Senior Treasury Analyst

We are Lightsource bp – and we’re on a mission to become a global leader in onshore renewables, anchored by our proven track record in solar development. For over a decade we’ve been actively working to diversify the way our world is powered with sustainable and responsible renewable power. We work to safely deliver affordable, reliable, large‑scale onshore renewable and energy storage solutions to help the world decarbonize.

Our growing business is constantly innovating and investing to help drive the energy transition. Our people and projects are focused on supporting long‑term sustainable growth and energy security. Lightsource bp was fully acquired by bp in 2024.

The Senior Treasury Analyst will be responsible for the day‑to‑day operations of Lightsource bp’s US treasury activities, including cash management and trade finance, while working closely with our global Treasury team based in the UK. This highly autonomous role requires strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders across Structuring, Development, Construction, and Operations teams. You will play a crucial role in optimizing treasury processes, ensuring compliance, delivering accurate reporting, and supporting strategic financial decisions for US operations.

• Accurate and timely execution of US treasury payments, funding processes, and cash forecasting.
• Implementation of improved cash pooling structures and streamlined banking relationships.
• Review, negotiation, and execution of trade finance transactions to reduce costs and mitigate risk.
• Ongoing reporting and documentation to inform Americas finance leadership and global treasury teams.

• Manage US treasury payments including inter‑company funding and corporate facility repayments.
• Collaborate with UK Treasury Manager to implement cash pooling structures and improve banking relationships.
• Lead the US monthly funding process, ensuring liquidity requirements and reporting deadlines are met.
• Enhance cash flow forecasting models for improved accuracy.
• Reconcile and monitor US bank accounts daily.
• Support account opening processes for project‑related needs.
• Provide guidance to the wider treasury team on US cash management issues.
• Resolve account queries in a timely, professional manner.

• Review trade finance requests from global project teams.
• Structure transactions to generate efficiencies, optimize credit capacity, and mitigate risk.
• Negotiate terms with banks, insurers, and beneficiaries.
• Complete due diligence and secure internal approvals.
• Coordinate execution and manage trade finance cancellations.

• Contribute to monthly cash update and trade finance forecast reports.
• Prepare reports for the Americas Cash Forum.
• Develop and maintain treasury procedure documents.
• Maintain accurate record keeping and documentation for all transactions.

• Strong understanding of corporate cash management principles and practices.
• Knowledge of liquidity management and counter party risk.
• Familiarity with trade finance processes and instruments.
• Proficiency with MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Power BI.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Ability to organize workload effectively and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail for reconciliations, reporting, and transaction reviews.

• 3‑5 years’ experience in corporate treasury or finance operations.
• Track record of working in cross‑border or global team environments.
• Experience with process improvements in treasury systems or workflows.
• Renewable energy or infrastructure industry background preferred.

• Keen problem solver who can focus on appropriate detail and propose effective solutions.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills with the ability to work across cultures and time zones.
• Positive, can‑do attitude with resilience under pressure.
• Collaborative, team‑oriented approach with a willingness to take on varied…