RNG Financial Analyst III

Summit Utilities Inc; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 89,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Competitive pay

Job summary

Summit Utilities, Inc. is seeking a RNG Financial Analyst III to support Business Development, M&A, and FP&A for Peaks Renewables HoldCo, LLC in a hybrid Denver office. You will help build financial models, analyze project economics, and support capital-raising activities.

The role requires a Finance degree with 3+ years of modeling experience; energy/utility background is a plus. You’ll work with cross-functional teams to evaluate opportunities and drive value across RNG project types.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, or accounting.
• Three years of finance or business analysis experience including the development of advanced integrated financial models.
• Energy/Utility industry experience is a plus.
• MBA with a Finance specialization is a plus.
• Corporate Development, Investment Banking, or Consulting experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct financial analysis and valuation modeling for new investments.
• Screen and evaluate the feasibility of new M&A and project opportunities.
• Develop and refine commercial proposals and support offtake origination, working with internal teams to structure deals.
• Assist with due diligence processes for acquisitions and coordinate internal approvals.
• Support relationships with lenders, investors and other capital providers to optimize project returns.
• Track legislative and regulatory developments affecting incentives and market conditions.
• Assist with the 5-year growth plan with the business development team and FP&A.
• Perform ad-hoc financial analysis or reporting tasks for FP&A.

Skills

Financial modeling

Forecasting

Corporate valuation

Communication

Business partnering

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, or accounting

MBA with a Finance specialization

Experience in Corporate Development/Investment Banking/Consulting

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

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Full-Time DENVER, CO, US

Join our growing team and discover why Summit Utilities, Inc. continues to earn national and regional recognition as an employer of choice. Our recognitions include Best Places to Work in Maine (2019–2025); Best Places to Work in Arkansas (2020, 2023, 2025); Best Places to Work in Oklahoma (2022–2025); Best Places to Work in Missouri (2023 and 2026); Best Places to Work in Colorado (2025); Forbes America’s Best Small Employers (2023); and, most recently, Proud and Purposeful Employer (2026).

Summit is a growing natural gas utility that is committed to delivering reliable energy to homes and businesses in Arkansas, Colorado, Maine, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Texas. Being part of the Summit team means embracing excellence and innovation, committing to safety each and every day, and doing all that we can to serve each other, our customers, and the communities where we live. We aim to bring warmth and energy to everything we do.

We have an exciting opportunity for a RNG Financial Analyst III (SGL17) to work in a hybrid capacity based out of our Denver, CO office. No relocation assistance will be provided.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position will serve a key role in supporting Business Development, M&A, and FP&A activities at Peaks Renewables HoldCo, LLC ("Peaks"). As a direct report to the company’s Sr Manager of Finance of Renewable Project Development, this position will be responsible for supporting the financial analytics and project economics of the company. This position will also support other critical business functions such as project feasibility / valuation analysis and merger and acquisition due diligence, tax credit monetization, project finance / debt financing, offtake origination, deal / project development origination as well as have forecasting, budgeting, analysis, and reporting responsibilities.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct comprehensive financial analysis and valuation modeling for new investments, including developing sensitivities for various development scenarios and outcomes.
• Screen and evaluate the feasibility of new M&A and project opportunities, ensuring alignment with corporate strategy and objectives.
• Develop and refine commercial proposals and support offtake origination, working closely with internal teams to structure deals that maximize value and mitigate risk.
• Assist with due diligence processes for acquisitions, including financial assessments and coordination of internal approval processes.
• Support and manage relationships with lenders, investors, and other capital providers to optimize project-level returns.
• Support tax credit monetization analysis (ITC/PTC transferability, tax equity structures) by building and maintaining financial models that quantify impact on project IRR and after-tax cash flows.
• Track relevant legislative and regulatory developments affecting renewable energy incentives and market conditions, summarizing key impacts on project economics and financial models for internal stakeholders.
• Assists with the 5-year growth plan with the business development team and FP&A
• Assists with due diligence and assists with the navigation of acquisition opportunities through internal approval processes and external sales processes.
• Perform ad-hoc financial analysis or reporting tasks in support of the FP&A function and financial performance of the Company.
• Support, when necessary, P&L responsibility for renewables business unit
• Design, develop, and implement methods and strategies to enhance financial models and streamline processes.
• Support the preparation of presentations for the Risk Management Committee, regular corporate data reporting, C-team, Investment Committee and Board meetings.
• Work closely with the Summit and Peaks teams to ensure timely and on-budget project development across RNG project types.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of developments in the fields of energy, business, finance, and economic theory to inform strategic decisions.
• Execute ad-hoc financial analysis or reporting tasks in support of the company's financial objectives.
• Represent Peaks and Summit Utilities in meetings, conferences, and other external engagements to foster relationships and explore business opportunities.
• Other duties as assigned by the Finance Manager, RNG/H2 Project Development Team and/or the Director, Renewable Project Development

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, or accounting
• Three years of finance or business analysis experience including the development of advanced integrated financial models.
• Energy/Utility industry experience is a plus.
• MBA with a Finance specialization is a plus.
• Corporate Development, Investment Banking, or Consulting experience is a plus.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

• Strong competencies in corporate valuation techniques, financial modeling, forecasting, and business development
• Ability to conduct and interpret quantitative/qualitative analysis with the proven ability to communicate complex financial concepts and data in an understandable manner to all levels of management and staff.
• Demonstrated success in consulting effectively with all levels of management including executives; Must possess the ability to influence others without direct position power to earn credibility and trust.
• Must be able to manage multiple work streams and be capable of succeeding across a diverse portfolio of projects and responsibilities.
• Business partnering mentality.
• High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and meticulous analytical capability
• Highly proficient in all Microsoft Office suites of products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Strong ability to take initiative and manage multiple projects successfully while maintaining an even-keel approach and commitment to deadlines.

The salary range is $89,102 - $105,808 annually, depending on experience.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of all personnel so classified.

Summit offers competitive pay and medical/dental/vision and other benefits that provide flexibility, choice, and support to our employees when they need it most. We understand that home and family are essential pieces of your life, and our benefits are designed to support you both at work and at home.

Summit Utilities, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or veteran statu s.