Associate, M&A

Cypress Creek Renewables is hiring an Associate for their M&A team, focusing on transaction financial modeling, due diligence, and coordinating with experts. The role involves supporting acquisitions of solar and storage projects. Candidates should have 2-4 years of finance experience, preferably in renewable energy. The position is open to various locations and follows a hybrid work model, typically requiring in-office attendance three days a week.
The Company

Cypress Creek Renewables is powering a sustainable future, one project at a time. We develop, finance, own and operate utility-scale and distributed solar and storage projects across the country. Fostering a diverse group of innovative thinkers from all backgrounds, Cypress people are drawn to work in a purpose-driven organization. We hope you will join us.

The Role

We are seeking a Associate to join the Mergers and Acquisitions team. The new hire will be a critical member of deal teams, with primary responsibilities for transaction financial modeling, overseeing due diligence workstreams and coordinating cross-functionally with subject matter experts and external consultants. The new hire will play a lead role in coordinating presentations of proposed transactions for the CCR executive team and Investment Committee. This person’s primary responsibilities will be supporting the origination, evaluation, negotiation, and closing of acquisitions of utility-scale solar and storage projects/portfolios to support Cypress Creek’s ambitious targets as it expands its position as a leading customer-focused IPP.

We are a lean team with a flat culture so the new hire will have the opportunity to learn new skills, gain deep exposure to multiple facets of a growing industry, rapidly develop their career, and earn highly competitive pay. The location for this role is open to Cypress Creek offices in NYC, San Francisco, Santa Monica or DC, where colleagues work on a hybrid in-office/work from home schedule (i.e. typically in-office 3 days a week). Exact title will be commensurate with experience

The new hire will be tasked with:
• Transaction execution by leading financial modeling and valuation analyses for M&A opportunities and strategic initiatives
• Preparing presentation materials for new opportunities to effectively communicate investment thesis, key value drivers, sensitivity analyses and market dynamics
• Creation and enhancement of analytical tools to enhance financial models and streamline processes
• Maintain databases related to deal pipeline and market research
• Work cross-functionally across the company’s subject matter experts, including but not limited to Development team, Structured Finance team and Legal team

Core Qualifications
• BA/BS degree (MBA or other relevant graduate degrees welcome)
• Minimum of 2-4 years of finance experience required, ideally in the renewable energy industry (investment banking, principal investing and/or corporate M&A experience is strongly preferred; experience or familiarity with project debt and tax equity structures is a plus)
• Strong financial analysis and modeling skills
• Self-motivated with a high level of initiative and accountability
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work well with multiple teams across functions and offices throughout the US
• High attention to detail and ability to work in a deadline driven environment
• Unimpeachable ethics & integrity
• Desire to contribute professionally and personally to a dynamic and motivated team environment
• Organized, diligent, and able to track/manage multiple streams of information on an ongoing basis
• Successful completion of an Excel-based modeling test will be required

Benefits
• 15 days of Paid Time Off, accrual up to 20 days, 11 observed holidays.
• 401(k) Match
• Comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision and health insurance
• Wellness stipend, family planning stipend, and generous parental leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Phone Bill Reimbursement
• Fully expensed company travel, mileage reimbursement
• Company Swag

Compensation: The salary range for the position is $120,000-$145,000 plus bonus and benefits. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location.

A note to Recruiting Agencies Cypress Creek Renewables Human Resources team does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiters, staffing firms, or related agencies. The Human Resources team coordinates all recruiting and hiring at our company. We do not accept resumes from third-party recruiters unless authorized by the Human Resources team and if a signed agreement is in place. Any unsolicited resumes will be considered property of CCR and we are not responsible for any related fees. All communication related to recruiting partnerships should ONLY be directed to the Human Resources team.

Cypress Creek Renewables is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace that is inclusive and values diversity, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.