Senior Finance Manager, Energy and Infrastructure

Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP - Austin, TX

Full-time - Senior

Austin, TX

10,001+ employees

About the position

The Energy Team at Baker Tilly is focused on the Inflation Reduction Act and is dedicated to helping organizations transition from traditional energy to clean energy and decarbonization. This role involves developing and financing key energy infrastructure projects, working closely with practice area leadership to serve clients in the energy sector. The position offers opportunities for career growth, flexibility in work arrangements, and the chance to build meaningful relationships with clients and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Lead and help build a team of finance and project execution professionals supporting the $27 billion greenhouse gas reduction fund (GGRF).
• Immerse in the field of Energy, learning about companies, technologies, and systems that deliver energy resources.
• Support the establishment of lending programs/green banks for clients deploying capital into distributed energy resources, net zero housing, and electric vehicle infrastructure.
• Review detailed financial models prepared by analysts for deal-specific structuring elements and circumstances.
• Assist in underwriting, due diligence, and closing on behalf of green lending organizations.
• Research industry topics and technical issues, compile data, and present findings.
• Assist in energy and infrastructure-focused analysis for thought leadership pieces.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, engineering, or an energy-related field required.
• 10+ years of experience with underwriting bank debt, energy project finance, and funding sources including the Production Tax Credit and Investment Tax Credit, Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs), and the Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) required.
• Understanding of structured finance concepts, distributed energy project financials, and operating performance metrics.
• Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Attention to detail alongside a commitment to quality and confidentiality.
• Highly developed skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) required.
• Ability to provide exceptional client service and demonstrate commitment to continuous learning in the Energy industry and applicable finance strategies.

Nice-to-haves

• MBA is a plus.
• Ability to work extended hours as needed, and the ability to travel including overnight as necessary.