Senior Analyst, CIA

Cypress Creek Renewables•New York City, NY

14h•$100,000 - $120,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Cypress Creek Renewables is powering a sustainable future, one project at a time. We develop, finance, own and operate utility-scale and distributed solar and storage projects across the country. Fostering a diverse group of innovative thinkers from all backgrounds, Cypress people are drawn to work in a purpose-driven organization. We hope you will join us. Overview As a Senior Analyst on the Investment Analytics team at Cypress Creek, your primary responsibility will be to contribute to the team's efforts in project valuation. The Senior Analyst will have the opportunity to learn new skills, gain deep exposure to multiple facets of a growing industry, rapidly develop their career, and earn highly competitive pay. This position is based in the New York or San Francisco office. The Senior Analyst will report to the Director, Investment Analytics and support the group through functions including: Solar, storage, and natural gas/firm generation asset valuation and project finance modeling, including expected project value and forecasted capital sources including project debt and tax equity Transaction support for project financings and asset acquisitions & sales Executing cross-divisional Corporate Development activities on behalf of the CIO’s office Development of investment recommendation memos evaluating project risk & return profiles Conducting valuation and investment analysis for the firm’s Financial Sponsors and Board of Directors Collaboration with other teams, including engineering, development, and our operating fleet, to develop a valuation thesis for all key markets In addition to close collaboration with the CIO, the new hire will have the opportunity to work closely with the other members of the Cypress Creek senior leadership team Exact title will be commensurate with experience

Requirements

BA/BS degree (MBAs welcome)
At least three years of Excel-based financial modeling experience, preference for solar/storage/gas valuation experience
At least three years of finance experience in investment banking, private equity, principal investing, structured/project finance, corporate development, and/or corporate finance/FP&A
Knowledge of energy markets and a variety of energy technologies
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Strong desire to work in the energy industry
Self-motivated with a high level of initiative, attention to detail, and accountability
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Ability to multi-task and work in a deadline driven environment
Organized, diligent, and able to track/manage multiple streams of information on an ongoing basis
Successful completion of an Excel-based modeling test will be required
Located or able to relocate to San Francisco or New York City
Embrace and live by the mission and values of Cypress Creek Renewables

Nice To Haves

Formal credit and underwriting training a plus

Responsibilities

Solar, storage, and natural gas/firm generation asset valuation and project finance modeling, including expected project value and forecasted capital sources including project debt and tax equity
Transaction support for project financings and asset acquisitions & sales
Executing cross-divisional Corporate Development activities on behalf of the CIO’s office
Development of investment recommendation memos evaluating project risk & return profiles
Conducting valuation and investment analysis for the firm’s Financial Sponsors and Board of Directors
Collaboration with other teams, including engineering, development, and our operating fleet, to develop a valuation thesis for all key markets