Project Finance Analyst

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. 

Job Summary:

LRE is currently seeking an Analyst, Project Finance to provide financial modeling, data analysis, and execution support for project financing and corporate financing activities for large-scale wind, solar, and battery energy storage projects.  This position is based in Dallas, Texas and provides an opportunity for a professional to perform interesting work within a small team, build experience in renewables, collaborate across the organization, and contribute to the Company's renewable energy mission.

• Constructs, utilizes, and maintains financial models for wind, solar, and energy storage projects to evaluate financing structures, risk factors, and performance across scenarios

• Performs project finance exercises to inform pricing, strategy, and other relevant data for the preparation of bids for development projects

• Assists with deal structuring, diligence, and closing activities

• Performs due diligence and conducts market research on modeling inputs and assumptions

• Performs Ad hoc analysis and reporting

• Additional duties as required

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or related academic field

• One (1) to Three (3) years of experience in financial modeling and/or valuation is required; Preferably in the renewable power, infrastructure, or energy sectors

• Experience in project and/or corporate financing

• Working knowledge of accounting principles

• Extensive market research capability and experience

• Familiarity with conventional and/or renewable energy is highly desirable

• Advanced Excel skills (MACROs, VBA, Pivot Tables)

• Good team player and 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

Please Note: This is an in-office role, requiring on site presence in our office a minimum of three days per week with hybrid flexibility of working remotely two days per week, subject to manager and policy approval. #LIHybrid

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. Employer visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

Leeward Management Services, LLC is committed to employing a diverse workforce and provides equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.