Cost & Financial Strategy Manager

Terrestrial Energy•Charlotte, NC

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Terrestrial Energy is a US developer of advanced, Generation IV nuclear reactors, specifically their Integral Molten Salt Reactor (IMSR) small modular nuclear plant. The company has recently completed a merger and is now a publicly listed operating company (NASDAQ “IMSR”), aiming to secure capital for its next growth phase. With increasing interest in Small Modular Reactor (SMR) and advanced reactor technologies, Terrestrial Energy presents a unique opportunity to participate in its growth business plan. The company is building a team of high-performing professionals at its Charlotte, North Carolina headquarters and future project sites. They are seeking individuals with US market experience, innovative problem-solving skills, a track record of exceptional performance in engineering projects, strong leadership and team-building capabilities, a deep understanding of advanced reactor development requirements, and the ability to thrive in a fast-growing, adaptable environment during organizational change. The Manager, Cost & Financial Strategy, reporting to the Vice President Business Development, will be responsible for rigorous cost analysis, financial modeling, and economic assessment to support IMSR deployment. This role is crucial for strategic, investment, and deployment decision-making for IMSR projects and involves close collaboration with various teams in a regulated nuclear environment.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Applied Mathematics, Engineering, or related analytical discipline
10+ years of professional experience in financial analysis, project finance, infrastructure finance, investment banking, private equity, or energy finance
Demonstrated experience building complex financial models in Microsoft Excel
Strong understanding of capital markets, financing structures, and capital stack development
Experience analyzing debt, equity, and hybrid financing instruments
Ability to structure ambiguous strategic questions into rigorous financial models
Strong quantitative reasoning and analytical capabilities
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Ability to present financial analyses to senior management
High attention to detail and strong organizational discipline

Nice To Haves

Advanced Microsoft Excel financial modeling capability
Financial statement modeling and cash flow analysis
Scenario and sensitivity modeling
Strong PowerPoint skills for financial presentations
Exposure to Python, R, or other analytical tools is beneficial
Experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau is an asset
Experience in energy, infrastructure, or project finance sectors
Prior experience at an investment bank, infrastructure fund, private equity firm, or project finance advisory group
Experience evaluating large capital projects ($100M–$5B+)
Familiarity with LCOE modeling and energy infrastructure economics
Exposure to financial modeling for power generation, energy infrastructure, or large industrial projects
CFA, FMVA certification

Responsibilities

Develop integrated financial models for large-scale infrastructure and energy projects
Prepare and maintain project finance models including cash flow projections, DCF analysis, and valuation scenarios
Evaluate alternative financing structures and funding strategies for major capital projects
Analyze loan structures, debt sizing, coverage ratios, and financing constraints
Support analysis of project finance metrics including IRR, NPV, DSCR, LLCR, and other key indicators
Develop cost models to evaluate cost structure, unit economics (LCOE), scaling effects, cost of goods sold, and comparative business options
Perform scenario, sensitivity, and risk analyses to support investment and project development decisions
Translate qualitative business assumptions into clear, structured, and transparent quantitative models
Prepare concise financial summaries and presentations for senior management and Board review
Collaborate with strategy, business development, engineering, and finance teams to support project development
Maintain model documentation, structure, and version control best practices
Support evaluation of strategic partnerships, joint ventures, and commercial structures
Contribute to financial planning and strategic analysis supporting company growth
Other duties as assigned