VP of Finance
Vice President of Finance
Enterprise Energy is a nationwide developer of Community Solar, focused at the intersection of clean energy deployment, climate and environmental justice, and improving the lives of the communities we serve.
Personal accountability, strategic thinking, and efficient execution are what separate us from our competition. We are a small, nimble, and experienced startup that offers team members rapid exposure to all aspects of the community solar development process. This role represents one of the most direct avenues to reduce carbon emissions available today.
Employee Benefits / Important Requirements:
Location requirements: (preferred) Minneapolis, MN or San Francisco, CA; but remote options available for the right candidate
Work authorization requirements: individuals authorized to work in the US
Compensation: Base (depending on experience) plus performance bonuses
Bonus: metric based bonuses
Benefits: 401K, medical/dental/vision, PTO
Hours per week: 40 hours per week (full time)
Time off: Flexible as needed, as long as you get the work done
Career: Opportunity to grow in a small nimble company
Position Summary: The Vice President of Finance will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial strategy and operations of Enterprise Energy. This senior leadership role requires a strategic thinker with a robust financial background and a passion for renewable energy. The VP of Finance will oversee all financial activities, ensure the company's financial health, and provide strategic recommendations to support our growth and sustainability goals.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Strategy and Planning:
Develop and implement comprehensive financial strategies to support the company’s mission and growth objectives.
Lead the financial planning and analysis process, including budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning.
Produce periodic analyses of project or portfolio economics
Provide strategic recommendations to the executive team based on financial analysis and projections.
Periodically analyze benefits and costs of holding solar and storage assets on balance sheet compared to selling pre or post-construction.
Financial Operations:
Oversee all financial operations, including accounting, billing, collections, and financial reporting.
Produce monthly internal accounting and financial reporting
Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in compliance with GAAP and other regulatory requirements.
Manage cash flow, including monitoring cash balances, forecasting cash needs, and optimizing cash resources.
Structure the financing for held solar and storage assets.
Lead M&A transactions on behalf of the Company.
Risk Management:
Identify and mitigate financial risks, ensuring the company’s financial stability and sustainability.
Develop and maintain internal controls to safeguard the company’s assets and ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures.
Oversee the management of insurance programs, ensuring adequate coverage and risk mitigation.
Capital Management:
Manage relationships with banks, investors, and other financial partners to secure funding and manage debt.
Coordinate with capital partners on a weekly to monthly basis
Provide underwriting support for various capital facilities
Provide capital requests and reporting on a quarterly basis
Foster banking relationships and explore opportunities to improve EE’s various financial positions
Oversee capital raising activities, including equity financing, debt financing, and grants.
Ensure optimal capital structure to support the company’s growth and operational needs.
Team Leadership:
Create and maintain various SOP’s (standard operating procedures) on behalf of the department
Responsible for hiring new members of the Finance team
Collaborate with other departments to support cross-functional initiatives and achieve organizational goals.
Executive Leadership:
Act as a key member of the executive team, contributing to overall company strategy and decision-making.
Present financial performance and strategic initiatives to leadership and other stakeholders.
Drive financial performance to meet and exceed company goals and objectives.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field (MBA or CPA preferred).
Minimum of 10 years of experience in finance, with at least 3 years in a senior finance leadership role.
Background in real estate or clean energy finance, solar-specific experience highly preferable.
Proven experience in financial planning and analysis, financial operations, and capital management.
Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance.
Excellent strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Strong leadership and team management abilities.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Passion for renewable energy and commitment to sustainability.
Excellent communication skills both written and oral
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite
Highly organized with good time management skills
Grit and determination
Startup mentality: quick learner, ability to think independently, “learn-it-all” vs. “know-it-all” attitude, scrappy
Ability to manage time efficiently across multiple projects
Ability to work with and be supported by other team-members for guidance
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of commercial or utility-scale solar systems/concepts is strongly preferred
EEO and Accessibility
Enterprise Energy encourages individuals of all racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds, and all gender and sexual identities to apply for this position. Enterprise Energy is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
