Credit Associate - Renewable Energy Finance

Credit Associate / Renewable Energy Finance

Sunstone Credit (“Sunstone”) is on a mission to democratize access to renewable energy. We are building a revolutionary finance platform for businesses, schools, and non-profits to generate clean energy to power their businesses.  Founded in 2021, Sunstone is a well-capitalized start up, led by industry veterans who have a proven track record in the climate tech space. Sunstone is looking for individuals who are passionate about our mission, energized by a fast-paced start up environment, and committed to building a transformational company. We are a team of talented professionals who are committed to solving one of the greatest challenges our society faces today.

About You

• You are a smart, accomplished, hard-working professional who is passionate about having an impact and building an innovative business
• You are analytically minded and detail oriented
• You have excellent written and interpersonal communication skills and enjoy working in a collaborative team environment  
• You have a track record of success with 2-5 years of experience in consulting, investment banking, accounting, finance, or other related fields
• Renewable energy experience is not required

The Role

As a credit associate you will be responsible for evaluating renewable energy finance opportunities for commercial borrowers. The analysis will include a quantitative and qualitative assessment of the borrower as well as the renewable energy benefits of the solar system. Your evaluation will be detailed oriented, evidence based, and well documented.  As a credit associate you will need excellent written, interpersonal, and excel based analytical skills.  You will work very closely with our customers who are both the owners and installers of solar projects.  As part of a startup, you will not work in a silo. You will go above and beyond your job description to help us meet our goals and you will have the opportunity to improve our processes, develop our standards, and collaborate on the development of our tech platform.   

Why Sunstone

At Sunstone you will be part of a growing pioneer in climate tech and your work will have a positive impact on our world. You will be part of building a transformational business and work in a vibrant and fast paced start up culture. We operate in a hybrid work environment with regular in-person interaction in our brand-new office in the Flatiron District in Manhattan. All Sunstone employees earn equity in the company in the form of stock options. We offer competitive pay as well as excellent benefits, including medical, dental and vision coverage.