Role Overview

Build and maintain financial models for utility-scale 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 cross-functionally with internal stakeholders to update financial models based on evolving project assumptions and development milestones.
Support post-financing activities, including refinancing, sponsor equity sell down and financial compliance.
Prepare clear, concise financial analyses and recommendations for senior leadership and investment committees.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Engineering, or a related field; Master’s degree (MBA or similar) or professional certifications (e.g., CFA, CPA) are a plus.
5+ years of experience in project finance, renewable energy development, infrastructure investment, investment banking, private equity, or a related field.
Advanced proficiency in Excel-based 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 decision-making.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain financial assumptions, risks, and conclusions to non-financial stakeholders.
Highly organized, with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset; able to work effectively across cross-functional teams.
Familiarity with the U.S. renewable energy market, tax incentives, and regulatory environment.
Proactive, resourceful, and adaptable in a fast-paced and evolving environment.
Ability to work in Charlottesville, Virginia. Remote work may be considered for the ideal candidate.

Benefits

Health insurance
401(k) corporate matching
Paid Time Off plus standard company holidays
Flexible work hours allowed when work duties and business operations permit
Professional development opportunities
Fitness and wellness corporate discounts

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