Director, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

The Director of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) develops and maintains integrated financial models, leads scenarios and sensitivity analyses, and ensures the organization has a clear and accurate view of short‑ and long‑term financial performance. The position oversees and manages the company’s enterprise-wide financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and performance reporting functions. By delivering high‑quality insights and disciplined financial rigor, this position supports executive leadership and private equity sponsors in evaluating capital allocation decisions, assessing market and regulatory impacts, and optimizing returns across a rapidly expanding renewable‑energy portfolio.  

Beyond core forecasting and reporting responsibilities, the Director of FP&A partners closely with cross‑functional teams, including development, project finance, capital markets, accounting, and operations, to enhance project‑level economics, support major financing events, and strengthen enterprise performance management.  This position plays an essential role in informing financial strategy, improving operational efficiency, and ensuring that decision‑makers have the timely, data‑driven intelligence required to scale effectively in a capital‑intensive environment. 

This role additionally provides leadership and mentorship to Scout's FP&A teams, strengthening financial capabilities, and alignment across stakeholders. 

Responsibilities 

• Review, challenge, and enhance business plans, forecasts, and quarterly financial reporting prepared by portfolio companies. 

• Monitor and analyze key performance metrics against business plans, highlighting key drivers of variances. 

• Build and maintain financial models and sensitivity analyses, including discounted cash flow valuation and IRR analysis. 

• Develop standardized reporting formats and manage information flow between portfolio companies and Brookfield. 

• Prepare clear, concise, executive‑ready presentations for senior management and board audiences. 

• Mentor Scout FP&A finance team and act as a conduit between these teams and internal stakeholders, including Brookfield. 

Requirements

• 5-8 years of progressive work experience in finance, consulting, or a related field. 
• Undergraduate or graduate degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline. 
• Professional designation (CPA, CFA, MBA, or similar) considered an asset. 
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel (financial modeling) and MS PowerPoint (executive presentations). 
• Knowledge of accounting standards (IFRS / US GAAP) is an asset. 
• Experience in power, utilities, infrastructure, or renewable energy is considered an asset. 
• Ability to understand diverse business drivers quickly. 
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with excellent attention to detail. 
• Effective communicator with the ability to influence and build trust with senior stakeholders. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of producing concise, impactful executive materials. 
• Strong business acumen with the ability to connect financial outcomes to operational and strategic drivers. 
• Organized, proactive, and comfortable working independently in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment. 
• Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal and relationship‑building skills. 

Timeline and Location  

We will review resumes for this role on an ongoing basis with a start date as soon as possible.   

Our ideal candidate is located in Boulder, CO or would be willing to relocate to the Boulder area in order to commute to our Boulder office on a 3/2 hybrid schedule.     

Scout’s Values   

• Mission-Orientation. High achievers who want to make a difference in this world and contribute to Scout’s stated mission.   

• Teamwork. Respectful and appreciative colleagues with strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to fostering positive relationships across organizational boundaries to deliver on shared team goals.   

• Safety. Uncompromising advocates for the health and safety of fellow employees, contractors, customers, and community members.   

• Integrity. Ethical professionals who do the right thing even when it is difficult.   

• Initiative. Resourceful self-motivators who thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment because of their exceptional leadership, work ethic, and organizational skills.   

• Intelligence. Problem-solving learners who can make informed decisions quickly and create innovative and pragmatic solutions to challenging problems.   

Invitation to Women and U.S. Underrepresented Groups  

We encourage applications from all demographics and especially those that are traditionally underrepresented in the energy industry. Consistent with our core values, Scout celebrates the diversity of thought and experience that comes from a range of backgrounds including, but not limited to, gender, race, and ethnicity.  

Invitation to Veterans  

Scout welcomes veterans of the United States Armed Forces to apply for this position. Scout includes veterans of all branches and a diverse set of occupational specialties. We value the independent thinking, problem solving, leadership, and teamwork that our veterans have developed through their service. We welcome applications from any service and any military occupational specialty.  

Benefits

Target base salary: $170,000 - $190,000 (Negotiable for the right candidate) 

Attractive bonus potential. 

Scout offers a full range of benefits, including medical/dental/vision insurance with attractive premiums, 401(k) match, STD, LTD, an Employee Assistance Program, and a range of optional supplemental insurance coverage.