Associate, Strategic Finance

Peak Power is a North American cleantech company providing end-to-end battery energy storage solutions for large commercial, industrial, and manufacturing facilitiesoperatingin IESO, ISO-NE, PJM, and NYISO.

Powered by industry-leading peak forecasting and market intelligence, we help large energy users significantly reduce electricity costs, unlock new revenue streams, and achieve sustainability goals.

Through strategic investor partnerships, we remove capital cost barriers with zero-capex energy storage offered through a shared-savings model, aligning with customer success by prioritizing battery performance.

This Associate,Strategic Finance role will report to the VP, Strategic Finance. This high-visibility role requires interfacing with internal teams, our developer, and financing partners (equity and debt). You will be responsible for evaluating prospective development opportunities todeterminewhether they are financiallyfeasiblebased on the type of project and its location (within continental North America). You will also get to work closely with Business Development, Operations, and the Executive Team.

You will prepare financial models and investment analyses for Distributed Energy Resource (“DER”) projects in key North American markets to help underwrite sales, acquisitions,financing and partnership transactions.

• Develop financial models to interpret the full value stack of projects relevant to their specific market.
• Lead due diligence efforts, including technical, financial, and environmental assessments.
• Collaborate with external advisors and consultants (legal, technical, environmental) to evaluate risks and opportunities.

Present models, investment analysis and creative solutions to leadership in a clear and digestible manner with supporting findings to aid in key strategic decisions.

• Create PowerPoint presentations and IRR/investment analysis on project valuations for financing partners, Peak Power leadership and the board of directors

You will work with cross-functional team members to learn about all elements of Distributed Energy Resources (DER) energy sector projects and value stack for key markets in which Peak Power operates.

• Build solid relationships with internal and external clients
• Stay abreast of industry developments, regulatory changes, and advancements in renewable energy technologies.

You are a critical thinker who can seize opportunities to create value for Peak Power’s long-term vision. You will proactively identify opportunities to improve operational performance, efficiency, and scalability and contribute to Peak Power’s electric asset portfolio growth.

• 3+ years of experience preferred within Project Finance, Corporate Developmentor Investment Banking in North America’s renewable energy assets; experience with energy storage projects or distributed energy projects is considered a plus
• Knowledge of wholesale energy markets in the North American ISOs will be considered a plus
• Experience presenting recommendations and summarizing financial analysis to Executive-level management of both internal and external stakeholders;
• An understanding of project finance and development concepts;
• Master’s Degree/CFA/CPA preferred;
• Organized, diligent, and able to track and manage multiple streams of information on an ongoing basis;
• Strong financial modelling and analytical skills.

• Curious and fast learner attributesdemonstratedby proven ability to meet deadlines, problem-solving and attention to detail
• Passion for learning and conducting targeted research and analysis within the renewable energy space

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