Corporate Development Analyst
GameChange Energy is one of the fastest growing, most dynamic companies in the booming solar industry. We are a leader in the solar racking and tracker industry with a dynamic and driven team passionate about changing the game in solar. Our products are designed to be the fastest installing and most cost-effective in the industry. The Corporate Development Analyst will support GameChange Energy’s strategic growth initiatives through mergers and acquisitions, strategic investments, partnerships, and corporate strategy. The analyst will work closely with senior leadership to evaluate acquisition targets, build financial models, conduct industry research, and execute strategic transactions that strengthen the company's leadership in renewable energy technology.
Corporate Development Analyst Responsibilities:
- M&A – Build detailed financial models, valuation analyses, and investment cases for acquisitions and strategic investments
- Support all phases of the M&A lifecycle including:
-Target identification
-Financial Analysis
-Due Diligence – Deal runner
-Deal execution
-Integration Planning
- Prepare presentations and material for executive leadership, board meetings, lenders, and investors
- Conduct Market research, competitive analysis, and industry benchmarking
- Evaluate partnerships, joint ventures, and strategic growth opportunities
- Assist with 45X Tax Credit Sales
- Special Projects supporting office of CFO
-Lead or support high-priority cross-functional initiatives involving Finance, Operations, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Sales, and IT.
-Improve financial reporting and decision-making processes through automation and analytics.
-Assist with ERP implementations, business integrations, and process improvement initiatives.
Corporate Development Analyst Skills & Requirements:
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or related field
- Experience Level: 2–5 years of experience in
-Investment Banking
-Transaction Advisory
-Corporate Development
-Private Equity
-Strategic Finance
-Big Four Deal Advisory
- Advanced Excel modeling skills
- PowerPoint presentation expertise
- Strong financial statement analysis
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Passion for renewable energy and sustainability.
Preferred
- MBA or CFA
- Renewable energy, infrastructure, industrial manufacturing, or technology experience
- Experience with M&A transactions
Technical Skills
- Financial Modeling
- Valuation
- DCF
- Comparable Company Analysis
- Transaction Multiples
- Market Research
- Due Diligence
- Microsoft Excel
- PowerPoint
- Capital IQ
- PitchBook
- FactSet
- Bloomberg
- Wood Mackenzie
Job Type: Full-time
Location: Hybrid 2 days a week in Norwalk, CT
Salary: $110,000 annual salary
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
Principals only. GameChange Energy does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. PLEASE NO AGENCY CONTACTS. WE ARE NOT ABLE TO PROVIDE SPONSORSHIP AT THIS TIME.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field
- 2-5 years of experience in investment banking, transaction advisory, corporate development, private equity, strategic finance, or Big Four deal advisory
- Advanced Excel modeling skills
- PowerPoint presentation expertise
- Strong financial statement analysis skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities
- Passion for renewable energy and sustainability
- MBA or CFA
- Experience in renewable energy, infrastructure, industrial manufacturing, or technology
- Experience with M&A transactions
What We Do
GameChange Solar designs and supplies solar trackers, fixed-tilt racking, and balance-of-systems (BOS) solutions for utility-scale and ground-mounted solar projects worldwide. Its products and services span hardware, software, and engineering design, supported by innovative design, high-volume manufacturing, and customer-focused project support. The systems are built to install efficiently, perform reliably over decades, and help solar facilities optimize energy production as part of the transition to renewable energy.
