FP&A Analyst

The Role

We are looking for a highly skilled FP&A Analyst to support the company’s CFO with financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and financial and operational performance analysis. This highly visible and strategic role will be exposed to all finance-related aspects of the business as we build the FP&A function out. It will be crucial in providing insights that shape decision-making and improve financial performance as we continue to grow.

This role will report to our CFO and is a hybrid role based in Ridgewood, NJ.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Lead the monthly reporting process by analyzing the financial and operational performance and providing detailed explanations for current year variances vs previous year and vs budget
• Monitor and control the operating expenses (OpEx) by producing monthly reports and providing explanations for variances vs budget
• Participate in developing and implementing process improvements related to financial reporting
• Support the budgeting, forecasting, and business planning processes as needed
• Control the capex deployment of the company, produce monthly reports, and interact with the Business Development and Execution teams as needed
• Control the cash forecast of the company, gathering inputs from different departments of the company, assuring all assumptions are up to date
• Prepare presentations for Board meetings and the Executive Leadership Team
• Support the CFO with ad hoc requests and analysis
• Additional duties as required

The Ideal Candidate

• 1-3+ years of experience in FP&A, Corporate Finance, or Accounting areas, preferably at a renewable energy company
• Strong analytical skillset, including utilizing Power BI and reporting tools with proficiency in financial modeling and Excel (pivot tables, XLOOKUPs, Index/Match). Experience in NetSuite is a plus
• Hands-on problem solver with exceptional analytical skills, able to think and act strategically
• High level of accuracy, efficiency, and accountability, keen to take ownership
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working with senior stakeholders across the business in a cross-functional team environment
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently, managing time effectively to meet objectives
• Experienced in presenting extensive data and reporting to Executive teams
• Energy industry experience or experience with power purchase agreements and energy service agreements financial structures is a plus
• A bachelor’s degree in finance or a related area is required, and an MBA is highly preferred.

This is a great opportunity to have a long-term impact on a fast-paced, private equity backed growth business. Some of the core virtues embraced by Scales’ employees include:

·       Do the Right Thing

·       Act Like an Owner

·       Hustle

·       Demand Results

·       Go Together

·       Evolve or Disappear

We offer a competitive compensation package and a comprehensive benefits program including medical benefits, paid vacation and holidays, and 401K matching.

About Scale Microgrids

Scale Microgrids (“Scale”) is a fully integrated distributed energy platform focused on designing, implementing and financing innovative distributed clean energy solutions. Through its leading technical expertise and access to scale capital, Scale helps its customers transition to a decentralized energy future by providing and financing sustainable, cost-effective, and resilient power solutions. Scale has its own proprietary microgrid solution which provides customers with cheaper, cleaner and more reliable power, and also partners with third party developers to acquire and/or finance a broader range of distributed energy assets. 

Scale is backed by EQT, a firm with ~$250B in assets, bringing a depth of experience, resources, and capital that will enable Scale to continue pursuing our vision of powering the world with distributed energy. The investment enables Scale to own and operate billions of dollars in distributed generation assets.  To learn more about Scale Microgrids, please visit https://www.scalemicrogrids.com.

About EQT

EQT is a leading purpose-driven global investment organization with EUR 246 billion in total assets under management, divided into two business segments: Private Capital and Real Assets. EQT owns portfolio companies and assets in Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Americas and supports them in achieving sustainable growth, operational excellence, and market leadership.

To learn more about EQT, please visit https://eqtgroup.com.

Scale strives to attract and retain a workforce that reflects the composition of our customer base and communities. We are committed to providing a work environment that provides everyone with equal access and opportunity to contribute and drive meaningful outcomes.  We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply and will consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.