Operating Finance Manager

Company Overview

Pattern Energy is a leading renewable energy company that develops, constructs, owns, and operates high-quality wind and solar generation, transmission, and energy storage facilities. Our mission is to transition the world to renewable energy through the sustainable development and responsible operation of facilities with respect for the environment, communities, and cultures where we have a presence.

Our approach begins and ends with establishing trust, accountability, and transparency. Our company values of creative spirit, pride of ownership, follow-through, and a team-first attitude drive us to pursue our mission every day. Our culture supports our values by fostering innovative and critical thinking and a deep belief in living up to our promises.

Headquartered in the United States, Pattern has a global portfolio of more than 30 power facilities and transmission assets, serving various customers that provide low-cost clean energy to millions of consumers.

Job Purpose

This position is responsible for managing financial analysis and valuation and providing transaction execution and support for a specific geographic region of Pattern’s operating asset fleet.

Manage development and maintenance of a suite of asset tracking and reporting tools while potentially overseeing analyst/associate resources. Oversee operating asset financial reporting. Oversee certain asset compliance obligations. Develop and deliver internal and external presentations about asset performance and optimization opportunities. Help manage the cross-functional team responsible for strategic evaluation and decision-making for a portfolio of operating assets. On financing and asset restructuring transactions, the Manger will lead or support many aspects of the transactions (due diligence, consultants, internal team coordination, third party relationships, transaction documentation and negotiation).

Key Accountabilities

• Oversight of operating asset financial models
• Oversight of asset financial performance, reporting, compliance
• Cross-functional team management and coordination
• Transaction commercial leadership and financial support to manage: term conversion activities, project re-financings and asset optimizations including PPA renegotiation, re-powers, tax equity buyouts, etc.
• Maintain external financing and partner relationships

Experience/Qualifications/Education Required

• 5 to 8 years relevant work experience, including asset valuation and modelling, project management.
• Exceptional analytical skills and understanding of relevant financial and structuring techniques.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong project management skills.
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment where teamwork and independent work ethic are essential.
• Ability to think strategically about markets and asset value optimization.
• Experienced across a broad spectrum of corporate financial decision making

The expected starting pay range for this role is $120,000.00 - $150,000.00 USD. This range is an estimate and base pay may be above or below the ranges based on several factors including but not limited to location, work experience, certifications, and education. In addition to base pay, Pattern’s compensation program includes a bonus structure for full-time employees of all levels. We also provide a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, voluntary benefits, family care benefits, employee assistance program, paid time off and bonding leave, paid holidays, 401(k)/RRSP retirement savings plan with employer contribution, and employee referral bonuses.

Pattern Energy Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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