Financial Analyst Manager

Canadian Solar Inc.; Guelph; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in renewable energy is seeking a Financial Analyst Manager to join their Global Energy Storage team. This pivotal role involves leading financial analyses, cashflow forecasting, and tax modeling for innovative energy storage projects. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, manage financial risks, and enhance project value. With a commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge technology, this company offers a dynamic environment where your financial expertise can drive impactful solutions in the clean energy sector. If you're ready to make a difference in the energy landscape, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in financial modeling for renewable energy projects.
• Expert-level skills in financial analysis and presentation required.

Responsibilities

• Lead cost modeling and cashflow forecasting for energy storage projects.
• Support business development in sales processes for energy storage.

Skills

Financial Modeling

Analytical Skills

Attention to Detail

Collaboration

Proactive Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance

Bachelor’s Degree in Economics

Tools

Excel

Job description

e-STORAGE is a subsidiary of Canadian Solar and a leading company specializing in the design, manufacturing, and integration of battery energy storage systems for utility-scale applications. The Company offers its own proprietary LFP battery solution, comprehensive EPC services, and innovative solutions aimed at improving grid operations, integrating clean energy, and contributing to a sustainable future. e-STORAGE has successfully implemented over 3.3 GWh DC of battery energy storage solutions in various locations, including the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and China. This significant accomplishment solidifies e-STORAGE's position as a key player in the global energy storage integration industry. Currently, the Company operates two fully automated, state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities with an annual production capacity of approaching 20 GWh. e-STORAGE is fully equipped to continue providing high-quality, scalable energy storage solutions and contribute to the widespread adoption of clean energy.

For Additional Information About E-STORAGE, Visit Www.csestorage.com

Canadian Solar was founded in 2001 in Canada and has been listed on NASDAQ since 2006. It is now one of the world's largest solar technology and renewable energy companies. Canadian Solar is a leading manufacturer of solar photovoltaic modules, provider of solar energy and battery storage solutions, and developer of utility-scale solar power and battery storage projects with a geographically diversified pipeline in various stages of development. Over the past 22 years, Canadian Solar has successfully delivered over 102 GW of premium-quality, solar photovoltaic modules to customers across the world. Likewise, since entering the project development business in 2010, Canadian Solar has developed, built, and connected over 9 GWp of solar power projects and over 3 GWh of battery storage projects across the world. Currently, the Company has approximately 700 MWp of solar power projects in operation, 8 GWp of projects under construction or in backlog (late-stage), and an additional 17 GWp of projects in advanced and early-stage pipeline. In addition, the Company has a total battery storage project development pipeline of 52 GWh, including approximately 2 GWh under construction or in backlog, and an additional 50 GWh at advanced and early-stage development. Canadian Solar is one of the most bankable companies in the solar and renewable energy industry.

For Additional Information About Canadian Solar, Visit Www.canadiansolar.com

CSI Energy Storage is currently seeking to hire a Financial Analyst Manager to join our growing Global Energy Storage team.

This position is responsible for leading cost modeling, cashflow forecasting, tax modeling for project opportunities for CSI Energy Storage. The candidate will be required to collaborate with other team members in business development, project manager, legal and senior management to effectively manage financial risk and project risks to maximize value to Canadian Solar.

Responsibilities

• Perform financial analyses on project economics using excel based financial models.
• Support Business Development team members in the sales process for energy storage projects.
• Develop relationships with customers and internal stakeholders to effectively understand and convey financial risks and opportunities on the projects.
• Develop an understanding of relevant tax and accounting rules for projects.
• Creation of proposals, information memorandums, presentations, project schedules and internal presentations and data rooms.
• Assist with gathering and presenting information for financial partners performing due diligence on projects.
• Facilitate flow of information between finance, development, legal and business development teams during transaction execution.
• Work closely with technical, legal, financial and other advisors during due diligence exercises.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a global team.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Finance, or Economics.
• Minimum of 2+ years of experience in financial modeling of renewable energy projects or similar business. Expert-level financial modeling, analysis and presentation skills required.
• Prior transaction experience with a leading commercial or investment bank, investor, developer of utility scale renewable energy projects, or energy sector equipment manufacturer.
• Strong quantitative aptitude, with an extremely high level of attention to detail and willingness to assume ownership of work product.
• Highly driven, proactive and flexible - willing to work as required to meet demands of project teams located in different time zones.
• Work will be performed in a standard office environment, in front of a computer monitor and will involve sitting, bending, standing, walking, typing, and reaching.
• Ability to travel up to 15% of the time.
• Ability to work cross-functionally, collaboratively and cross-culturally.