Credit Assessor
Evaluate creditworthiness as a Credit Assessor at Sun King in South Africa, focusing on Pay-As-You-Go products.
Sun King
Company Overview
Sun King
Nairobi, Kenya
2007
Business Model
Renewable Energy
Providing affordable solar energy solutions to off-grid households in Africa
Sales of solar products, pay-as-you-go financing, and after-sales services
Locations & Geography
Kenya, Nigeria, Tanzania, Uganda, and Zambia
Company Culture
Their mission is to provide affordable and reliable solar energy solutions to improve the quality of life for off-grid communities.
They foster a collaborative and innovative work environment that encourages employee growth and development.
They offer training programs and career advancement opportunities to support employee growth.
Activities & Projects
They are currently expanding their solar home systems and solar water pumps across various regions in Africa.
They have developed a range of solar products that include solar lanterns, home systems, and appliances.
They focus on sustainable energy solutions that reduce reliance on fossil fuels and improve environmental health.
Career Opportunities
Typical job openings include roles in sales, engineering, and customer support.
They offer competitive salaries, health benefits, and opportunities for professional development.
Contact Information
Last updated on 2024-12-18 | Report an issue
The Credit Assessor at Sun King will work in the Corporate Risk department and will be reporting to the Credit Process Manager. You will be working closely with the Corporate risk team by following up on credit vetting and customer engagement on Pay-As-You-Go products.
What you will be expected to do
- Financial Analysis - Evaluate the creditworthiness of a customer by analyzing financial statements, payslips, credit reports, and other relevant documents.
- Risk Assessment - Assess risks associated with sales of Inverters, considering factors such as customer payment affordability, exposures, market conditions, and repayment feasibility.
- Underwriting Guidelines - Develop criteria tailored to the renewable energy industry, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and organization policies.
- Due Diligence - Conduct thorough due diligence questions on Inverter assessment, including site, technical feasibility, and Installer qualifications.
- Effective Collaboration - Work closely with sales, finance, Operations, and project teams to gather necessary information and ensure alignment between customer expectations and underwriting outcomes.
- Customer Service - Provide assistance to customers throughout the underwriting process, addressing inquiries and resolving issues in a timely and professional manner.
- Continuous Improvement - Stay updated on industry trends, regulatory changes, and best practices in solar financing and underwriting, and proactively suggest enhancements to processes and procedures.
You might be a strong candidate if you have
- A Bachelor’s degree/Diploma in a related field of Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
- At least three [3] years of experience in underwriting, preferably in the financial services or renewable energy sector.
- Knowledge of credit risk assessment methodologies, financial modeling techniques, and regulatory requirements.
- Flexibility to adapt to changing business priorities and work under tight deadlines with little or no supervision.
- Commitment to promoting sustainability and renewable energy adoption.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and build rapport with customers.
- Good planning and organizational skills
- High level of integrity and confidentiality.
What Sun King offers
- Professional growth in a dynamic, rapidly expanding, high-social-impact industry
- An open-minded, collaborative culture made up of enthusiastic colleagues who are driven by the challenge of innovation towards profound impact on people and the planet.
- A truly multicultural experience: you will have the chance to work with and learn from people from different geographies, nationalities, and backgrounds.
- Structured, tailored learning and development programs that help you become a better leader, manager, and professional through the Sun Center for Leadership.
About the role
February 22, 2025
On-site
- South Africa
At least 3 years in underwriting
UTC+02:00
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