Manager, Corporate Finance

Fervo has developed groundbreaking technology solutions that have advanced the state-of-the-art of geothermal energy decades ahead of schedule, including the world's most successful commercial enhanced geothermal system completed in 2023. Fervo has raised over $2 billion from leading investors and has secured a multi-billion-dollar project pipeline to meet the world's growing need for 24/7 carbon-free energy. Join us and work alongside world-class engineers, researchers, investors, and developers in making geothermal a key pillar of our climate-friendly energy future. The Corporate Finance Manager will report to the Senior Manager, Corporate Finance and work with executive leadership to tackle a broad array of financial analyses crucial to a rapidly scaling renewable energy development company. The role will focus heavily on the build-out of detailed financial analysis and forecasts and own corporate and pipeline forecasting, KPIs/dashboards, and budgeting processes to support Fervo as we move quickly through development milestones and strategically deploy capital to build first-of-their-kind geothermal projects. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to define and solve complex financial problems by leveraging intuitive financial analysis. The ability to effectively educate decision-makers on detailed forecasts & budgets through concise written and verbal communication will be of critical importance. Projects will be wide-ranging, multi-faceted, and exciting. We are in search of a finance “athlete” – a person with an open mind and zeal for tackling challenges in new and innovative ways. This is a unique opportunity to join one of the most exciting companies in the clean energy industry and play a key role that shapes the finance function and increases its sophistication. Full-time Requirements Responsibilities Financial Planning & Forecasting Build out of project pipeline budgets, forecasts, and models to assist the Company and its leaders in making sound financial decisions in support of key strategic initiatives Consolidate forecasts across multiple project scopes and development stages, translating pipeline-level detail into quantified progress against corporate growth targets Perform variance analysis on pipeline and corporate forecasts, identifying areas of current and projected over-spend Work heavily with cross-functional teams to support the preparation and communication of pipeline and corporate budgets and forecasts Evaluation of the financial impact of changes in project scope, including additional work or alterations Identify capital needs for pipeline projects across key development stages - resource appraisal, offtake execution, and equipment procurement - to inform capital deployment decisions Business Partnership Partner with development, interconnection, origination, and permitting teams to develop pipeline forecasts Identify financial risk and gaps within pipeline development projects, escalating findings to relevant teams and leadership Reporting & Insights Assist with building + presenting clear financial information & KPIs for Fervo’s monthly executive financial review presentations Leverage BI and AI tools to improve data visibility and automate reporting, enabling faster and more accurate access to financial and operational insights Strategic & Ad Hoc Analysis Perform ad-hoc financial analysis and package insights into clear and concise presentations Support long-range planning and scenario analysis to inform capital allocation decisions across the pipeline portfolio Conduct analysis of corporate financial statements to evaluate performance drivers and support strategic financial decisions Public Company Reporting and Support Support preparation of quarterly and annual earnings materials, board decks, and audit committee materials Help develop, track, and report performance against externally communicated financial guidance Qualifications Bachelor's Degree required. Degree in finance, accounting, economics, or related field preferred 4+ years of relevant experience in FP&A, corporate finance, transaction advisory services, Big 4 audit, or other relevant finance/accounting roles. CPA designation a plus Demonstrated budgeting and forecasting capabilities with the ability to develop analytical models, tools, and reports The ability to organize, manipulate, and visualize large data sets in an efficient manner Financial Acumen: Proficiency in financial principles, budgeting, and accounting practices is essential for effective financial reporting The ability to analyze & interpret financial data and forecast is crucial. A keen eye for detail will help identify discrepancies and potential cost savings areas. Skilled in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint. Experience using data visualization and FP&A tools a plus Self-starter attitude, willingness to plan, pivot, and execute with little oversight Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, strong organizational skills #J-18808-Ljbffr Stanford Climate Ventures