Associate Director of Finance & Strategy

Job Description Position: Associate Director of Finance & Strategy Location: New York, NY Reports to: VP of Corporate Development Position Overview We are seeking an Associate Director of Finance & Strategy to own the financial planning, forecasting, and strategic analysis function across the company and its subsidiaries. This is a senior leadership role responsible for building the financial infrastructure that supports enterprise-wide decision‑making, from capital allocation and business unit performance to long‑range planning and investor‑facing strategy. The Associate Director will serve as a key thought partner to the VP of Corporate Development, the CFO and executive team, translating complex operational and market dynamics into actionable financial insights. This individual will lead cross‑functional financial planning processes, drive strategic initiatives, and ensure financial visibility across the business’ growing portfolio of business lines. This role is ideal for a finance leader with direct energy sector experience who has operated in high‑growth, capital‑intensive environments and can bring both analytical rigor and strategic perspective to a fast‑moving advanced energy company. Responsibilities Financial Planning & Enterprise Forecasting Own the company's annual budgeting, long‑range planning, and rolling forecast processes across all business units and subsidiaries. Develop and maintain integrated financial models that reflect the full operating and capital structure of the business. Build and refine scenario and sensitivity analyses to support strategic planning under varying market, regulatory, and capital conditions. Strategic Finance & Corporate Development Partner with senior leadership to evaluate strategic opportunities including partnerships, joint ventures, capital raises, and M&A transactions. Lead end‑to‑end M&A processes including target identification, financial due diligence, valuation, deal structuring, and post‑close integration planning. Develop and stress‑test investment theses for both acquisitive and organic growth opportunities, with a view toward building long‑term enterprise value across the subsidiary portfolio. Develop board‑ and investor‑ready materials that clearly communicate financial strategy, performance, and outlook. Business Unit & Subsidiary Financial Oversight Provide financial oversight and analytical support across the subsidiary operations, ensuring alignment with enterprise‑level goals and capital plans. Work in close coordination with the program team and other business lines to track program economics, cost performance, and milestone‑linked financial targets. Establish reporting frameworks and KPIs that give leadership real‑time visibility into business unit performance. Capital Strategy & Investor Relations Support Support capital planning activities including debt, equity, and project finance structures relevant to a capital‑intensive technology business. Assist in the preparation of materials for investor relations, lender presentations, and government or strategic partnership discussions. Monitor market conditions, peer benchmarking, and sector dynamics to inform capital allocation decisions. Leadership & Cross‑Functional Coordination Lead and develop a small finance and strategy team, setting standards for analytical excellence and output quality. Serve as the primary finance partner to engineering, operations, legal, and business development teams on strategic and financial matters. Drive process improvements and build scalable financial infrastructure appropriate for a company in growth‑stage transition. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Engineering, or a related field. 5–10 years of progressive experience in corporate finance, investment banking, FP&A, or strategic finance, with at least 2–3 years in a senior or leadership capacity. Meaningful experience in the energy sector is required — candidates may have come up through investment banking, consulting, or corporate finance, but must have direct exposure to energy businesses, projects, or transactions (conventional, nuclear, renewables, or infrastructure). Demonstrated experience owning or contributing significantly to enterprise financial planning and forecasting processes. Involvement in M&A processes, whether on the buy‑side, sell‑side, or as an advisor, is strongly preferred at this level. Advanced financial modeling skills; expert‑level proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint. Proven ability to translate financial complexity into clear, executive‑level insights and recommendations. Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence cross‑functional stakeholders. Preferred Qualifications MBA or CFA strongly preferred. Prior experience in nuclear, advanced energy, infrastructure, aerospace, or defense sectors. Familiarity with project finance structures, regulated industries, or government contracting environments. Experience supporting capital raises, M&A processes, or investor relations in a growth‑stage company. Work Location Full‑time, on‑site at the company's New York, New York office. Remote or hybrid arrangements are not available. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. Compensation NY Only: The estimated base salary range for this position is $200,000 to $230,000 at the time of posting. The actual salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. Competitive equity participation and benefits package. #J-18808-Ljbffr Piper Maddox