Project Finance Analyst

Opportunity

Adapture Renewables, Inc. is on a mission to be a leader in this new era of sustainable energy. Drawing upon an extensive knowledge base, we develop, finance, engineer, build, own, and operate high quality utility-scale photovoltaic projects and battery energy storage projects. Our Project Finance team is looking for a talented Project Finance Analyst to help support the efforts of our fast-growing company. Adapture Renewables is owned by KIRKBI Climate– the private holding and investment company of the Kirk Kristiansen family founded to build a sustainable future for the LEGO® brand through generations.

Overview

This position will support Adapture Renewables’s project financing efforts and assist in the creation and management of financial models for project finance and M&A transactions. This role is located in Oakland, CA. 

Core Responsibilities

• Support capital raising efforts, including construction debt, back leverage, and tax equity, by preparing financial models, due diligence materials, and investor presentations.
• Support the development of valuation models to analyze the economic merits and risks associated with new project acquisitions and greenfield opportunities.
• Collaborate with Adapture Renewables’ engineers, developers, and accounting professionals to develop appropriate assumptions for project models.
• Support internal reporting obligations.
• Assist in due diligence processes for project finance and M&A transactions.
• Create and maintain investment memos, investor presentations, and project summaries.
• Develop and maintain project finance related intelligence (tax equity terms, property and sales tax information, local subsidies, RECs, etc.).
• Support the Asset Management and Accounting team with ongoing operating reports and draw requests.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or related field; Master’s degree (MBA or similar) or professional certifications (e.g., CFA, CPA) are a plus.
• 1+ years of experience in project finance, renewable energy development, infrastructure investment, investment banking, commercial banking, or a related field.
• Demonstrated ability to work with complex financial models in Excel.
• Some familiarity with renewables sector and regulatory environment preferred
• Exceptional analytical and quantitative problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Possesses self-starter qualities with the ability to work independently with minimal direction.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and prioritize a number of concurrent tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits Package

• 401(k) plan with company matching
• Competitive health, vision, and dental benefits
• Attractive personal time off and company holiday package
• Hybrid Work policy
• Salary commensurate with experience

Compensation

The salary range for this full-time position is $100,000 - $115,000, commensurate with experience and location. 

Note

Qualified candidates only. No search firms. Adapture Renewables, Inc. is committed to equal employment opportunity.