Associate, Finance & Capital Markets

Job description

Invenergy is North America’s largest privately held developer, owner, and operator of power infrastructure. With 25 years of trusted execution, we deliver reliable, affordable energy through a diverse portfolio that includes natural gas, solar, land-based wind, energy storage, transmission, and domestic manufacturing. Headquartered in Chicago, we develop, own, and operate large scale projects that power communities and support the energy future. This position will be open for application for at least 3 calendar days from the posting date. This position will remain open for application based on business need, which may be before or after the 3-day posting window. Job Description Position Overview As an Associate, Finance and Capital Markets, you will support and manage all aspects of project finance transactions involving renewable energy projects, natural gas fired, and battery storage technologies. Key responsibilities include creating and managing complex financial models, managing the due diligence process, coordination with external financing parties to support closing and funding of transactions, and supporting compliance with covenants in finance documents . You will work closely with other teams within Invenergy including Thermal and Renewable Development, Asset Management, Origination, Engineering, Legal, Tax and Accounting, as well as external stakeholders. This position is located at our headquarters in Chicago, Illinois. Responsibilities Support and manage project finance transactions, including construction debt, term debt, working capital, tax equity investments, and cash equity investments. Manage project and portfolio-level financings for operating projects, including lender relationships and reporting activities. Interpret terms in operating agreements, financing agreements, and power hedge agreements to identify issues and compliance that may impact project level and corporate financings, and communicate findings to management. Develop and manage financial models to analyze project and partnership level performance of operating wind, solar, thermal and storage projects. Synthesize and communicate project economic summaries to senior management. Collaborate with tax, accounting, and treasury teams for disbursements, tax returns, valuations, and project models. Assist in due diligence processes for tax equity partnership restructurings, project debt refinancings, equity buyouts, and asset divestures. Manage due diligence and closing process for financing transactions, including coordination with internal teams and external partners. Support project finance activities during construction, term conversion, equity funding and operations. Support corporate finance activities, including cash management and compliance with corporate loan facilities. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, accounting, engineering or related field. 3+ years of experience in finance, banking, consulting, or related field. Demonstrated ability to develop complex financing models in Excel. Familiarity in reading and interpreting commercial contracts and agreements. Ability to prioritize several concurrent tasks in a fast-paced environment. Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future. Preferred Qualifications Experience with project or corporate finance debt or equity transactions in power generation or energy/utilities sector 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 environment. Ability to prioritize several concurrent tasks in a fast-paced environment. Base Pay $115,000.00 - $140,000.00 USD Annual Bonus: 20% - 30% The base pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target salary for the position. Invenergy considers a number of factors when determining base pay offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education and skills. In addition to base pay, the total annual compensation package may also include eligibility to participate in our bonus program(s) which are designed to reward individual and company performance. Your recruiter can share more about bonus eligibility for this position during the hiring process. Invenergy offers a variety of other benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k, paid time off, etc. Invenergy LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.