Potentia Energy (previously Enel Green Power Australia) is a dynamic joint venture entity co-owned by two global energy leaders, Enel Green Power and INPEX, both committed to driving Australia’s energy transition and supporting the nation in achieving its net zero target.
With a proven track record and extensive expertise across the project lifecycle, Potentia Energy has established a strong presence in the Australian renewable energy sector. Our current portfolio currently has four operating plants, comprising 310MW of solar capacity across South Australia and Victoria, and a 75MW wind farm in Western Australia. A 93MW solar farm is also under commissioning in Victoria and construction is underway on a 98MW solar and 20MW battery hybrid project in NSW. Potentia Energy has rights secured for a development pipeline of over 7GW across Australia and is committed to an ambitious growth agenda, targeting a significant increase to its installed capacity across wind, solar, storage and hybrid projects.
Guided by our core values – Collaboration, Authenticity, Responsibility and Excellence – we work closely with local communities, our partners and customer to contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable future.
Job Description
The Role
The Valuations Analyst will be a member of the Valuation Team reporting to the Senior Valuation Analyst, responsible for supporting in the development of an economic-financial evaluation of strategic initiatives, M&A transactions, and business development opportunities.
The ideal candidate must be organized, well-articulated and capable of working on multiple concurrent projects.
Key Responsibilities
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Responsible for the financial evaluation of investments with proper methodologies (mainly Discounted Cash Flow and Capital Asset Pricing Model) in order to define the main KPIs of the projects / strategic initiatives (Internal Rate of Return, Net Present Value);
Take a proactive role in the Project Development Optimization phase;
Supporting the Business Plan process undertaking the modeling and tracking key KPIs in line with shareholders expectations:
Advising on matters such as the purchase and sale of businesses, mergers and capital financing strategies by conducting financial investigations, examining operating costs and organizations’ / projects’ income and expenditure, forecasting cash flows and undertaking valuation with proper methodologies (multiples, Discounted Cash Flow, comparable companies and transactions analysis through the implementation of benchmarking), ranging from early-stage development portfolios to operating asset valuation;
Analyze and critique investment assumptions provided by other departments or external providers, making sure of the robustness of the final assumptions of the investments;
Support the risk analysis and risk management of projects under development in terms of financial impact;
Perform sensitivity analysis based on different scenarios;
Identify and measure the impact of risks of investments to the value to shareholders;
Responsible for ensuring accuracy and compliance of analysis including but not limited to forecast financial statements, necessary to appraise the cash flows and financial risk of capital investment projects and support the Investment decision-making process;
Manage advisors that support financial modeling for purposes of bidding projects in tenders, or raising project financing in collaboration with the Finance team;
Support financial planning, provide insights into cost performance and drive initiatives to streamline and improve the financial pro forma and stay abreast of tax updates, alternative tax and business structures and shifts within the industry.
Desired Skills and Experience
Selection Criteria
A business degree with a focus on Finance. Professional designation (CPA or MBA) is preferred.
At least 3 years of relevant experience in Finance/Valuation, with exposure to project financing appraisal techniques and preparation of financial models for review by project finance lenders.
Experience in the renewable industry preferred, exposure to diverse renewable energy technologies (wind, solar, battery storage) will be an added advantage.
Strong analytical skills and high level of comfort with Microsoft office, especially Excel (building financial models, navigating macros, ability to navigate multi-tab valuation models and identify / correct errors, etc.).
Ability to quickly read, review, analyze, and summarize large amounts of information, such as project information and market research.
Project management skills, including organization and the ability to control multiple processes and tasks simultaneously.
Ability to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Ability to clearly and concisely present written and oral information to Management and the customer.
Strong attention to detail.
Excellent communications, interpersonal, and organizational skills required.
Our Benefits
Every individual is a valued team member at Potentia Energy, and we’re committed to supporting, growing, and helping each person achieve their full potential. Keeping up a positive work-life balance is a key to success for every team across our business.
Some of our benefits include:
Flexible working hours – we provide flexible arrangements that will suit you, including a mixture of time working in our office and from home, compressed work week with half day workday on Fridays. Because you are working from home, we also provide $50 internet reimbursements each month.
Health and wellbeing initiatives – including $100 wellness rebate each month, annual flu vaccinations and health checks, and a day off for your birthday each year. If you’re in the office, we have $35 lunch credits that you can use each week.
Learning and development opportunities – both on the job and via formal training including technical, role specific and leadership development programs.
Employee Assistance Program – confidential and independent counselling and advice service for either a personal or work-related problem if you or a member of your immediate family needs help or advice.
Diversity & Inclusion
Equal opportunity and inclusion are the pillars of our work. Throughout Potentia Energy, and in our head office in Sydney, many different languages, cultures, and stories coexist. Different ages, genders, cultural and ethnic backgrounds and skills complement each other and add value across our business.
We appreciate and value each person’s uniqueness. We encourage diversity of thought and the expression of ideas and opinions. We also make a commitment to foster equality of opportunity as part of creating a rewarding workplace for you. No kind of discrimination will be tolerated. All candidates and colleagues always receive the same treatment, based on their professional skills and abilities.
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