What are the responsibilities and job description for the Renewable Energy Analyst position at Advantage Capital?
Description
We believe that capital has the ability to transform communities for the better.
As an impact investor, Advantage’s mission is to bring businesses, resources and jobs to communities that have historically lacked access to investment capital, while also generating competitive returns for our investors, proving that conscious capitalism is possible. Since 1992, Advantage Capital has invested more than $3.8 billion in over 900 companies and projects, spanning a diverse array of industry sectors. We’ve built a sterling track record of public-private partnerships with state and federal governments and private institutional investors, directly creating tens of thousands of jobs, thousands of units of housing, and millions of kwh of clean, renewable energy in underserved communities and industries.
Let us invest in a better future together.
Our Culture
Our people love what we do. We fundamentally believe that capital can change lives and we go to great lengths to give our firm the opportunity to reach the hardest hit communities in the U.S. with much needed investment. For anyone considering joining our entrepreneurial high-performing firm, know that we value: a growth mindset (never fixed), a fast but enduring work pace (rarely slow), the ability to work autonomously (no micromanaging), getting things done (talk is cheap), an all-hands-on-deck culture (a true team), a love of hard-to-solve problems (that others won’t attempt), and the character to do the right thing (always).
Role Overview
Advantage Capital is seeking an Analyst to assist with financial analysis and forecasting. Other duties include:
- Location: Preference is NYC but also open to position sitting in our St. Louis or New Orleans office. NO REMOTE WORK
We believe that capital has the ability to transform communities for the better.
As an impact investor, Advantage’s mission is to bring businesses, resources and jobs to communities that have historically lacked access to investment capital, while also generating competitive returns for our investors, proving that conscious capitalism is possible. Since 1992, Advantage Capital has invested more than $3.8 billion in over 900 companies and projects, spanning a diverse array of industry sectors. We’ve built a sterling track record of public-private partnerships with state and federal governments and private institutional investors, directly creating tens of thousands of jobs, thousands of units of housing, and millions of kwh of clean, renewable energy in underserved communities and industries.
Let us invest in a better future together.
Our Culture
Our people love what we do. We fundamentally believe that capital can change lives and we go to great lengths to give our firm the opportunity to reach the hardest hit communities in the U.S. with much needed investment. For anyone considering joining our entrepreneurial high-performing firm, know that we value: a growth mindset (never fixed), a fast but enduring work pace (rarely slow), the ability to work autonomously (no micromanaging), getting things done (talk is cheap), an all-hands-on-deck culture (a true team), a love of hard-to-solve problems (that others won’t attempt), and the character to do the right thing (always).
Role Overview
Advantage Capital is seeking an Analyst to assist with financial analysis and forecasting. Other duties include:
- Evaluate potential equity investments in various energy asset classes & supply chains, which provide a measurable impact alongside financial return.
- Meet with management and conduct on-site due diligence as part of the investment process. This entails travel across the United States a few days per month.
- Support the due diligence process, underwriting, and closing of various types of transactions including partnership flips, lease pass-throughs, hybrid transfer flips, transferable credits, and other tax advantaged financial instruments.
- Support deal teams during the due diligence process, underwriting, and closing of various types of transactions including partnership flips, lease pass-throughs, hybrid transfer flips, transferable credits, and other tax advantaged financial instruments.
- Prepare financial models and help craft and pitch investment presentations for internal committee approval
- Conduct portfolio-company monitoring and value-added activities (i.e. quarterly reviews, funding support)
- Represent Advantage Capital in front of institutional investors and counterparties.
- Learn the program structures relevant to energy tax credits and other state and federal economic development programs.
- Work with legislative and compliance team to capture investment impact and job data.
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or related field
- 1 years of relevant work experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word)
- Financial analysis and modeling experience
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills
- Intellectual curiosity and flexibility
- Competitive medical, dental and vision insurance
- Firm-wide retreats
- Service awards
- Company swag
- Holiday parties
- Gym membership
- Employee assistance program
- 401(k) with company match
- Employee stock program
- Training & development opportunities
- Paid personal & vacation time
- Paid parental leave
- Community service opportunities
- Paid parking
- Life insurance, disability, and long-term care
- HRA and HSA with annual company deposit