Commercial Finance Associate; Modelling

About Low Carbon

Low Carbon creates large-scale renewable energy to fight climate change. Were building a renewable energy company that will protect the planet for future generations.

This defining purpose drives us to deliver for our communities investors and the environment.

We are a long-standing certified B-Corporation and recognised as gold standard for our environmental impact. We develop build and operate utility-scale solar onshore wind and battery storage projects across the UK and Europe supporting the worlds move to an energy system powered by renewables.

CVC DIF the infrastructure strategy of leading global private markets manager CVC is the majority shareholder in Low Carbon. Working alongside Mass Mutual CVC DIF will enable Low Carbon to significantly expand its installed capacity and drive the next stage of growth as a diversified leading next-generation IPP.

Role Description

Reporting to the Head of Financial Modelling & Valuation the Modelling & Valuation Associate Commercial Finance is a specialist financial modelling role that will sit within the Commercial Finance team led by the Group Commercial Finance Director.

The role involves maintaining and running various Financial Models across the business to inform critical strategic decision making capital allocation and long-term planning.

The role will also involve supporting the build out of enhanced Financial Modelling capabilities across the business as we grow and adapt to the next stage in Low Carbons growth plan.

This is an excellent opportunity for a specialist modeller looking to build a career in financial modelling and valuation offering structured exposure to valuation long-range planning and Investment Committee support within a dynamic commercial environment. The role is designed to provide a clear development path within the company with mentorship from experienced managers and the opportunity to build a strong understanding of the business.

This is a permanent position but we would also be open to applicants who are looking at temporary / fixed term assignments.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Modelling Valuation & Analysis

• Operate and maintain the Group Corporate Model under the direction of the Head of Financial Modelling & Valuation producing the model scenarios variance analysis and ad-hoc modelling work that support the Groups long-range forecast and business planning process
• Amend existing financial models where necessary across the business
• Provide data-driven insights to decision makers when evaluating potential acquisitions and divestments including sensitivity analysis and scenario planning
• Support the periodic valuation exercises process including preparation of Valuation Committee materials valuation bridges comparables and supporting analytics and support to third-party valuation firms and the external audit as required
• Where required drive analytics on new investment opportunities presenting performance against long-range forecasts to support Investment Committee decision making

Commercial Finance Support

• Support the maintenance and version control of the Common Assumptions Workbook applying assumptions approved through the Valuation Committee process and preparing the change log and supporting analysis for review
• Present data and findings in a clear and concise format suitable for both finance and non-finance stakeholders
• Build strong relationships across the organisation to gather relevant information efficiently promoting effective cooperation across the business and driving to one version of assumptions for long-term and business planning

Process Improvement

• Support in the build out of a key financial modelling initiative for Low Carbon led by the Commercial Finance team as we aim to standardise and harmonise our forecasting approach as well as increase the sophistication of our modelling tools
• Identify opportunities to improve reporting efficiency and data quality
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the finance function

Skills & Experience

• The role would suit someone with 3-5 years in a specialist financial modelling role most likely gained in project finance infrastructure advisory or a financial modelling consultancy with demonstrable experience of building and maintaining best-practice complex infrastructure business models from scratch
• Demonstrable experience of applying a commercial mindset to the work that you have been doing
• Experience of full-cycle model management managing cash waterfalls debt sizing and…