Financial Planning Analyst

28 days ago
Full time role
Hybrid · Boston, MA, US... more
Description

   

About Longroad Energy

Longroad Energy is a Boston, MA headquartered renewable energy developer focused on the development, ownership, and operation/asset management of wind and solar energy projects throughout North America. Founded in 2016, Longroad owns 3.5 GW of wind and solar projects across the United States in addition to operating and managing a total of 5.5 GW of wind and solar projects on behalf of Longroad and third parties. Our vision is to create lasting value for our shareholders, communities, and employees by responsibly developing, owning and operating renewable energy projects. We have assembled a world-class team with a passion for renewable energy innovation and a commitment to developing renewable projects throughout the US.



  

As a Financial Planning Analyst reporting to the Senior Financial Planning Analyst, you will be a vital team member in supporting the preparation and reporting of our annual operating plan within a dynamic and rapidly growing renewable energy company. Your role will be instrumental in the Longroad Energy monthly reporting process, providing valuable insights and fostering a collaborative environment to drive our financial success. You will be required to come into the Boston office 3x a week.


Responsibilities:

  • Support Annual Operating Plan Development: Assist in crafting and refining the annual operating plan with a focus on collaborative input and clear, actionable analytics to measure and enhance the Company’s performance.
  • Financial Reporting and Analysis: Prepare thoughtful and comprehensive monthly and quarterly financial reports, ensuring clear communication to Longroad Management and external stakeholders. Deliver insights that help inform strategic decisions, presented in a manner that is accessible and supportive.
  • Cash Forecasting Management: Oversee cash forecasting for our wind and solar projects, ensuring accurate and timely updates that support operational efficiency and financial planning.
  • Robust Forecasting Participation: Engage in a detailed forecasting process, identifying key business risks and opportunities with a collaborative approach to enhance forecasting accuracy and reliability.
  • Customer Support: Provide thoughtful financial and business planning, reporting, and analysis to internal and external customers, offering clear and empathetic guidance.
  • Coordination and Reporting: Work closely with Accounting and Treasury teams to meet both internal and external reporting requirements, fostering a cooperative and supportive working relationship.
  • Business Analysis and Financial Modeling: Contribute to business analysis and ad-hoc financial modeling, ensuring that your work is thorough and aligned with team objectives.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • 2 years of experience in financial or business analysis, including preparing and coordinating GAAP and cash budgets, forecasts, and related reports.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other relevant financial tools.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to work effectively across all levels of the organization.
  • Strong quantitative, organizational, and presentation skills.
  • Highly motivated with the ability to work collaboratively as well as independently, driving results with a supportive and proactive approach.
  • Comfortable in a high-growth environment with evolving priorities and competing demands.
  • Willingness to work extended hours as needed, demonstrating dedication and flexibility.


Desired/Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with Financial Reporting Systems such as Hyperion or Sage Enterprise Intelligence 
  • Understanding of renewable energy project economics, particularly wind, solar, and storage, is highly desirable.
  • Characteristics Necessary for Success:
  • Passion for Renewable Energy: Enthusiastic about contributing to the renewable energy industry and its goals.
  • Team-Oriented Attitude: Ability to work effectively within a team, maintaining a positive and supportive attitude.
  • Personal Accountability and Integrity: Demonstrates a strong sense of responsibility and ethical behavior in all aspects of work.
  • Adaptability: Comfort with a fast-paced and rapidly changing work environment, showing resilience and flexibility.


Other

 Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.  The Company does not sponsor applicants for work visas.


Benefits of Working at Longroad Energy We are dedicated to providing our employees with the support and resources they need to stay healthy, secure their future, and be successful in their careers. Benefits at Longroad include the opportunity for merit-based salary increases, incentive plan participation, eligibility for our 401(k) plan and matching, and comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. Our robust time-off policy includes accrual of 18 vacation days in your first year, paid holidays, and paid volunteer time. We offer paid parental leave to help support employees as they transition into parenthood. Learn more about our employee benefits.  
 

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Diversity, equity, and inclusion matter - at Longroad, in our industry, in our communities, and in society at large. We embrace our responsibility to build and promote a diverse, equitable, and inclusive working experience and drive change where we live and operate. We work to actively promote and celebrate diversity, equity, and inclusion. We foster a supportive space that empowers everyone at Longroad to learn about, discuss and ask questions related to embracing and honoring identity. We collaborate with our community, colleagues, and industry in the ongoing pursuit of evolving and growing an inclusive and diverse environment. Learn more about our DEI commitment

Longroad Energy Values At Longroad, we SHINE. We aim to be the most trusted renewable energy company on the long road to a green future. We are an experienced team of problem solvers and promise-keepers who develop sustainable solutions that meet today’s challenges and make a lasting impact on people and our planet. Learn more about our SHINE values.
 

Longroad Energy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (“EOE”). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, citizenship, or any other legally protected status. Longroad Energy prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities and will reasonably accommodate applicants with a disability, upon request, and will also ensure reasonable accommodations are made for disabled employees. Longroad Energy is firmly committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities in all employment practices and personnel actions, including advertising, recruitment, testing, screening, hiring, selection for training, upgrading, transfer, demotion, layoff, discipline, termination, rates of pay, and other forms of compensation. 

   

About Longroad Energy

Longroad Energy is a Boston, MA headquartered renewable energy developer focused on the development, ownership, and operation/asset management of wind and solar energy projects throughout North America. Founded in 2016, Longroad owns 3.5 GW of wind and solar projects across the United States in addition to operating and managing a total of 5.5 GW of wind and solar projects on behalf of Longroad and third parties. Our vision is to create lasting value for our shareholders, communities, and employees by responsibly developing, owning and operating renewable energy projects. We have assembled a world-class team with a passion for renewable energy innovation and a commitment to developing renewable projects throughout the US.



  

As a Financial Planning Analyst reporting to the Senior Financial Planning Analyst, you will be a vital team member in supporting the preparation and reporting of our annual operating plan within a dynamic and rapidly growing renewable energy company. Your role will be instrumental in the Longroad Energy monthly reporting process, providing valuable insights and fostering a collaborative environment to drive our financial success. You will be required to come into the Boston office 3x a week.


Responsibilities:

  • Support Annual Operating Plan Development: Assist in crafting and refining the annual operating plan with a focus on collaborative input and clear, actionable analytics to measure and enhance the Company’s performance.
  • Financial Reporting and Analysis: Prepare thoughtful and comprehensive monthly and quarterly financial reports, ensuring clear communication to Longroad Management and external stakeholders. Deliver insights that help inform strategic decisions, presented in a manner that is accessible and supportive.
  • Cash Forecasting Management: Oversee cash forecasting for our wind and solar projects, ensuring accurate and timely updates that support operational efficiency and financial planning.
  • Robust Forecasting Participation: Engage in a detailed forecasting process, identifying key business risks and opportunities with a collaborative approach to enhance forecasting accuracy and reliability.
  • Customer Support: Provide thoughtful financial and business planning, reporting, and analysis to internal and external customers, offering clear and empathetic guidance.
  • Coordination and Reporting: Work closely with Accounting and Treasury teams to meet both internal and external reporting requirements, fostering a cooperative and supportive working relationship.
  • Business Analysis and Financial Modeling: Contribute to business analysis and ad-hoc financial modeling, ensuring that your work is thorough and aligned with team objectives.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • 2 years of experience in financial or business analysis, including preparing and coordinating GAAP and cash budgets, forecasts, and related reports.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other relevant financial tools.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to work effectively across all levels of the organization.
  • Strong quantitative, organizational, and presentation skills.
  • Highly motivated with the ability to work collaboratively as well as independently, driving results with a supportive and proactive approach.
  • Comfortable in a high-growth environment with evolving priorities and competing demands.
  • Willingness to work extended hours as needed, demonstrating dedication and flexibility.


Desired/Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with Financial Reporting Systems such as Hyperion or Sage Enterprise Intelligence 
  • Understanding of renewable energy project economics, particularly wind, solar, and storage, is highly desirable.
  • Characteristics Necessary for Success:
  • Passion for Renewable Energy: Enthusiastic about contributing to the renewable energy industry and its goals.
  • Team-Oriented Attitude: Ability to work effectively within a team, maintaining a positive and supportive attitude.
  • Personal Accountability and Integrity: Demonstrates a strong sense of responsibility and ethical behavior in all aspects of work.
  • Adaptability: Comfort with a fast-paced and rapidly changing work environment, showing resilience and flexibility.


Other

 Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.  The Company does not sponsor applicants for work visas.


Benefits of Working at Longroad Energy We are dedicated to providing our employees with the support and resources they need to stay healthy, secure their future, and be successful in their careers. Benefits at Longroad include the opportunity for merit-based salary increases, incentive plan participation, eligibility for our 401(k) plan and matching, and comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. Our robust time-off policy includes accrual of 18 vacation days in your first year, paid holidays, and paid volunteer time. We offer paid parental leave to help support employees as they transition into parenthood. Learn more about our employee benefits.  
 

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Diversity, equity, and inclusion matter - at Longroad, in our industry, in our communities, and in society at large. We embrace our responsibility to build and promote a diverse, equitable, and inclusive working experience and drive change where we live and operate. We work to actively promote and celebrate diversity, equity, and inclusion. We foster a supportive space that empowers everyone at Longroad to learn about, discuss and ask questions related to embracing and honoring identity. We collaborate with our community, colleagues, and industry in the ongoing pursuit of evolving and growing an inclusive and diverse environment. Learn more about our DEI commitment

Longroad Energy Values At Longroad, we SHINE. We aim to be the most trusted renewable energy company on the long road to a green future. We are an experienced team of problem solvers and promise-keepers who develop sustainable solutions that meet today’s challenges and make a lasting impact on people and our planet. Learn more about our SHINE values.
 

Longroad Energy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (“EOE”). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, citizenship, or any other legally protected status. Longroad Energy prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities and will reasonably accommodate applicants with a disability, upon request, and will also ensure reasonable accommodations are made for disabled employees. Longroad Energy is firmly committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities in all employment practices and personnel actions, including advertising, recruitment, testing, screening, hiring, selection for training, upgrading, transfer, demotion, layoff, discipline, termination, rates of pay, and other forms of compensation.