Capital Markets Associate

Responsibilities:

- Financial Analysis and Modeling:

- - Develop and maintain complex financial models, including project finance models, DCF analysis, and valuation assessments

- Conduct sensitivity analyses and scenario planning to assess project risks and returns.

- Perform financial due diligence on potential projects, including reviewing contracts, agreements, and project documentation.

- Funding Process Management

- - Coordinate with lenders, investors, and other financial stakeholders to satisfy Conditions Precent (CPs) in order to secure project funding in a timely, coordinated manner

- - Documentation: Review and provide to lenders and investors comprehensive project documentation, including contracts, agreements, and progress reports

- - Project Scheduling: Develop and maintain project financing schedules, ensuring timely completion of financing milestones

- - Risk Management: Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies.

- Origination of New Financing

- - Assist team in structuring and negotiating project financing agreements, including tax equity, construction debt, and term debt facilities

- - Prepare financial analyses and presentations for internal investment committees and external capital partners

- Financial Analysis and Reporting:

- - Cost Estimation: Review and support detailed cost estimates and budgets for project development phases.

- - Financial Tracking: Monitor project expenditures and ensure alignment with budgetary constraints

- Collaboration and Communication

- - Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with engineering, finance, and legal teams to ensure cohesive project development.

- - Stakeholder Communication: Provide regular updates to internal and external stakeholders on project status and developments.

Requirements

- Education

- - Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.

- A Master's degree or relevant professional certification (e.g., CFA, CPA) is a plus.

- Experience

- - 1-5 years of experience in project finance, investment banking, corporate finance, or a related field. Experience in the renewable energy sector is highly desirable.

- Proven experience in financial modeling, analysis, and valuation of infrastructure or energy projects.

- Technical Skills

- - Proficiency in financial modeling software (e.g., Excel) and financial analysis tools.

- Strong understanding of project finance concepts, including debt, equity, and tax equity structures.

- Knowledge of renewable energy financing mechanisms, such as power purchase agreements (PPAs) and tax credits.

- Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills:

- - Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and provide actionable insights.

- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think strategically and critically.

- Communication and Interpersonal Skills:

- - Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely.

- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Benefits

Competitive Salary $130,000 - $140,000

- Annual Performance Bonus

- Benefits (Health, Vision, Dental, Basic Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability) are 100% covered by Nautilus

- 401(k) offered with employer match