Finance Manager

Finance ManagerHeelstone Renewable Energy is a utility-scale solar, wind, and storage developer headquartered in Durham, NC, with expertise in developing, originating, financing, constructing, and operating solar photovoltaic, wind, and storage projects. Heelstone's strategy includes greenfield development, co-development, and acquisitions of later-stage projects. Heelstone has developed and achieved commercial operation on over 80 solar projects with an aggregate generating capacity of approximately 1.2 GW. Heelstone has partnered with Qualitas Energy to fund its development platform as it continues to grow into a world-class Independent Power Producer.The Finance Manager will play a pivotal role in supporting the company's investment team, including project finance, M&A, corporate finance, and strategic portfolio decision-making. The role involves managing diverse transaction-focused finance workstreams, interfacing with external counterparties, and working collaboratively with cross-functional teams to achieve organizational goals. Reporting to the SVP, Investments, the Finance Manager will interface with the Construction, Development, Legal, FP&A, and Accounting teams to deliver high-quality financial analysis and insights. This is either a full-time hybrid position located in Durham, NC or a remote position with monthly travel to the home office in Durham – in-person is preferred.ResponsibilitiesManage project debt and tax equity capital raise processes including investor RFPs, term sheet negotiations, investor Q&A, third-party advisor report creation, and other legal documentationManage corporate financing processes including transactions to raise new capital and workstreams to manage existing corporate facilitiesScreen and conduct financial analysis of project acquisition opportunities, assist in structuring and pricing acquisitions, and manage due diligence and closing processesManage, review, and maintain complex financial models utilizing diverse capital structuresPrepare financial analyses and board presentations to provide detailed overviews of projects and support strategic development decisionsCollaborate with the construction and development teams to ensure financial models reflect accurate assumptionsProvide direction to team of analysts, including guidance on financial modeling and other workstreams where their support is being providedExecute ad-hoc research and analytical tasks to evaluate new technologies, markets, and financing structuresSkills and Personal QualitiesProficient in MS Office including Excel, PowerPoint, and WordExperienced in building and improving financial modelsExceptional analytical capabilities and attention to detailAbility to evaluate risk exposureSelf-starter that operates well in an entrepreneurial and collaborative environmentStrong sense of accountability, taking ownership over projects and responsibilities and resolving issues proactivelyAbility to work concurrently on a variety of projects, prioritize efforts, and work effectively under pressureExcellent oral and written communication and presentation skillsStrong organization and management skillsEducation/Professional ExperienceDemonstrated record of execution at a utility-scale developer, investment bank, or similar transaction-focused finance position4-year degree required4-6 years of experience in finance, of which some were focused on renewable energy or power marketsFamiliarity with financing tools, including debt (construction, term, revolving facilities) and tax credit monetization (tax equity, tax credit transfer)Experience in the renewable energy industry, including an understanding of project development, financing, and regulatory frameworksUnderstanding of "solar economics" and financial modelingTotal Rewards PackageCompetitive Base SalaryGenerous Bonus Program401(K) company match with immediate vestingComprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision BenefitsCompany-sponsored HRA, employee-funded FSA, and DCA availableEAP BenefitsCompany paid Long and Short-Term Disability, Life, and AD&D InsuranceCell Phone Reimbursement PlanFlexible Paid Time Off and allotted Sick Time12 Paid HolidaysIn addition to the compensation package, we also boast robust perks which include:Provided Setup of at-home TechCompany-paid downtown Durham Parking next to the Durham Bulls StadiumFree access to our building's state-of-the-art gymFully stocked kitchen with snacks and drinksDiscount program for popular locations and servicesAmazing rooftop views of Downtown DurhamA note to recruiters:The Heelstone team does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters, staffing firms, or related agencies. The Human Resources team coordinates all recruiting and hiring at our company. We do not accept resumes from third-party recruiters unless authorized by the Human Resources team and if a signed agreement is in place.