Santa Monica, California, USA
3 days ago
Sr Analyst/Associate - Project Finance (Power & Renewables) Hybrid
Overview This is a hybrid role, with the expectation that time working will regularly take place inside and outside of a company office. First Citizens Energy Finance leverages its deep industry knowledge and expertise to offer comprehensive financing solutions for renewable and conventional power generation. The unit manages a large, diverse portfolio that includes investments in all asset classes across the energy sector. In H1 2023, it was ranked #4 in US Power and Energy Project Finance by Power Finance & Risk, a top publication covering the energy project finance industry. Responsibilities Analyze detailed financial models prepared by clients to evaluate lending opportunities Prepare debt sizing models and sensitivities Conduct due diligence and prepare Q&A logs for potential lending opportunities Review consultant reports from independent engineers, insurance consultants, appraisal, and power market consultants Prepare internal credit memos Prepare marketing materials for potential clients and lenders Stay up to date with industry trends and power markets Train junior team members on modeling and other job responsibilities Qualifications Sr Analyst Required Experience A Bachelor’s Degree and 1 year of Commercial Lending or Credit Analysis, financial statement spreading, preparation of projections, and trailing twelve month analysis or a High School Diploma or GED and 5 years of Commercial Lending or Credit Analysis, financial statement spreading, preparation of projections, and trailing twelve month analysis. Preferred Experience Bachelor’s degree preferably in a quantitative field 1 year of experience in project finance at a bank, renewable energy company, consulting firm, or renewables focused private equity or private credit fund Formal credit training Strong analytical and quantitative skills Strong financial modeling skills Strong written and oral communication skills Knowledge of tax equity and debt structures used in the renewable space Strong attention to detail and very organized Strong time management skills Self-starter and naturally inquisitive Takes pride in work product Team-player Associate Required Experience A Bachelor’s Degree and 2 years of Commercial Lending or Credit Analysis, financial statement spreading, preparation of projections, and trailing twelve month analysis or a High School Diploma or GED and 6 years of Commercial Lending or Credit Analysis, financial statement spreading, preparation of projections, and trailing twelve month analysis. Preferred Experience Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in a quantitative field 2 years of experience in project finance at a bank, renewable energy company, consulting firm, or renewables focused private equity or private credit fund Strong analytical and quantitative skills Outstanding financial modeling skills Strong written and oral communication skills, including comfort interacting with clients and consultants Knowledge of tax equity and debt structures used in the renewable space Strong attention to detail and very organized Strong time management skills Self-starter and naturally inquisitive Takes pride in work product Team-player The base pay for the Sr Analyst position is generally between $95,000 and $110,000. The base pay for the Associate position is generally between $110,000 and $135,000. Actual starting base pay will be determined based on skills, experience, location, and other non-discriminatory factors permitted by law. For some roles, total compensation may also include variable incentives, bonuses, benefits, and/or other awards as outlined in the offer of employment. First Citizens benefits programs are designed to meet our associates where they are in life. Full-time associates (20+ hours) are offered a comprehensive benefits program, with customized offerings, including those designed to support families, however defined. More information regarding our benefits offerings can be found here: https://jobs.firstcitizens.com/benefits
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