technical, legal, financial) and respond to queries from lenders.

- Ensure timely drawdown of funds and compliance with financing covenants.

Contract & Risk Review

- Work closely with the legal team on financing agreements, security documents, and shareholder agreements.

- Identify and mitigate financial risks associated with projects.

Project Monitoring & Reporting

- Track project cash flows, debt servicing, and covenant compliance.

- Prepare periodic MIS reports for management and lenders.

- Support ongoing refinancing, restructuring, or additional funding requirements.

Key Skills & Competencies

- Strong knowledge of project finance, debt syndication, and financial modeling.

- Proven experience in dealing with banks, NBFCs, rating agencies, and investors.

- Understanding of infrastructure/renewable energy/EPC sector financing structures.

- Proficiency in MS Excel (advanced), PowerPoint, and financial modeling tools.

- Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

- Ability to work independently and deliver under tight timelines.

Qualifications

- MBA (Finance) / Chartered Accountant (CA) / CFA or equivalent professional degree.

- 3-5 years of experience in project finance / corporate finance / investment banking / debt syndication.

- Prior exposure to renewable energy / power/ infrastructure is preferred. Work experience with BIG4 is added advantage.