Senior Analyst, Project Finance

We are seeking a Senior Analyst to join our Project Finance team and help accelerate the shift to clean energy. This role plays a key part in supporting the valuation, structuring, and execution of project transactions, including project sales, joint ventures, construction financing, back-leverage, and tax equity financing for utility-scale wind, solar, and battery storage projects. The Senior Analyst will work closely with internal teams at every stage of development to help bring projects successfully across the finish line.

The Senior Analyst will be responsible for supporting project valuation, due diligence, and the execution of project transactions and investment decisions for utility-scale wind, solar, and battery storage projects. This individual will also help develop and maintain relationships with a wide range of banks and investors in the renewable energy sector, while staying informed on industry trends, activities, and market dynamics.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in renewable energy finance and demonstrate a clear passion for project finance modeling. The candidate should have extensive experience using Excel and a solid understanding of financial concepts such as the time value of money, internal rate of return, and discounted cash flow analysis. Experience in modeling construction and term debt financing, as well as partnership structures utilizing ITC/PTC tax credits, is required.

The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and maintain a high level of attention to detail. Strong communication skills are essential, with the ability to clearly and concisely convey financial model assumptions and conclusions to support financing decisions and internal management review.

Primary Responsibilities

• Build and maintain financial models for utility-scale wind, solar and battery storage renewable energy projects, incorporating key project documents, market assumptions, financing structures, and incentives.
• Conduct detailed project valuations, scenario analyses, and sensitivities to support investment decisions and financing transactions.
• Support capital raising efforts, including construction debt, back leverage, and tax equity, by preparing financial models, due diligence materials, and investor presentations.
• Assist in structuring project finance transactions, analyzing the impacts of various financial products such as ITC/PTC benefits, grants, depreciation incentives, lease financing, and tax equity partnerships.
• Participate in commercial negotiations by analyzing financial implications of term sheets, contracts, and transaction documents.
• Monitor market trends, regulatory changes, and competitive dynamics affecting project economics and financing strategies.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal stakeholders to update financial models based on evolving project assumptions and development milestones.
• Support post-financing activities, including refinancing, sponsor equity sell down and financial compliance.
• Prepare clear, concise financial analyses and recommendations for senior leadership and investment committees.

To succeed as a Senior Analyst, Project Finance at Apex Clean Energy, you’ll need to excel within the following criteria:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Engineering, or a related field; Master’s degree (MBA or similar) or professional certifications (e.g., CFA, CPA) are a plus.
• 5+ years of experience in project finance, renewable energy development, infrastructure investment, investment banking, private equity, or a related field.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel-based financial modeling, including building complex project finance models.
• Strong understanding of project finance structures, including debt financing, tax equity, sponsor equity, PTC/ITC benefits, and depreciation incentives.
• Familiarity with renewable energy project development stages (land acquisition, permitting, interconnection, construction, and operations).
• Experience working with project agreements such as power purchase agreements (PPAs), interconnection agreements, land leases, and O&M contracts.
• Solid grasp of key financial concepts such as IRR, NPV, DSCR, LLCR, capital structure optimization, and cash flow waterfall mechanics.
• Ability to perform detailed sensitivity analyses and clearly summarize results for decision-making.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain financial assumptions, risks, and conclusions to non-financial stakeholders.
• Highly organized, with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset; able to work effectively across cross-functional teams.
• Familiarity with the U.S. renewable energy market, tax incentives, and regulatory environment.
• Proactive, resourceful, and adaptable in a fast-paced and evolving environment.
• Ability to work in Charlottesville, Virginia. Remote work may be considered for the ideal candidate

At Apex Clean Energy, we believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation and success. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all individuals feel valued and empowered. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply, even if you do not meet every qualification listed in the job description. Your unique experiences and skills could be the perfect fit for our team!

If you are passionate about renewable energy and want to join us in accelerating the shift to clean energy, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application for our team’s review!

Work Environment:

Works primarily traditional office hours in an indoor office environment. Flexible work hours allowed when work duties and business operations permit.

How You’ll Grow

At Apex Clean Energy, our professional development plans focus on helping people at every level of their career to identify and use their strengths to do their best work every day. From entry-level employees to senior leaders, we believe there’s always room to learn. We offer opportunities to help sharpen skills in addition to hands-on experience in the dynamic, fast-paced renewable energy industry. From on-the-job learning experiences to a robust multi-week onboarding experience to formal development programs, our professionals have a variety of opportunities to continue to grow throughout their career.

What Apex Can Offer You

At Apex Clean Energy, we know that great people make a great company. We value our people and offer employees a broad, best-in-class range of benefits.

• A mission-driven, energetic environment that supports and encourages our people to do their best work every day.
• A respect for and celebration of individuality, differences, and uniqueness
• Collaborative and driven professional workforce committed to supporting your ideas and feedback and accelerating your potential
• Ongoing support and guidance such as on-the-job learning, hands-on experience, and mentorship
• Training, strategies, and tools to support your personal and professional growth
• Team atmosphere of diverse professionals committed to making an impact as an organization
• Opportunities to volunteer and give back to our local communities
• Exceptional benefits such as medical and dental; 401(k) with corporate match
• Base and bonus commensurate with experience
• Responsible Paid Time Off plus standard company holidays
• Benefits Offered: comprehensive high-deductible health plans, dental and vision insurance plans, short-term and long-term disability, group life insurance, 401(k) corporate matching, flexible spending arrangements, company paid parking and cell phone, fitness and wellness corporate discounts

At this time, Apex will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

Apex Clean Energy, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.