Do you have experience in renewable energy project finance, a strong modeling background and have a desire to work for a people-first organization that is rapidly growing? Do you possess exceptional organizational, communication, and analytical skills? Do you have a passion for bringing clean energy to the grid? And do you believe that accountability, collaboration and having fun ought to be key elements of your job? If you answer yes, read further & consider applying for our Capital Markets Associate role. What you will do: The Associate will work alongside the Capital Markets team members. Specific duties will include: · Support the execution and structuring of financing transactions, including construction and term debt, tax equity, corporate facilities, minority equity sales and interest rate management. · Develop and maintain comprehensive financial models for renewable energy projects, including underwriting analysis and returns sensitivities. · Manage financial due diligence processes from initial discussions to closing, working closely with consultants, internal and external counsel, technical, and development teams. · Review project documentation used to support consultant reports and due diligence responses. · Coordinate deliverables and reporting across cross-functional teams in support of financial close. · Communicate professionally with diverse internal and external stakeholders, including C-level executives, financing institutions, and investors. · Support the coordination of amendments, consents and other requests on executed financing agreements. · Work collaboratively across the business to provide financing guidance and support, including potential project acquisitions and offtake pricing with Commercial teams. What we look for: · Knowledge of renewable energy development · Experience in project finance and tax equity transactions. · Passion for renewables and a keen interest in being a part of the climate change solution. · Proven transaction experience in the energy, infrastructure or real estate sectors, preferably at a developer, operating company, private equity, management consulting, or banking · Strong financial modeling skills and ability to gather, organize, and draw conclusions from data · Excellent organizational and project management skills · Exceptional verbal and written communication skills · Ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, manage multiple deadlines, and identify critical items. Minimum Qualifications: · 2-4+ years of experience with a focus on project finance · 1+ years of Renewable Energy experience · Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, or related field; MBA or CFA is a plus · Strong understanding of renewable energy markets, solar energy technologies, and project finance principles · Proficiency and proven experience with Microsoft Office, including advanced proficiency in PowerPoint & Excel. · Ability to work from Copia office hub (Washington, D.C.; Salt Lake City, UT; Lake Oswego, OR; or Dana Point, CA) minimum of 3 days a week. · Ability to travel up to 25%
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\nOur Benefits: We work hard to embrace diversity and inclusion and encourage everyone at Copia to bring their authentic selves to work every day. We offer flexible work hours and generous benefits to all of our employees that include: - Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage (with no premiums) - 401(k) plan - Annual bonus eligibility - Flexible work hours - Unlimited Paid Time Off - Wellness Credit - Life and LD&D Insurance - Employee Resource Groups - Professional Development Opportunities About Copia: Copia Power ("Copia"), is a wholly owned portfolio company of the global investment firm, The Carlyle Group. Copia's platform is focused on developing, owning, and operating utility-scale sustainable infrastructure in the United States.?We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. For more information, visit www.copiapower.com. At Copia, we value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer by choice. We consider all qualified applicants equally for employment & do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.