Financial Analyst, Accounting

POSITION TITLE: Sr. FP&A Analyst

WHO WE ARE

Heelstone Renewable Energy is a utility-scale solar, wind, and storage developer headquartered in Durham, NC, with expertise in developing, originating, financing, constructing, and operating solar photovoltaic, wind, and storage projects. Heelstone’s strategy includes greenfield development, co-development, and acquisitions of later-stage projects. Heelstone has developed and achieved commercial operation on over 80 solar projects with an aggregate generating capacity of approximately 1.2 GW. Heelstone has partnered with Qualitas Energy to fund its development platform as it continues to grow into a world-class Independent Power Producer. For more information, please visit .

POSITION SUMMARY

Heelstone is seeking a Financial Analyst that will be responsible for leading monthly management reporting, providing financial modeling and analytical support for short and long-range business plans, and execution support for corporate financial planning and forecasting. This role will sit at the intersection of project finance, asset management, operations, development, EPC, and accounting, translating complex business and project economics into useful analyses for decision-makers. This is a full-time position located in Durham, North Carolina.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Analyze financial results to budget and forecast and recommend future actions.
• Oversee liquidity planning for the company.
• Advancing financial forecasts to be predictive of a project’s performance.
• Lead the monthly and annual planning process, including annual multi-year strategic plan.
• Provide input for monthly, quarterly, and annual compliance packages for investors and lenders, including project-level financial statements, debt compliance metrics, and cash distribution forecasts.
• Facilitate cross-functional communication before, during, and after monthly planning process while monitoring necessary execution of action plans.
• Serve as a technical liaison to accounting, management, and other staff by providing financial planning experience, financial information and modeling, activity analysis and variance analysis.
• Work collaboratively with Project Finance, Operations and Construction project leaders to forecast future demand, revenue, costs and drive improved business results.
• Build and maintain a direct link between FP&A and Accounting to facilitate accurate and timely reporting.
• Establish processes to ensure compliance with legal documents, agreements, policies, and internal controls.
• Prepare and review materials/presentations for executive leaders and the Board.
• Prepare ad hoc reporting and analysis under tight deadlines.
• Other duties as assigned.
  

SKILLS AND PERSONAL QUALITIES

• Highly proficient in MS Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Exceptional analytical capabilities and attention to detail
• Self-starter who operates well in an entrepreneurial and collaborative environment.
• Strong sense of accountability, taking ownership over projects and responsibilities and resolving issues proactively.
• Ability to work concurrently on a variety of projects, prioritize efforts, and work effectively under pressure.Strong organization and management skills
  
• Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills
• Strong organization and management skills

EDUCATION/PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business. Master’s degree preferred.
• 1-3 years of work experience as a financial analyst or FP&A – prior experience in renewables is a plus
• Advanced Excel training is a plus

Total Rewards Package

We have an office-based schedule of 4 days in the office (M-Th) and one work-from-home day. Our attractive compensation package offers:

• Competitive Base Salary
• Generous Bonus Program
• 401(K) company match with immediate vesting
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Company-sponsored HRA, employee-funded FSA, and DCA available
• EAP Benefits
• Company paid Long and Short-Term Disability, Life, and AD&D Insurance
• Cell Phone Reimbursement Plan
• Flexible Paid Time Off and allotted Sick Time
• 12 Paid Holidays

In addition to the compensation package, we also boast robust perks which include:

• Provided Setup of at-home Tech
• Company-paid downtown Durham Parking next to the Durham Bulls Stadium
• Free access to our building’s state-of-the-art gym
• Fully stocked kitchen with snacks and drinks
• Discount program for popular locations and services
• Amazing rooftop views of Downtown Durham

A note to recruiters:

The Heelstone team does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters, staffing firms, or related agencies. The Human Resources team coordinates all recruiting and hiring at our company. We do not accept resumes from third-party recruiters unless authorized by the Human Resources team and if a signed agreement is in place.