Manager of Finance

Gridstor; United States; Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

Annual cash bonus

Long Term Incentive Plan

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

GridStor is seeking an experienced Manager of Finance to join our growing team. This role will work closely with senior deal team members to source, evaluate and structure potential investments in energy storage assets.

The manager of finance will enable the rapid growth of a profitable, entrepreneurial energy storage business by sourcing proprietary project pipelines and negotiating the terms for acquisition.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, engineering, or other quantitative field.
• 8+ years of project finance, investment banking or buy-side experience.
• Strong analytics and financial modeling skills including DCF.
• Understanding of project finance debt and tax equity structures.
• Hybrid work availability in Portland, OR or other listed locations.

Responsibilities

• Own, maintain and update financial models for investment opportunities.
• Improve financial models in line with capital markets.
• Manage due diligence and third‑party reports during financings.
• Prepare investment memoranda for Investment Committee.
• Support deal execution and monitor portfolio of assets.
• Supervise and coach finance staff; promote growth.

Skills

Project finance

Financial modeling

DCF analysis

Leadership

Advanced Excel

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance

Masters or PhD preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

TEAMS

Excel

Job description

Job Description

Company Overview:

GridStor is a rapidly growing, grid-scale energy storage developer, owner and operator backed by Goldman Sachs Asset Management (\"GSAM\") and led by experienced clean energy industry professionals. We acquire and develop battery storage projects in markets across North America. GridStor’s mission is to accelerate the transition to a carbon-free, resilient grid by rapidly deploying stand‑alone energy storage at scale.

GridStor is based in Portland, Oregon, and offers competitive compensation and a wide selection of benefits including unlimited paid time off. Read more about life at GridStor at: https://gridstor.com/careers/

Role Summary:

GridStor is looking for an experienced Manager of Finance to join our growing team. This role will work closely with senior deal team members to source, evaluate and structure potential investments in energy storage assets. The manager of finance will enable the rapid growth of a profitable, entrepreneurial energy storage business by sourcing proprietary project pipelines and negotiating the terms for acquisition. The scope of this role includes significant responsibility across the full deal lifecycle, and exposure to high‑profile transactions within a growing, entrepreneurial business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own, maintain and update financial model for investment opportunities and project financings,
• Implement improvements to the financial model on an ongoing basis in line with changing capital markets.
• Manage the due diligence process and third‑party consultant reports preparation during financings.
• Assist with development of company standards of quantitative and qualitative analyses to support investment decisions and new market opportunities.
• Prepare presentations and investment memoranda for the Investment Committee.
• Support deal execution and take an active role in monitoring of portfolio of development and operating assets.
• Supervise, mentor, and coach finance staff, promoting growth, accountability, and technical skill development.
• Provide guidance on analytical approaches, modeling techniques, and professional development.
• Foster a collaborative, supportive, and high‑performing team culture.
• Work with existing financing parties to ensure accurate tracking of the projects’ financial performance.

Qualifications & Competencies:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, engineering, or other quantitative field, with a Masters or PhD preferred.
• Experience: A minimum of 8 years of prior work experience in project finance, investment banking or buy‑side role, within a bank, IPPor renewableenergy industry.
• Strong analytics and financial modeling skills including DCF analysis and direct experience with project finance modeling.
• Understanding of project finance debt and tax equity structures a plus.
• Location & Availability: Based in Portland, OR, Denver, CO or LA, CA and available to work a hybrid schedule. Flexibility is required for occasional coordination outside of standard business hours in urgent situations.
• Organizational Skills: Exceptional organizational abilities with keen attention to detail. Capable of managing multiple tasks and projects simultaneously in a fast‑paced environment and seeing delegated projects through to completion.
• Adaptability: Entrepreneurial mindset, ability to be agile and flexible, readily taking on tasks outside the typical scope of the role as needed.
• Confidentiality: Proven ability to handle highly confidential information with utmost discretion.
• Integrity & Judgment: Strong track record of excellent judgment and integrity in previous roles.
• Technical Proficiency: Demonstrated proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, TEAMS, and advanced skills in Excel.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Problem-Solving: Adaptable, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively and approach challenges with a creative, proactive mindset.
• Team Orientation: Highly motivated to support and collaborate with team members, contributing to collective success.

Compensation and Benefits:

• GridStor offers an attractive Total Rewards package, including:
  • Competitive base salaries commensurate with experience with an annual cash bonus (based on Company and individual performance)
  • Generous paid leave
  • Employee participation in Long Term Incentive Plan
  • Comprehensive benefits package inclu