VP Finance

ENFRA LLC; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

ENFRA LLC seeks a high-impact Vice President of Finance to lead financing activities for our rapidly growing energy infrastructure program. You will structure and fund long-term partnerships (15–50 years, up to $1B) and guide credit analysis, modeling and investor communications.

The role requires deep experience in project finance, investment banking, and corporate finance, with a track record of building strong investor relationships and delivering value in complex energy projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM, Business, Finance, Economics or related discipline required.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in project finance or related investment banking/ consulting.
• Financial modeling and credit analysis skills with ability to inform structuring.
• Strong investor relations, cross-functional collaboration, and strategic thinking.

Responsibilities

• Lead structuring of debt and/or equity for long-term energy projects.
• Leverage internal/external experts in project finance and credit modeling.
• Support credit qualification, pricing, and funding of infrastructure partnerships.
• Analyze market conditions and investor reactions; inform financing proposals.
• Model assumptions and capital structuring to optimize cost of capital.
• Coordinate with legal and accounting on quarterly investor reports.

Skills

Project finance

Investment banking

Credit analysis

Financial modeling

Investor relations

Strategic thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM/Business/Finance/Economics

MBA/CFA/JD (preferred)

Job description

About Us

At ENFRA, we blend a rich history with a forward-looking vision. With over 100 years of experience, we are a pillar of stability in the energy infrastructure industry and a leader in innovative energy solutions. Our commitment to leveraging emerging technologies ensures that we remain at the forefront of the Energy-as-a-Service sector.

We believe in growth—not just for our business, but for our people. Our team members have the opportunity to advance their careers in a supportive environment that values continuous learning and development. We embrace innovation and encourage creative problem solving to tackle the energy infrastructure and energy challenges of tomorrow.

Inclusion is at the heart of our culture. We strive to create a workplace where every voice is heard and valued, fostering a collaborative environment where diverse perspectives drive our success.

Join us to be part of a legacy of excellence and a future of groundbreaking advancements. At ENFRA, stability, innovation, and growth are more than just values—they are the pillars of our continued success.

Overview

The Vice President of Finance is responsible for leading financing activities in support of its rapidly growing energy infrastructure program. They are supporting the EaaS development team in the structuring and funding of long-term partnerships ranging from 15- to 50-years and up to $1 billion.

Responsibilities

• Provides expertise in the structuring of debt and/or equity from origination, through development and negotiation, to commercial operation.
• Leverages in-house and third party expertise in project finance, credit analysis, and financial modeling to inform the structuring of programs.
• Supports the initial credit qualification, indicative pricing in due diligence, negotiation of financing arrangements, and ultimately funding of utility infrastructure partnerships.
• Proactively researches, analyzes and reports market conditions, investor reactions, comps, and projections across taxable, tax-exempt, and swap markets.
• Provides critical and timely input on modeling assumptions for EaaS proposals.
• Assesses and structures financings to maximize market attractiveness and deliver the most effective cost of capital.
• Manages the Green Financing Framework and third party certification processes.
• Manages the Companies credit modeling and Nationally Recognized Statistical Rating Organization (NRSRO) processes, including credit rating presentations.
• Liaises with private investors in ongoing partnerships and foster new relationships across all markets, including investor-marketing materials.
• Collaborates with legal and accounting teams in the generation of quarterly and annual investor reports during the construction and performance periods.

Qualifications

Required Education, Experience, and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM, Business, Finance, Economics, or related discipline required.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in project finance or related investment banking or management consulting serving related industries.
• Ability to work effectively in a diverse work group and across corporate functional teams.
• Financial Modeling: Core Strength. Significant experience building and reviewing economic and credit models, ideally in a project finance, infrastructure, or energy-as-a-service context.
• Credit Analysis: High. A demonstrated understanding of the credit rating process and ability to project the impact of action or inaction.
• Business Development: Moderate. Significant investor-facing experience, including demonstrated success and credibility in developing content and fostering and sustaining investor relationships.
• Ability to leverage existing relationships and cultivate new investor relations with large, private placement investors.
• Strong problem-solver who is intellectually curious and has a strategic mind-set.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and group presentation skills, including a demonstrated ability to tailor presentation of concepts that are technical or complex in nature to an audience.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate while driving and building consensus with diverse internal and external stakeholders.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail-oriented and willing to tackle various ongoing projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Versed in the industry and the Company's competitors.
• Ability to multitask and perform duties outside of the scope of work when necessary.

Preferred Education, Experience, and Qualifications

• MBA, CFA, or JD.
• Experience in the private placement market.
• Experience with healthcare, higher education, industrials, or energy sectors.
• Project Finance: Core Strength.
• Deep understanding of project finance concepts and private placement market standards.
• Experience in infrastructure development activities.

Travel Requirements

• 10% of time will be spent traveling to job site(s)/office location.

Physical/Work Environment Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Climbing stairs.
• Remaining in a stationary position, often kneeling, standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
• Quiet environment.
• Light work that includes adjusting and/or moving objects up to 20 pounds.

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ENFRA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Women, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities, and participates in the e-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other classification protected by law.