Senior Analyst, Project Finance
Senior Analyst, Project Finance
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Job Description
We are seeking a Senior Analyst to join our Project Valuation & Analysis team and help accelerate the shift to clean energy. This role plays a key part in supporting the valuation structuring and execution of project transactions including project sales joint ventures construction financing backleverage and tax equity financing for utilityscale wind solar and battery storage projects. The Senior Analyst will work closely with internal teams at every stage of development to help bring projects successfully across the finish line.
The Senior Analyst will be responsible for supporting project valuation due diligence and the execution of project transactions and investment decisions for utilityscale wind solar and battery storage projects. This individual will also help develop and maintain relationships with a wide range of banks and investors in the renewable energy sector while staying informed on industry trends activities and market dynamics.
The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in renewable energy finance and demonstrate a clear passion for project finance modeling. The candidate should have extensive experience using Excel and a solid understanding of financial concepts such as the time value of money internal rate of return and discounted cash flow analysis. Experience in modeling construction and term debt financing as well as partnership structures utilizing ITC/PTC tax credits is required.
The successful candidate will thrive in a fastpaced collaborative environment and maintain a high level of attention to detail. Strong communication skills are essential with the ability to clearly and concisely convey financial model assumptions and conclusions to support financing decisions and internal management review.
Primary Responsibilities
- Build and maintain financial models for utilityscale wind solar and battery storage renewable energy projects incorporating key project documents market assumptions financing structures and incentives.
- Conduct detailed project valuations scenario analyses and sensitivities to support investment decisions and financing transactions.
- Support capital raising efforts including construction debt back leverage and tax equity by preparing financial models due diligence materials and investor presentations.
- Assist in structuring project finance transactions analyzing the impacts of various financial products such as ITC/PTC benefits grants depreciation incentives lease financing and tax equity partnerships.
- Participate in commercial negotiations by analyzing financial implications of term sheets contracts and transaction documents.
- Monitor market trends regulatory changes and competitive dynamics affecting project economics and financing strategies.
- Collaborate crossfunctionally with internal stakeholders to update financial models based on evolving project assumptions and development milestones.
- Support postfinancing activities including refinancing sponsor equity sell down and financial compliance.
- Prepare clear concise financial analyses and recommendations for senior leadership and investment committees.
Qualifications :
To succeed as a Senior Analyst Project Valuation & Analysis at Apex Clean Energy youll need to excel within the following criteria:
- Bachelors degree in Finance Accounting Economics Engineering or a related field; Masters degree (MBA or similar) or professional certifications (e.g. CFA CPA) are a plus.
- 3 years of experience in project finance renewable energy development infrastructure investment investment banking private equity or a related field.
- Advanced proficiency in Excelbased financial modeling including building complex project finance models.
- Strong understanding of project finance structures including debt financing tax equity sponsor equity PTC/ITC benefits and depreciation incentives.
- Familiarity with renewable energy project development stages (land acquisition permitting interconnection construction and operations).
- Experience working with project agreements such as power purchase agreements (PPAs) interconnection agreements land leases and O&M contracts.
- Solid grasp of key financial concepts such as IRR NPV DSCR LLCR capital structure optimization and cash flow waterfall mechanics.
- Ability to perform detailed sensitivity analyses and clearly summarize results for decisionmaking.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly explain financial assumptions risks and conclusions to nonfinancial stakeholders.
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines.
- Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset; able to work effectively across crossfunctional teams.
- Familiarity with the U.S. renewable energy market tax incentives and regulatory environment is preferred.
- Proactive resourceful and adaptable in a fastpaced and evolving environment.
- Ability to work in Charlottesville Virginia. Remote work may be considered for the ideal candidate
At Apex Clean Energy we believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation and success. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all individuals feel valued and empowered. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply even if you do not meet every qualification listed in the job description. Your unique experiences and skills could be the perfect fit for our team!
If you are passionate about renewable energy and want to join us in accelerating the shift to clean energy we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application for our teams review!
Additional Information :
Work Environment:
Works primarily traditional office hours in an indoor office environment. Flexible work hours allowed when work duties and business operations permit.
How Youll Grow
At Apex Clean Energy our professional development plans focus on helping people at every level of their career to identify and use their strengths to do their best work every day. From entrylevel employees to senior leaders we believe theres always room to learn. We offer opportunities to help sharpen skills in addition to handson experience in the dynamic fastpaced renewable energy industry. From onthejob learning experiences to a robust multiweek onboarding experience to formal development programs our professionals have a variety of opportunities to continue to grow throughout their career.
What Apex Can Offer You
At Apex Clean Energy we know that great people make a great company. We value our people and offer employees a broad bestinclass range of benefits.
- A missiondriven energetic environment that supports and encourages our people to do their best work every day.
- A respect for and celebration of individuality differences and uniqueness
- Collaborative and driven professional workforce committed to supporting your ideas and feedback and accelerating your potential
- Ongoing support and guidance such as onthejob learning handson experience and mentorship
- Training strategies and tools to support your personal and professional growth
- Team atmosphere of diverse professionals committed to making an impact as an organization
- Opportunities to volunteer and give back to our local communities
- Exceptional benefits such as medical and dental; 401(k) with corporate match
- Base and bonus commensurate with experience
- Responsible Paid Time Off plus standard company holidays
- Benefits Offered: comprehensive highdeductible health plans dental and vision insurance plans shortterm and longterm disability group life insurance 401(k) corporate matching flexible spending arrangements company paid parking and cell phone fitness and wellness corporate discounts
At this time Apex will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.
Apex Clean Energy Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age national origin ancestry citizenship disability or veteran status.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
