Job Description

THE COMPANY  

Onward Energy is an independent power platform that owns and operates over 4,000 MW of utility-scale wind, solar and natural gas generation projects across the U.S. Our Vision is to reliably power a sustainable future. Our Mission is that as North America’s premier independent power generator, we will deliver renewable and reliable power to our customers, opportunities to our associates, sustainable returns to the families who invest in us, and a better world to the next generation. Based in New York, Denver, and Charlotte, Onward Energy is a company where people and power are always on. We are where renewable meets reliable. See www.onwardenergy.com for more information.

THE CHALLENGE  

Onward Energy is seeking an experienced Associate/Sr. Associate to support the growth objectives of our company, which includes growth through acquisitions, financings, and development of utility scale renewables, gas, and battery storage projects. You will be responsible for developing and maintaining financial models, preparing investment memos, coordinating due diligence amongst a cross functional team, and performing analytical analysis is support of new initiatives. You will have the opportunity to work in small deal teams with exposure across our operating platform.

THE RESPONSIBILITIES  

• Own the preparation and use of Excel based financial models for our utility scale power M&A and development activities.
• Analyze investment opportunities from a quantitative and qualitative perspective including valuation modeling (DCF), financial statement analysis, market/industry research, and competitive analysis.
• Develop internal memos and presentations including deal investment memos for the Company's owners, focusing on investment returns and valuation metrics.
• Present financial results and investment recommendations to senior management and our owners.
• Coordinate and assist in the due diligence process, from screening through closing, ensuring that information provided during a sale process is accurately reflected in the financial model.
• Assist with raising debt and tax equity for acquisition targets, including creating lender models, ratings agency presentations, and coordinating lender due diligence.
• Support the M&A team sourcing efforts; maintaining our M&A opportunity pipeline.
• Work closely with peers at sell-side and buy-side investment banking advisors on M&A processes.
• Provide analytical and modeling capabilities to companywide initiatives including sales, recontractings, redevelopment and other portfolio projects.
• Other duties as assigned.

THE PROFILE TO SUCCEED

Bachelor’s Degree in finance, business, economics, or related field. Applicable years of experience may substitute for degree.

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in investment banking, project finance, or asset management in power and utilities.
• Excellent financial modeling skills; and exceptional analytical capabilities.
• Self-starter with a strong work ethic.
• Strong verbal/written communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work under strict deadlines; ability to work on multiple projects concurrently.
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a cross-functional team.

THE PHYSICAL DEMANDS

MUST BE ABLE TO ACCOMPLISH PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS WITH OR WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION. 

• Ability to stand, walk, talk, hear, and close and distance vision capability.
• Ability to sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, and/or crouch.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Ability to travel up to 10%.

THE TEAM  

The Onward Energy team is comprised of industry professionals who embrace collaboration, dedication, and hard work while also being down to earth. At Onward Energy, we seek to find solutions rather than assign blame.  

THE WORK ENVIRONMENT  

The position functions in a smoke and vaping free professional office environment. The role routinely utilizes standard office equipment such as laptop computer, phone, and scanner/photocopier.

THE TOTAL REWARDS  

Onward Energy total rewards philosophy is motivated by a key tenet of People First and offers associates a comprehensive total rewards package which includes market competitive compensation, health, life insurance, and retirement savings benefits.

 EEO STATEMENT:

Onward Energy is an Affirmative Action Employer, Females/Minority/Veterans/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

If you require an accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a disability to HR@onwardenergy.com.