Financial Analyst, Acquisitions

$80,000 - $100,000/Yr

Scout Clean Energy - Boulder, CO

Full-time - Entry Level

Boulder, CO

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

As a Financial Analyst on Scout's M&A team, you will support the origination, evaluation, negotiation, and closing of acquisitions of utility-scale wind, solar, and storage projects. Your role will involve project-based financial modeling and preparing investment committee materials to assist in investment decisions. You will also analyze development platforms and support deal negotiations, contributing to Scout's ambitious deployment targets in renewable energy.

Responsibilities

• Support the origination, evaluation, negotiation, and closing of acquisitions of utility-scale projects.
• Conduct project-based financial modeling and prepare investment committee materials.
• Analyze prospective development teams and projects on quantitative and qualitative bases.
• Support the development and negotiation of term sheets for acquisition agreements.
• Integrate feedback from team members to achieve superior results in project approaches.
• Implement long-term company strategy related to wind and solar development.
• Research market changes to identify high potential opportunities.
• Prepare proposals, presentations, and board papers as directed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or a quantitative field.
• 1-2 years of experience in project finance, energy development, or private equity.
• Thorough understanding of financial models and investment analysis.
• Experience with debt structures; tax equity partnership experience is a plus.
• Experience with sell-side due diligence processes for renewable energy or project finance transactions.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize and deliver high-quality work without direct supervision.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel (including VBA), Word, and PowerPoint.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in renewable energy markets.
• Familiarity with project engineering and construction processes.
• Knowledge of key legal issues impacting investment analysis.

Benefits

• Target base salary: $80,000 - 100,000 (Negotiable for the right candidate).
• Attractive bonus potential.
• Medical/dental/vision insurance with attractive premiums.
• 401(k) match.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Range of optional supplemental insurance coverage.