Catalyze

Project Finance Senior Analyst

PURCHASE, NYPosted 30+ days ago

Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is directly from Catalyze

  • Job overview

    The Project Finance Senior Analyst at Catalyze plays a key role in analyzing and improving solar and storage projects throughout their lifecycle, contributing to the company's mission to accelerate renewable energy adoption.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The role involves project financial modeling, developing tailored financing solutions, collaborating with various internal teams and external partners, improving financial models and processes, performing quality assurance, and conducting ad-hoc analysis and reporting.

  • Compensation and benefits

    The position offers a salary range of $105,000 to $130,000 USD for certain locations, along with excellent benefits including health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and other voluntary benefits.

  • Experience and skills

    Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related fields, with 2+ years of experience in renewable energy (solar preferred) or related fields, strong Excel and project finance modeling skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize effectively.

  • Career development

    Catalyze offers growth and development opportunities within a flexible environment where employees' ideas and voices are valued.

  • Work environment and culture

    Catalyze promotes an inclusive workplace valuing diversity and authenticity, fostering empowerment and equal opportunity for all employees.

  • Company information

    Catalyze is a renewable energy developer and independent power producer focused on commercial and industrial real estate, providing smart energy infrastructure solutions like solar, storage, EV charging, and microgrids.

  • Team overview

    The candidate will join a small but growing Project Finance team working closely with Origination, Acquisition, Project Development, Engineering, Asset Management teams, and external partners.

  • Job location and travel

    Preferred hybrid locations include Houston, TX and Purchase, NY, with flexible work environment options.

  • Unique job features

    The role offers the chance to impact the energy industry significantly by working on innovative renewable energy projects and collaborating with a proprietary origination-to-operations platform.

Company overview

Catalyze is a leading provider of renewable energy solutions, specializing in the development, financing, and management of solar and energy storage projects for commercial and industrial clients. They generate revenue through power purchase agreements, energy-as-a-service models, and long-term asset management contracts. Founded in 2017, Catalyze has rapidly grown by acquiring strategic assets and forming key partnerships, positioning itself as a significant player in the transition to sustainable energy. Their innovative approach and commitment to reducing carbon footprints make them an attractive employer for those passionate about renewable energy.

How to land this job

  • Tailor your resume to spotlight your project finance modeling skills, especially your experience with Excel and financial structuring related to renewable energy projects, aligning closely with Catalyze's focus on solar and storage projects.

  • Highlight your ability to manage multiple high-value projects simultaneously, emphasizing prioritization, analytical skills, and attention to detail, as these are critical for success in this role.

  • Apply through multiple platforms including Catalyze's official corporate careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your chances of being noticed by recruiters.

  • Connect with professionals in Catalyze's Project Finance or Renewable Energy divisions on LinkedIn; use ice breakers such as referencing Catalyze’s mission to accelerate clean energy transition or asking about their experience working on solar and storage project finance models.

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