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Structured Finance Associate

Posted: 4 days ago

Job Description

Role OverviewWe are seeking a Investment Associate/ Financial Modeler with strong experience in renewable energy project finance and a proven track record in tax equity deal structuring. This role is critical in evaluating investment opportunities, building robust financial models, and supporting strategic decision-making for capital deployment. You will collaborate closely with senior leadership, investment partners, and legal/technical teams to execute complex renewable energy financings.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop, maintain, and audit complex financial models for renewable energy projects (solar, wind, storage).Structure and analyze tax equity partnerships (e.g., partnership flips, inverted leases, sale-leasebacks) including ITC/PTC monetization.Prepare investment memos, sensitivity analyses, and scenario planning for internal committees and external investors.Support due diligence processes with legal, technical, and accounting teams.Benchmark financial assumptions against market data and provide insights on risks and returns.Partner with business development and project finance teams to evaluate pipeline opportunities and optimize capital stack (tax equity, debt, sponsor equity).Qualifications3–5+ years of experience in renewable energy project finance or investment banking, private equity, or tax equity syndication.Strong expertise in tax equity structures (partnership flip, sale-leaseback, inverted lease).Advanced proficiency in Excel financial modeling (project finance, cash flow waterfalls, DCF).Solid understanding of ITC/PTC rules, depreciation schedules, and tax implications for renewable energy.Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or related field (MBA or CPA a plus).

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