Senior Project Finance Analyst - Remote

Recruit Monitor; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy firm is seeking a Senior Project Finance Analyst to support financing for renewable energy projects in the Northeast. The ideal candidate will analyze risks, develop financial models and collaborate with various project stakeholders. This role requires at least 2 years of experience in renewable energy finance, strong analytical skills, and a passion for sustainability. Flexible working arrangements are available, including remote work options.

Qualifications

• 2 years of professional experience in financing renewable energy systems in the United States, preferable in northeastern markets.
• Proven track record of analyzing renewable energy projects.
• Knowledge of federal and local incentive programs related to renewable energy.

Responsibilities

• Enable sales through participation and development of sales tools.
• Build financial models and conduct analysis of risks and rewards.
• Collaborate closely with project stakeholders and present investment opportunities.

Skills

Sales enablement

Advanced financial modeling

Risk analysis

Collaboration skills

Time management

Education

Undergraduate degree in science, engineering, economics or related field

Graduate degree preferred

Job description

About the job Senior Project Finance Analyst - Remote

The Senior Project Finance Analyst will be a key team member with responsibilities related to financing of various renewable energy projects in the Northeast (including NY, MA, CT, NJ and other states). Entrepreneurial drive, dedication and a proactive attitude are essential qualities for this role within a lean and focused team of industry experts. Reporting to the Senior Manager of Project Finance, this is a great opportunity to work in a fast-growing market with enormous potential.

The ideal candidate will be based in the Northeast (including NY, MA, CT, NJ and other states) and may require business travel up to 30% of the time. Flexible working arrangements, including full-time remote work may be approved for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

• Sales enablement, through in-person participation, development of sales tools and collateral;
• Opportunity qualification, building advanced financial models and performing in-depth analysis of both risks and rewards;
• Close collaboration with other project stakeholders, including engineering, project management, energy services, and legal;
• Formulating investment theses and presenting investment opportunities to senior management;
• Transaction due diligence, ensuring timely and efficient financial closings with external financial partners

Requirements

• 2 years professional experience from financing of renewable energy systems in the United States, ideally in northeastern markets;
• Demonstrated track record of analyzing renewable energy projects;
• Knowledge of federal and local incentive programs for renewable energy in general, and for solar photovoltaics and battery energy storage systems in particular;
• Strong time management skills and ability to work independently;
• Organized and detail-oriented, with a business process mindset;
• Passion for renewable energy and interest in developing deep industry expertise;
• Undergraduate degree in science, engineering, economics or related field. Graduate degree preferred

Physical, Mental, & Physical Demands

To comply with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the essential physical, mental and environmental requirements for this job are listed below. These are requirements normally expected to perform regular job duties. Incumbent must be able to successfully perform all of the functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.