Strategic Finance Analyst

Summit Utilities; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Flexible benefits package

Job summary

Summit Utilities, through Peaks Renewables, seeks a Strategic Finance Analyst in a Denver hybrid role to support Business Development and FP&A, reporting to the Sr. Finance Manager.

You will participate in debt financing, feasibility analyses, and due diligence, while contributing to budgeting and forecasting. This fast-paced environment requires advanced financial modeling, strong Excel/PowerPoint skills, and the ability to partner with across teams to structure deals, manage growth projects,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, finance, or economics.
• 2+ years of relevant work experience (IB, corp dev, consulting, or PE).
• Advanced, integrated financial modeling experience.
• Experience developing Excel/PowerPoint driven analyses needed.
• Energy/Utility industry experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist debt financing applications and loan guarantees.
• Perform financial analysis and valuation modeling for new investments.
• Screen and evaluate feasibility of new M&A and project opportunities.
• Develop commercial proposals with internal teams to structure deals.
• Assist with due diligence for acquisitions and coordinate approvals.
• Improve financial models and related processes.
• Coordinate Peaks’ annual budget process and quarterly reforecasts.
• Prepare presentations for Risk Committee, Board, and executives.
• Collaborate with Summit and Peaks teams on project development.

Skills

Corporate valuation

Financial modeling

Forecasting

Business development

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Summit Utilities

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 thatcontinues 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.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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