M&A Senior Analyst

Nautilus Solar Energy, LLC; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 125,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary $125,000-$140,000

Annual Performance Bonus

100% employer-covered health, vision, dental insurance

401k with employer match

Job summary

A renewable energy company is seeking a Partner Development Senior Analyst to support the acquisition of community solar and energy storage projects. This role involves market analysis, financial modeling, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in finance or a related field, with preferred experience in renewable energy acquisitions. Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently in a remote setting are essential. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in US renewable energy market, focusing on acquisitions.
• Experience with financial modeling for solar and storage assets.
• Comfortable working in a remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct financial analysis and advanced financial modeling.
• Identify and evaluate solar project acquisition opportunities.
• Perform market analysis on community solar trends.
• Prepare presentations for stakeholders.
• Support portfolio acquisitions with due diligence.
• Stay updated on industry developments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Research policies and market rates.
• Monitor market updates through periodicals.

Skills

Financial modeling

Market analysis

Strong written communication

Team collaboration

Community solar knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or quantitative field

Master's Degree or MBA preferred

Job description

Position Summary

Nautilus Solar Energy's ("NSE") Partner Development Senior Analyst will support the acquisition of community solar and distributed energy assets by identifying and evaluating projects, conducting initial diligence, preparing financial models and input, drafting proposals, and supporting a variety of other acquisition and business development-related activities. This position will be a key member of the Partner Development team helping to drive Nautilus' growth through the acquisition of solar and energy storage projects and portfolios.

The position reports to the M&A Manager. It is a full-time remote opportunity with an anticipated travel of 10%.

Responsibilities

• Conduct financial analysis and modeling: Lead advanced financial modeling and valuation for solar and storage projects using Excel, including scenario and sensitivity analysis. Ensure accuracy of the model and financial model while optimizing project valuation and profitability.
• Identify and evaluate solar project acquisition opportunities: Research and analyze potential solar projects and assess their viability based on technical, financial, and market considerations.
• Perform market analysis: Analyze community solar and energy storage market trends, policies, incentives, and regulatory frameworks to identify market opportunities and potential risks.
• Prepare internal and external presentations for project stakeholders, including investment committee memos, market summaries, and other reports.
• Support portfolio acquisitions: Collaborate with Partner Development team to support the acquisition of solar projects, including conducting due diligence, preparing project proposals, and contributing to negotiations with partners, stakeholders, and customers.
• Stay updated on industry developments: Stay abreast of industry trends, changes, and market dynamics related to community solar and distributed energy to provide valuable insights and recommendations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams: Work closely with engineering, finance, legal, and construction teams on project acquisition proposals.
• Policy and rate research: Assist in researching state and local policies, utility tariffs, program rules, and other various assignments. Lead research of wholesale energy and capacity prices, community solar bill credit rates, retail rates, and renewable energy credit fundamentals and forecasting.
• Monitor, track, and report market updates through industry periodicals, interconnection queues, and program capacity lists.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or quantitative field with prior renewable energy experience or significant relevant coursework. Master's Degree in relevant field or MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience for a Senior Analyst or 3 years for an Associate of experience working in US renewable energy market with a focus on acquisitions, financial modeling, project development, and/or financing.
• Strong understanding of community solar policies, programs, and bill credit structures. Candidates with prior experience working in the community solar industry and/or distributed energy storage experience preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information in a clear and concise manner.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Experience with financial modeling for solar and storage assets, including discounted cash flow and sensitivity analysis.
• Comfortable working in a remote environment.
• Unrestricted authorization to work in the U.S.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary $125,000-$140,000
• Annual Performance Bonus
• Benefits (Health, Vision, Dental, Basic Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability) are 100% covered by Nautilus.
• 401k offered with employer match.