Jr. Financial Analyst

Canadian Solar is hiring a Junior Financial Analyst for its subsidiary, e-STORAGE, located in Kitchener, Ontario. The role involves cost modeling, cash flow forecasting, and tax modeling for energy storage projects. The analyst will collaborate with business development, project management, and senior management to manage financial risks and maximize project value. e-STORAGE specializes in battery energy storage systems, contributing to clean energy solutions globally. Candidates should be adept in financial analysis using Excel.
Job Description

Jr. Financial Analyst

e-STORAGE is a subsidiary of Canadian Solar and a leading company specializing in the design, manufacturing, and integration of battery energy storage systems for utility-scale applications. The Company offers its own proprietary LFP battery solution, comprehensive EPC services, and innovative solutions aimed at improving grid operations, integrating clean energy, and contributing to a sustainable future. e-STORAGE has successfully implemented over 3.3 GWh DC of battery energy storage solutions in various locations, including the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and China. This significant accomplishment solidifies e-STORAGE's position as a key player in the global energy storage integration industry. Currently, the Company operates two fully automated, state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities with an annual production capacity of approaching 20 GWh. e-STORAGE is fully equipped to continue providing high-quality, scalable energy storage solutions and contribute to the widespread adoption of clean energy.

For additional information about e-STORAGE, visit www.csestorage.com

Canadian Solar was founded in 2001 in Canada and has been listed on NASDAQ since 2006. It is now one of the world's largest solar technology and renewable energy companies. Canadian Solar is a leading manufacturer of solar photovoltaic modules, provider of solar energy and battery storage solutions, and developer of utility-scale solar power and battery storage projects with a geographically diversified pipeline in various stages of development. Over the past 22 years, Canadian Solar has successfully delivered over 102 GW of premium-quality, solar photovoltaic modules to customers across the world. Likewise, since entering the project development business in 2010, Canadian Solar has developed, built, and connected over 9 GWp of solar power projects and over 3 GWh of battery storage projects across the world. Currently, the Company has approximately 700 MWp of solar power projects in operation, 8 GWp of projects under construction or in backlog (late-stage), and an additional 17 GWp of projects in advanced and early-stage pipeline. In addition, the Company has a total battery storage project development pipeline of 52 GWh, including approximately 2 GWh under construction or in backlog, and an additional 50 GWh at advanced and early-stage development. Canadian Solar is one of the most bankable companies in the solar and renewable energy industry.

For additional information about Canadian Solar, visit www.canadiansolar.com

Position Title: Jr. Financial Analyst

Department:Business Development

Entity:CS e-Storage

Reports To:Senior Financial Analyst

Location:CAN – Ontario, Kitchener

Position Summary:

CSI Energy Storage is currently seeking to hire a Jr. Financial Analyst to join our growing Global Energy Storage team. This position is responsible for the cost modeling, cashflow forecasting, tax modeling for project opportunities for CSI Energy Storage. The candidate will be required to collaborate with other team members in business development, project manager, legal and senior management to effectively manage financial risk and project risks to maximize value to Canadian Solar.

Responsibilities:
• Perform financial analyses on project economics using excel based financial models.
• Support Business Development team members in the sales process for energy storage projects
• Develop relationships with customers and internal stakeholders to effectively understand and convey financial risks and opportunities on the projects.
• Develop an understanding of relevant tax and accounting rules for projects.
• Creation of proposals, information memorandums, presentations, project schedules and internal presentations and data rooms.
• Assist with gathering and presenting information for financial partners performing due diligence on projects.
• Facilitate flow of information between finance, development, legal and business development teams during transaction execution.
• Work closely with technical, legal, financial and other advisors during due diligence exercises.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a global team

Required Qualifications and Skills:
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Finance, or Economics.
• 1 + years of experience in financial modeling of renewable energy projects or similar business.
• Familiarity with financial modeling, analysis and presentation skills.
• Prior transaction experience with a commercial or investment bank, investor, developer of utility scale renewable energy projects, or energy sector equipment manufacturer.
• Highly driven, proactive and flexible - willing to work as required to meet the demands of project teams located in different time zones.
• Work will be performed in a standard office environment, in front of a computer monitor and will involve sitting, bending, standing, walking, typing, and reaching.
• Ability to travel up to 15% of the time.
• Ability to work cross-functionally, collaboratively and cross-culturally

Compensation & Benefits:

Canadian Solar offers a competitive salary plus fully comprehensive benefits and performance bonus package based on an annual objective achievement.

Canadian Solar Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.