Sr. Analyst, Project Finance

Leeward Energy•Chicago, IL

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

LRE (Leeward Renewable Energy) is forging an American energy future with integrity, innovation, and positive impact. Born in Texas in 2003, we own and operate over 30 utility-scale wind, solar, and energy storage projects in local communities across the United States, totaling 4 gigawatts (GW) of generating capacity. LRE continues to help meet increased U.S. energy demand through our robust pipeline of new projects every year. Domestic jobs and manufacturing are fundamental to our full-lifecycle approach to projects, along with a long-term ownership model and a company culture dedicated to our community partners and protecting the natural environment. Leeward Renewable Energy is currently seeking an experienced Senior Financial Analyst (P3) to provide information, analysis, financial modeling, and execution support for corporate financial planning, cash flow forecasting, investor reporting, and financial risk control. This position is based in Dallas, Texas and provides a perfect opportunity for a professional looking for interesting work within a small, growing team, the ability to expand their experience, work with all levels of the organization, and contribute to the company's success in the renewable energy industry.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or related academic field
Three (3) to Five (5) years of extensive experience in financial valuation & modeling; Preferably in the renewable energy sector
Experience with corporate finance, budgeting, and reporting
Working knowledge of accounting
Advanced Excel skills (MACROs, VBA, Pivot Tables)
Good team player with the ability to work in a growing team environment.
Strong analytical, attention to detail, multitasking and problem resolution skills.
Self-starter with effective interpersonal and communication skills.
Applicants must have current authorization to work for any employer in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for an employment visa now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with conventional/renewable energy is highly desirable.
Extensive market research capabilities are desirable.
Familiarity with Finance and Accounting (Dynamics, Hyperion) and/or Business Intelligence (Power BI, Tableau) systems is preferable.

Responsibilities

Builds, utilizes, and maintains financial models for wind, solar, and energy storage projects to evaluate asset performance.
Analyzes project and company performance, explains key variances to the annual budget, and provides reporting materials for company management, investors, and Board of Directors.
Coordinates input gathering and consolidates the results for the annual budgeting and regular reforecasting processes.
Performs due diligence on modeling inputs and assumptions.
Conducts market research to incorporate relevant information into the financial models.
Performs Ad hoc analysis and reporting as needed.