Senior Consultant, Energy Advisory

Baker Tilly US; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 84,000 - 164,300; Full time

Job summary

Baker Tilly US is seeking a Senior Consultant to collaborate with developers, investors, lenders, and public-sector entities on energy and infrastructure projects. You will support engagements involving federal energy tax incentives, tax credit transactions, and project finance advisory.

Join a firm that values growth, flexible work options, and meaningful client relationships. You will gain hands-on experience, participate in training, and learn from experienced managers and partners with

Qualifications

• Demonstrated skills in time management, communication, interpersonal skills, relationship building, collaboration and problem solving.
• 4-year degree required; 3+ years professional experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, business, accounting, supply chain, engineering or manufacturing-related field preferred.
• Experience with energy and infrastructure advisory, tax incentives or project finance is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support energy tax credit advisory engagements, including reviews of project eligibility, credit calculations, and supporting documentation.
• Support a range of energy and infrastructure transactions and financing activities, including tax credit transfers, tax equity investments, project financing, acquisitions, and sales processes.
• Develop project financial models to support client project evaluation and financing activities.
• Perform financial and commercial due diligence for energy and infrastructure projects.
• Participate in client meetings, diligence calls, and interviews with project stakeholders.
• Assist with proposals, presentations, and market research.
• Assist in development of articles, sales proposals and presentations for new business development and client purposes.

Skills

Time management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Relationship building

Collaboration

Problem solving

Education

4-year degree

Bachelor’s degree in finance, business, accounting, supply chain, engineering or manufacturing-related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Baker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm, providing clients with a genuine coast-to-coast and global advantage in major regions of the U.S. and in many of the world's leading financial centers - New York, London, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago and Boston. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP (Baker Tilly) provide professional services through an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable laws, regulations and professional standards. Baker Tilly US, LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities provide tax and business advisory services to their clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP, trading as Baker Tilly, are independent members of Baker Tilly International, a worldwide network of independent accounting and business advisory firms in 141 territories, with 43,000 professionals and a combined worldwide revenue of $5.2 billion. Visit bakertilly.com or join the conversation on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram.

Please discuss the work location status with your Baker Tilly talent acquisition professional to understand the requirements for an opportunity you are exploring.

Baker Tilly is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable federal, state or local law.

Job Description

Senior Consultant On this team, you will work with developers, investors, lenders, public-sector entities, and other market participants on a variety of energy and infrastructure projects. You will support engagements involving federal energy tax incentives, tax credit transactions, project financial model development, project finance advisory, and transaction due diligence.

As one of the fastest growing firms in the nation, Baker Tilly has the ability to offer you upward career trajectory, flexibility in how and where you get your work done and meaningful relationships with clients, teammates and leadership who truly care about you and your development.

You Will Enjoy This Role If You

• Are considering a long-term career in professional services and want exposure to the energy and community development advisory industry
• Value your development and want to work for a firm whose owners have both their clients and employees best interests in mind and are transparent in their decisions
• Want to grow professionally and develop your client service and technical skills to build a strong foundation now, for tomorrow
• You will have the opportunity to:
• Gain hands-on experience in energy and community development advisory
• Participate in our technical training and development program designed to provide the tools needed to contribute to and lead client engagements
• Experience on-the-job training through real work engagements
• Learn directly from experienced managers and partners with specialized experience and technical knowledge within various industries such as energy and utilities, real estate, public sector, and transactions, among others

Responsibilities

• Support energy tax credit advisory engagements, including reviews of project eligibility, credit calculations, and supporting documentation
• Support a range of energy and infrastructure transactions and financing activities, including tax credit transfers, tax equity investments, project financing, acquisitions, and sales processes
• Develop project financial models to support client project evaluation and financing activities
• Perform financial and commercial due diligence for energy and infrastructure projects
• Participate in client meetings, diligence calls, and interviews with project stakeholders
• Assist with proposals, presentations, and market research
• Assist in development of articles, sales proposals and presentations for new business development and client purposes

Minimum Qualifications

• 4-year degree
• 3 years professional experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, business, accounting, supply chain, engineering or manufacturing-related field
• Experience in renewable energy, infrastructure, project finance, transaction advisory, or energy tax incentives
• Familiarity with energy tax credits, tax credit transfers, tax equity, or the Inflation Reduction Act
• Demonstrated skills in the areas of time management, communication, interpersonal skills, relationship building, collaboration, and problem solving
• Organizational and analytical skills, initiative, adaptability
• Proficiency with Microsoft programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Experience building financial models incorporating income statements and cash flows to support business decisions
• Experience with core financial processes (e.g. monthly close, financial reporting)

The US National pay rate range for this job position is $84,000-$164,300. Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of relevant factors including but not limited to applicant’s skills, prior experience, qualifications, degrees, professional certifications, work arrangements and geographic location. Baker Tilly offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to eligible employees.