Associate – Finance

Overview

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Pattern Energy is a leading renewable energy company that develops, constructs, owns, and operates high-quality wind and solar generation, transmission, and energy storage facilities. Our mission is to transition the world to renewable energy through the sustainable development and responsible operation of facilities with respect for the environment, communities, and cultures where we have a presence. 

Our approach begins and ends with establishing trust, accountability, and transparency. Our company values of creative spirit, pride of ownership, follow-through, and a team-first attitude drive us to pursue our mission every day. Our culture supports our values by fostering innovative and critical thinking and a deep belief in living up to our promises.  

Headquartered in the United States, Pattern has a global portfolio of more than 46 power facilities and transmission assets, serving various customers that provide low-cost clean energy to millions of consumers.

Responsibilities

JOB PURPOSE

In this unique role traversing development, analysis, project finance and valuation activities, this person will be directly contributing to transitioning the world to renewable energy. This position is primarily responsible for structuring transactions, due diligence support, financial analysis and modeling.  Work duties include research, data analysis, valuation and risk assessment across a broad range of energy finance and M&A transactions, primarily in wind, solar and transmission. This role often collaborates with team members cross functionally in areas such as development, construction, origination, asset management, legal, and corporate finance.

Key Accountabilities

• Independently develop financial models and analysis for renewable energy projects.
• Lead structured finance product development, including building leverage models and structural solutions for tax equity investments.
• Develop and deliver internal / external investment presentations and briefs.
• Identify and quantify key investment drivers and perform sensitivities.
• Drive development activities and asset due diligence efforts, supporting internal consideration of project value and risk.
• Perform general research duties and statistical analysis.
• Analyze market risk factors, pricing and risk management products, including hedges.
• Support treasury and capital planning functions.
• Participate in meetings with internal/external clients.
• Respond to information requests from financial institutions and be the contact person for lenders and tax equity investors, including responding to requests for additional analysis.
• Provide significant transaction support throughout financing processes.

Qualifications

Experience/Qualifications/Education Required

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Mathematics, Engineering, Economics or related area combined with at least 4-6 years of project finance analytical/modelling experience within a financial firm or energy operating company
• Advanced degree and/or CFA certification is optional.
• Project Finance acquisition, management or transaction experience preferred.
• Exceptional analytical skills and understanding of relevant financial and mathematical modelling techniques.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with an ability to express ideas effectively and fluently.
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment where teamwork and independent work ethic are essential.
• Ability to synthesize and organize large amounts of data.
• Ability to organize time well and set proper priorities.
• Advanced knowledge of spreadsheets, presentation software and the Internet search.

The expected starting pay range for this role is $103,000 - $138,000 USD. This range is an estimate and base pay may be above or below the ranges based on several factors including but not limited to location, work experience, certifications, and education. In addition to base pay, Pattern’s compensation program includes a bonus structure for full-time employees of all levels. We also provide a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, voluntary benefits, family care benefits, employee assistance program, paid time off and bonding leave, paid holidays, 401(k)/RRSP retirement savings plan with employer contribution, and employee referral bonuses.

Pattern Energy Group SERVICES LP is an equal opportunity employer#LI-MK1 #LI-Hybrid