Are you passionate about renewable energy and eager to have a meaningful impact through your career? SunVest Solar, LLC (“SunVest”) is a rapidly growing, renewable energy platform, headquartered in Chicago with assets across the country. We are expanding our team and seeking a Chief Financial Officer to play a pivotal role in supporting the finance and accounting needs of our growing portfolio of renewable energy projects. As a leader in solar development with a robust project pipeline, SunVest offers an exciting opportunity for individuals looking to thrive in the dynamic world of renewable energy.
About SunVest:
SunVest’s mission is to cultivate access to renewable energy for America. We are a rapidly growing leader in renewable energy with expertise across the energy transition value chain, including development, construction, financing, and operations. SunVest is advancing an industry-leading pipeline of nearly 2 gigawatts of development projects, with a growing portfolio of assets under management expected to reach 300 megawatts in 2025. SunVest is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, in the dynamic West Loop neighborhood. For more information, visit www.sunvest.com.
Position Overview:
The Finance and Accounting team at SunVest Solar, LLC is at the forefront of managing the company’s financial health and strategic investment decisions. This dynamic team is responsible for a range of critical functions including project finance, financial planning and analysis, accounting, internal controls, and financial reporting.
As the Chief Financial Officer based in our Chicago HQ, you will report directly to the Chief Executive Officer and work closely with other team members to proactively and positively provide strategic and tactical contributions to achieve the Company’s overall business and financial objectives, including quarterly, annual and 3-year objectives and priorities for SunVest. Your expertise in finance and accounting will be pivotal to SunVest’s ongoing success, contributing to our sustainable growth strategy and the development of strategic plans for managing and improving renewable energy generation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Financial Planning & Reporting: Lead the annual and quarterly financial planning process to support the business and establish reasonable targets. Proactively drive reporting to ensure the business units have the financial information to support their operating targets.
- Systems & Processes: Lead, manage, and maintain financial and accounting policies/protocols, processes, internal controls, and procedures to ensure accurate reporting and the overall financial viability of the Company. Lead internal and external implementation teams to maintain a robust system for financial management, including detailed revenue and expense accounts.
- Financial Tools: Establish appropriate tools and ensure continuous management and accuracy of such tools to allow for monthly forecasting and operational metric reporting and analysis of Company performance. This includes coordinating close activities, efficiently reporting corporate performance, identifying risks, opportunities, and contingency plans, and communicating results to the senior management team, the Board, senior lenders and shareholders.
- Project Finance: Proactively manage project financing relationships and anticipate changing economic, regulatory, and/or legislative conditions that may impact the Company’s ability to meet its financing needs and debt obligations; make necessary amendments if and when necessary. Recommend and implement financing strategies at the project and portfolio level to optimize returns.
- Culture & Team: Manage performance, career planning, and succession planning for the finance and accounting departments. Provide ongoing coaching and leadership to these individuals.
Qualifications:
- Advanced degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; CPA or CFA preferred.
- Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible financial leadership roles, preferably in the renewable energy sector or a related industry.
- Demonstrated experience in financial planning and analysis, accounting principles, and project finance.
- Proven track record in managing financial systems and processes, with a strong understanding of financial regulations and reporting requirements.
- Exceptional leadership skills with experience in managing and developing high-performing teams.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on strategic planning and business growth.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working effectively with the executive team, board members, investors, and external partners.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while managing multiple priorities.
- A commitment to promoting sustainable business practices and a passion for renewable energy.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Full-time position with competitive base salary commensurate with experience, bonus opportunities, 401(k) employer match, health/vision/dental benefits
- Equity participation in the company, aligning your success with the success of the business
- Paid time off including company holidays
- Great opportunity to work with a well-respected fast-growing company in an exciting industry
SunVest is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Join SunVest in leading the charge to cultivate access to renewable energy for America!
Notice to Recruiters and Agencies: We do not accept unsolicited agency resumes and we are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. We request that recruiters and agencies refrain from contacting us regarding this or any other role within the company. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.