Job Title: Vice President of Capital Markets
Location: Ashbury Park, New Jersey
Summary: The client is a leading developer, installer and operator of community solar and commercial solar energy systems based in New Jersey. With 100 MW operational by mid 2023, we are the market leader in NJ community solar and were named top solar developer in NJ and 12th largest in the country.
We are looking for a Vice President of Capital Markets that will be primarily responsible for originating and structuring financing for the clients solar projects and also responsible for other capital requirements of the company. The successful candidate will lead project finance structuring, negotiations, and execution, as well as oversee project finance modeling to evaluate, price, and advance solar development projects. He or she will act as a manager to banks and investors. This position will report directly to the CFO.
Responsibilities:
* Lead, initiate, structure, negotiate and close project financings, including construction term debt and tax equity
* Develop and maintain strong relationships with financing parties, including tax equity investors, lenders
* Manage due diligence processes
* Be responsible for the integrity of project finance modeling in support of investment committee decision making
* Promote a culture of innovation by continuously challenging to pursue process improvement initiatives, automation enhancements and idea generation
* Promote knowledge transfer and training with respect to tax equity outlook, financial market considerations, and project finance strategies
* Provide leadership and direction and foster development of employees and teams
* Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics, preferably with an MBA or CPA
* At least 6 years experience in progressively responsible financial leadership roles in the renewable energy industry
* Proven track record of leading successful transactions under tight deadlines
* Self-motivated with proven ability to take ownership, initiative, and accountability
* Excellent verbal/written communication skills with ability to communicate and manage well at all levels of the organization
* Strong relationship management and negotiating skills
* Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
* Expertise in financial modeling
* Demonstrated qualities of integrity and credibility
* Strong problem solving and creative skills