POSITION: Financial Analyst
WHO WE ARE
Heelstone Renewable Energy is a utility-scale solar, wind, and storage developer headquartered in Durham, NC, with expertise in developing, originating, financing, constructing, and operating solar photovoltaic, wind, and storage projects. Heelstone’s strategy includes greenfield development, co-development, and acquisitions of later-stage projects. Heelstone has developed and achieved commercial operation on over 80 solar projects with an aggregate generating capacity of approximately 1.2 GW. Heelstone has partnered with Qualitas Energy to fund its development platform as it continues to grow into a world-class Independent Power Producer. For more information, please visit www.heelstoneenergy.com.
POSITION SUMMARY
Heelstone is seeking a Sr. Financial Analyst who will provide support in all aspects of renewable energy and corporate finance activities, including M&A, underwriting, raising and structuring project debt and tax equity, and revenue contract origination. The role will work directly with leading industry participants, including developers, financing partners, and investment banks. This is a full-time position located in Durham, NC.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop and maintain financial models using complex capital structures for underwriting and transactions
- Assist in screening, structuring, and pricing acquisitions and project bids
- Prepare analyses for investment committee approvals
- Support raising and structuring debt, equity and tax equity for utility-scale solar projects
- Support origination of revenue contracts and related analysis to inform pricing and structuring
- Assist in structuring and pricing project divestitures
- Assist in due diligence of greenfield development opportunities
- Understand historical data sets through publicly available energy pricing to form forward views on pricing and other market dynamics
- Assist with market research, analytics, and financial modeling
- Perform other duties as assigned
SKILLS AND PERSONAL QUALITIES
- Excellent financial modeling skills, including high proficiency with Excel
- Exceptional analytical capabilities and attention to detail
- Self-starter who operates well in an entrepreneurial and collaborative environment
- Strong sense of accountability
- Strong organization and management skills
- Ability to prioritize concurrent tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills
EDUCATION/PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s Degree in finance, economics, statistics, or a similar discipline
- 2-3 years of work experience in banking or a similar industry a plus
- Advanced Excel skills required
- Background in renewable finance, investment banking, private equity or leveraged finance
TOTAL REWARDS PACKAGE
Heelstone offers a family-friendly culture with a hybrid schedule of 2 days in the Durham office and 3 days working from home. Our attractive compensation package offers:
- Competitive Base Salary
- Generous Bonus Program
- 401(K) company match with immediate vesting
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
- Company-sponsored HRA and employee-funded FSA and DCA are available
- EAP Benefits
- Company paid Long and Short-Term Disability, Life, and AD&D Insurance
- Cell Phone Reimbursement Plan
- Flexible Paid Time Off and allotted Sick Time
- 12 Paid Holidays
In addition to the compensation package, we also boast robust perks, which include:
- Provided Setup of at-home Tech
- Company-paid downtown Durham Parking next to the Durham Bulls Stadium
- Free access to our building’s state-of-the-art gym
- Fully stocked kitchen with snacks and drinks
- Discount program for popular locations and services
- Amazing rooftop views of Downtown Durham
All applicants must possess authorization to work in the United States and must not require future sponsorship for authorization.
A note to recruiters:
The Heelstone team does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters, staffing firms, or related agencies. The Human Resources team coordinates all recruiting and hiring at our company. We do not accept resumes from third-party recruiters unless authorized by the Human Resources team, and if a signed agreement is in place.
