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Full-Time

Financial Analyst-Shelton

CT, Hybrid

Updated on 9/11/2024

Budderfly

Budderfly

201-500 employees

Energy management and efficiency solutions provider

Hardware
Energy
Social Impact

Compensation Overview

$85k - $95kAnnually

Mid, Senior

Shelton, CT, USA

Category
Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)
Finance & Banking
Required Skills
Communications
Financial analysis
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
PowerPoint/Keynote/Slides
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, CPA, or eligibility for the CPA track
  • Minimum 4 years of progressive experience in accounting, FP&A, financial analysis or similar role
  • Strong analytical skills, with the ability to recognize variances in accounts, investigate and summarize articulate explanations for management review
  • Must possess the ability to effectively present and collaborate with senior leadership, including Managers, Directors, Vice Presidents, and the CFO, to drive decision-making and support business initiatives
  • Possesses outstanding skills in both verbal and written communication
  • Experience with proper procedures for month-end cutoff transactions & reconciliation of subledgers to General Ledger
  • Must have advanced experience with Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), including the ability to pull and build reports, create pivot tables, use lookup statements, and manage large datasets using Excel
Responsibilities
  • Responsible for the review and analysis of the Company’s balance sheet and P&L on a monthly/quarterly/yearly basis, ensuring all charges are recorded in the correct period, account and department
  • Review reconciliations from other team members and validate against monthly financials
  • Assist in developing detailed annual budgets and rolling forecasts that align with the Company’s strategic objectives
  • Collaborate with the department heads to gather budget inputs and assumptions
  • Monitor actual vs budget performance, investigate root causes of significant variances and provide updates to department heads
  • Prepare various management reports with detailed commentary on key variances and trends
  • Contribute to process improvement initiatives that enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of Company reporting needs
  • Assist in preparing materials for board meetings and investor communications
  • Perform other duties and assist in special projects as necessary

Budderfly specializes in energy management services aimed at helping businesses reduce their energy consumption and carbon footprint. They operate under the "Energy as a Service" (EaaS) model, which allows clients to access energy-efficient technologies, like HVAC systems and LED lighting, without any upfront costs. Instead, Budderfly covers the installation expenses and shares in the savings generated from lower energy bills, creating a mutually beneficial arrangement. This approach not only supports businesses in adopting sustainable practices but also aligns financial incentives with environmental goals. Budderfly's mission is to enhance energy efficiency and reduce waste, contributing to net-zero energy objectives and improving operational efficiency for a variety of commercial clients.

Company Stage

Series C

Total Funding

$289.8M

Headquarters

Shelton, Connecticut

Founded

2007

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Budderfly's partnerships with organizations like Perry School Community Services Center and Craveworthy Brands highlight its ability to scale sustainability solutions across various sectors.
  • The company's inclusion in the Inc. 5000 and Deloitte Technology Fast 500 lists reflects its rapid growth and market recognition.
  • Securing $400 million in funding positions Budderfly for significant expansion and innovation in the energy management sector.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape in energy management and sustainability could pressure Budderfly to continuously innovate to maintain its market position.
  • Dependence on shared savings as a revenue model may be impacted by fluctuations in energy prices and client energy usage patterns.

What makes Budderfly unique

  • Budderfly's 'Energy as a Service' model eliminates upfront costs for clients, making energy efficiency upgrades accessible without financial barriers.
  • The company focuses on a wide range of commercial facilities, from restaurants to retail stores, allowing for diverse applications of their energy-saving technologies.
  • Budderfly's recent $400 million debt facility underscores its financial stability and capacity for large-scale deployment of clean energy technologies.