Corporate Finance Analyst

• Level 13A, Wisma Mont Kiara, No. 1, Jalan Kiara, Kuala Lumpur, KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia
• Full-time

Company Description

Gagasan Solar is a solar energy developer and investment firm. We invest in, and develop Commercial and Industrial (C&I) solar plants on the rooftops of C&I buildings such as factories and shopping malls, for zero upfront cost. We subsequently sell the solar energy to our C&I clients at a lower tariff rate than their existing electricity provider.

Over the next 2 years, we're investing RM200m into C&I solar plants. For more information about us, please visit gagasansolar.com.

We're hiring our founding team. Be part of our core team and grow with us. You'll have the opportunity to shape our fast-growing company's DNA. You'll report directly to the CEO and have a direct impact on organisational-level decisions.

Job Description

As a corporate finance analyst, you will report directly to our CEO. You will be responsible for analysing investment deals and supporting fundraising efforts. This involves building and adjusting financial models, as well as storyboarding and building presentation decks that will be used to close investment deals. As someone with strong financial acumen and the ability to turn numbers into insights, you will be a pivotal team member expected to help maximise shareholder value.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Assessing and creating or developing business cases and investment proposals for projects
• Analysing new investment and business opportunities through valuation models
• Provide the management team with clear insights on drivers of business growth, risks, and opportunities.
• Gather and assess financial results. Prepare financial reporting deliverables and explain trends and business drivers. Uncover areas that are underperforming.
• Execute financial due diligence projects on both the buy- and sell-side.
• Determine appropriate valuations of investment projects through detailed analysis (e.g., modelling ROI, IRR, payback period).
• Strive for increased shareholder value through your internal and external assessments and recommendations.
• Producing ad-hoc analysis, research, financial reporting, and progress reports to senior management

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Economics or the equivalent
• Minimum 2-3 years of financial analysis experience in investment banking, management consulting, financial planning, and/or corporate strategy
• Experience creating financial models within a corporate finance setting
• Experience developing analytical frameworks and communicating financial concepts
• The ability to spot patterns from numbers
• Excellent problem-solving capabilities with timely resolution demonstrating an awareness of knowing when to elevate concerns or issues
• Ability to exercise a high level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information

This role is a great fit for you if you:

• Have strong analytical skills and a flair for numbers
• Have high attention to detail and accuracy
• Are a good team player
• Have excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Have problem-solving skills
• Have a hands-on approach and take full ownership
• Have the ability to work independently and good planning skills
• Have the ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Are able to exercise a high level of integrity and discretion

Additional Information

With our rapid growth in uncharted territory, our culture is fast-paced, exciting and most importantly supportive. Teamwork, relationships, and kindness are important to us. 

A few words to describe our culture, environment and what you can expect by working with us:

• Fast-paced
• Steep learning curve
• Challenging and more than equally rewarding
• You'll be well supported and trained, but also expected to learn on the job and be independent
• You'll form deep relationships with the team, beyond the office

This is a role for those who seek the opportunity to work hard for something meaningful and rewarding (both financially and personally).