Strategic Finance Analyst

Arkansas Oklahoma Gas Corp.; Denver (CO); Híbrido; USD 69.000 - 82.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Peaks Renewables, a growing renewables platform, seeks a Strategic Finance Analyst in Denver to support debt fundraising, project feasibility, and M&A due diligence within FP&A. You will build and refine financial models, forecast budgets, and prepare analyses for growth initiatives across RNG projects.

The role requires 2+ years in investment banking, corporate development, or private equity, strong Excel and PowerPoint, and the ability to communicate complex financial concepts to leadership.

Formación

• Strong competencies in corporate valuation techniques, financial modeling, forecasting, and business development.
• Ability to communicate complex financial concepts to all levels of management and staff.
• Experience collaborating with executives and influencing without direct authority.

Responsabilidades

• Complete debt financing applications and loan guarantees.
• Perform financial analysis and valuation modeling for new investments.
• Evaluate feasibility of new M&A and projects.
• Develop commercial proposals with internal teams to structure deals.
• Assist with due diligence for acquisitions and internal approvals.
• Improve financial models and streamline processes.
• Coordinate annual budgeting and quarterly reforecasts for growth projects.
• Prepare presentations for Risk Management Committee and Board.
• Collaborate with Summit and Peaks teams on RNG project development.
• Maintain knowledge of energy/finance/economics developments.
• Execute ad-hoc financial analyses as needed.

Conocimientos

Financial modeling

Forecasting

Business development

Valuation techniques

Communication skills

Multi-project management

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Educación

Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, finance, or economics

Herramientas

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Descripción del empleo

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Strategic Finance Analyst

Renewables Full-Time DENVER, CO, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 3266

Peaks Renewables is a growing renewables platform that develops, acquires, owns, and operates renewable fuels facilities utilizing a range of feedstocks and technologies. Peaks' primary focus is renewable natural gas (RNG), including landfill gas and biogas from processing agricultural waste and food waste using anaerobic digestion and gasification. Peaks’ goal is to reduce emissions while creating economic growth and providing access to clean, safe, dependable, and affordable energy solutions. As a subsidiary of Summit Utilities, Inc., Peaks benefits from a culture of excellence that continues to earn national and regional recognition as an employer of choice. These 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).

Being part of the Peaks team means embracing excellence and innovation. We are building a best-in-class platform and are looking for driven, entrepreneurial team members who are energized by the idea of helping scale a growing business.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Strategic Finance Analyst (SGL15B) with PEAKS Renewables. This hybrid role will be based in our Denver Colorado office.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position will serve a key role in supporting Business Development and FP&A activities at Peaks. As a direct report to the company’s Sr. Finance Manager, this position will be responsible for various critical business functions such as debt fundraising, project feasibility analysis and merger and acquisition due diligence, as well as forecasting, budgeting, analysis, and reporting responsibilities. The work will take place in a fast-paced environment with constantly evolving priorities depending on project development priorities, reporting deadlines, and other ad hoc requests.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Complete applications for debt financing and loan guarantees from federal support programs
• 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, 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
• Design, develop, and implement methods and strategies to enhance financial models and streamline processes
• Facilitate the coordination of Peaks’ annual budget process and quarterly reforecasts for all growth capital projects to ensure alignment with corporate objectives; assist with the 5-year growth plan in collaboration with the business development team
• Support the preparation of presentations for the Risk Management Committee, regular corporate data reporting, C-team, and Board meetings
• Work closely with the Summit and Peaks teams to ensure timely and on-budget project development across both RNG projects
• 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 duties as assigned by the Sr. Finance Manager, Peaks Commercial Strategy Team, and/or the Operations team

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, finance, or economics preferred
• 2+ years of relevant work experience, such as investment banking, corporate development, management consulting, or private equity
• Demonstrated experience working in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint a must
• Experience developing advanced, integrated financial models
• Energy/Utility industry experience is a plus
• Interest or demonstrated experience in debt capital markets 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 $68,870 - $81,783 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 status.