Project Finance Manager - Energix North America
Arlington, VA 22201
About the Job
The Company:
Headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, Energix Renewables is a leading independent power producer that develops, constructs, owns and operates solar energy projects in Virginia, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Kentucky.
Energix Renewables is a subsidiary of an Israeli publicly traded company, Energix – Renewable Energies Ltd. (TASE: ENRG). With operations in Israel, Poland, and the United States, the Energix group of companies has brought online over 1GW, with a pipeline of more than 7GW, leading the “green revolution” in the energy sector with its innovative solar and wind energy generation projects.
Principal Duties & Responsibilities:
- Manage the process of closing deals, ensuring all financial, legal, and regulatory requirements are met.
- Manage the financing agreement negotiations with lenders, investors, and other stakeholders to secure project financing and optimize financing terms.
- Lead the development of financial models to support tax equity and debt financing transactions for the company's renewable energy projects.
- Design, implement, and calculate financing issues in a project finance transaction.
- Prepare comprehensive project financing proposals, including investment memos, financial forecasts, and cash flow analysis.
- Conduct and overseefinancial analysis and due diligence for renewable energy projects, including project feasibility, risk assessment, and financial modeling.
- Review, analyze, and negotiate terms in commercial agreements and other related legal documents.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and evaluate potential project financing options, including debt and equity structures.
- Stay updated on industry trends, regulations, and financing opportunities in the renewable energy sector.
Desired Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Expertise:
- Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or a related field. Master's degree is a plus.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in project finance, renewable energy finance, tax equity, or a related field.
- Proven leadership experience with excellent financial modeling skills and proficiency in Excel. Knowledge of VBA is desirable.
- Solid understanding of project finance principles, including debt structuring, cash flow analysis, and financial risk assessment.
- Familiarity with renewable energy technologies, policies, and market dynamics.
- Proven experience in managing and closing financial deals.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate across departments.
- Self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Inclusivity:
Energix is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Energix does not and will not discriminate based on race, color, religion or creed, gender, gender expression, age, national origin or ancestry, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, or any other characteristic in any of its activities or operations, including employment decisions, selection of vendors and clients, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of the Energix team, as well as with our contractors, vendors, and clients.