Associate, Project Finance

Overview

Supports financing, modeling, and execution of renewable energy project deals.

Key Responsibilities

• financial modeling
• pricing models
• deal structuring
• data rooms
• regulatory analysis
• counterparty management

Tasks

-Support internal Commercial/Sales and Development and Execution teams in developing, running, and updating revenue agreement pricing models and associated financial analysis based on current monetization options, as well as other relevant analysis such as credit underwriting, to support project origination and development. -Conduct highly complex and detailed financial modeling, compiling asset economics and projections, and presentations for internal stakeholders, including Corporate Finance and quarterly board meetings. -Interface closely with internal Commercial/Sales, Corporate Finance, Development, Execution, Legal and Asset Management teams to help guide projects forward quickly and efficiently to successful monetizations. -Proactively support Project Finance team in all aspects of driving project finance transactions and portfolio sales processes to close, from initial marketing phase through term sheet negotiation, complex deal contract structuring, internal approvals and reporting, regular tranching of portfolio projects post initial fund close, and overall fund management. -Lead on detail-oriented organization and maintenance of project documentation and data rooms for diligence by investors and lenders -Directly engage in and support Project Finance team’s interactions with third-party counterparties, customers, and consultants in a professional manner. -Support policy and regulatory analysis (especially concern US Federal tax incentives) to support critical path underwriting and project financings.

Requirements

• excel
• financial modeling
• project finance
• solar
• bachelor's
• communication

What You Bring

-Familiarity with construction debt, term debt, and/or tax credit transaction structures -Ability to perform and deliver accurate financial and data analysis on timely basis, and concisely report findings to key stakeholders, proactively managing to deliverable timelines inside in a highly detail-oriented environment, including ability to collect accurate data inputs in a cross-functional, multi-stakeholder environment -Potential to be creative, flexible, and think critically in tackling a variety of challenges, from the industry level to counterparty-specific issues -Minimum two years and preferably three or more years relevant project finance experience, preferably with focus in solar or another clean energy field -Advanced Excel, Word and PowerPoint skills - relevant experience and capability in complex and detailed financial modeling in Excel a must -Excellent communication skills in both oral and written English for various target audiences -Familiarity with renewable energy policies at federal and state levels -Self-motivated and strong work ethic with the ability to proactively manage diverse relationships and multiple, complex projects simultaneously -Exceptional project management and time-management skills to balance multiple high priority items at once and deliver on-time/as needed -Willingness to coach and mentor junior analysts, while continuing to learn and develop one’s own skillset -Bachelor's or advanced degree with high academic achievement -Spanish language fluency is also a plus (though not required) to support our business in Mexico

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About Forefront Power

-specializes in the development, financing, and operation of renewable energy projects. -is known for its expertise in solar energy, providing clean and reliable power solutions. -partners with clients across diverse industries, offering customized renewable energy solutions. -focuses on large-scale solar projects to support businesses and governments in their transition to clean energy. -has a robust track record of executing high-impact energy projects across the U.S. -employs an innovative approach that leverages cutting-edge technology and long-term partnerships to maximize the value of renewable energy. -financial models provide flexible and scalable solutions, enabling clients to invest in sustainable energy infrastructure.

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