Senior Analyst, Finance

SUMMARY

Oriden, headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA, is a renewable energy developer focused on developing utility-scale solar PV and energy storage projects. The services we provide include project site origination, feasibility assessment, grid interconnection, design and engineering, community relations, environmental & technical studies, permitting, PPA origination, equipment procurement, project financing, construction management, ownership and asset management of renewable energy projects. The team is funded by Mitsubishi Power Ltd., a Japanese multinational with operations globally and regional headquarters in Lake Mary, FL.

We are seeking a Senior Analyst, Finance to support the Company's financing activities. This position will assist with the full prospecting and development of storage and/or solar power projects sourced through acquisition and/or organic opportunities in target markets of the US. Key activities will range from excel-based financial modeling of the Company's renewable energy projects, supporting project development activities including land acquisition and permitting to conceptual design, planning, securing interconnection and commercial offtake opportunities in collaboration with both internal and external team resources.

This position requires a candidate whose education background is focused on energy, engineering, and/or business/finance from an accredited college or university. This position will report directly to the Finance Manager.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

Excel-based financial modeling of the Company's renewable energy projects
Ensure project-specific financial assessments capture all corresponding development, permitting and operational cost assumptions to support accurate financial modeling
Perform sensitivity analysis on financial models to determine key drivers, optimal financial structures, and financial rates of return
Compile and maintain auditable support for financial model assumptions, working with internal and external engineering teams
Provide and create investment, financing and other presentations
Create and support project development plans to meet Oriden's objectives and implement the plans to manage projects within time, quality and budget parameters
Create and maintain project updates and progress reports; identify risks and possible solutions for discussion with team members
Prioritizing, coordinating, reviewing and tracking development deliverables with internal teams and external consultants.
Reviewing and managing project contracts with vendors and consultants.
Utilizing internal reporting tools and forms to track timelines and deliverables.
Research solar and storage energy markets and competition on an ongoing basis

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EDUCATION

Education and/or Experience: Bachelor of Science in engineering, business, or other technically/commercially focused degrees with at least 2-4 years of experience in the energy industry.

Communication and Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, journals, complex instructions and memos.

Ability to write detailed reports, procedure manuals or business correspondence. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, alliance partners, customers and other employees of the organization. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work in teams and apply integrative skills

Mathematical Skills: Strong mathematical is preferred with ability to work with concepts such as probability and statistical interference as well as apply concepts like proportions, ratios, percentages, etc.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.

Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Ability to quickly understand the basics of a variety of subjects relating to solar energy and storage; including resource studies, environmental studies, transmission issues, public relations, public policy, sales, and engineering.

Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual must demonstrate advance proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Project Management: Competent in the application of standard project-management control tools and techniques including project planning, cost management, risk management, progress measurement, and control / reporting of project information.

Experience managing simultaneous activities under time deadlines. Detail-oriented, resourceful, and able to manage multiple and shifting priorities. Self-starter who can independently complete tasks ahead of schedule.

Demonstrated team player with a 'can-do' attitude, attention to detail, strong work ethic and a drive to deliver results is a must. Passion for renewable energy.

Excellent organizational skills and quick reaction time in a changing environment. Flexible, smart, analytical, and personable. Self-starter who can independently complete tasks ahead of schedule. Flexibility to travel as required, supporting the US business plan.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, talk or hear. Occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. Hearing protection may be recommended and/or required in some areas.