Investment Analysis Manager

ABOUT ZELESTRA

Zelestra U.S. is a fast-growing business unit within Zelestra, a global renewable energy company focused on making decarbonization a reality for its partners. With a significant U.S. development portfolio and projects advancing into construction, the team delivers customer-focused clean energy solutions across the full project lifecycle, from development through construction, operations, and asset management. 

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Investment Analysis Manager plays a key role supporting Zelestra's Business Development, Commercial, Project Finance, and M&A teams by leading financial modeling and contributing to the financial structuring of utility-scale renewable energy assets across the U.S. portfolio.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Bachelor's in Finance or Economics; MBA or Master's preferred
• 5+ years in corporate finance or investment banking (financial institution, consulting, or industrial)
• Knowledge of Project Finance financing structures
• Strong Excel modeling skills — complex, accurate, and interpretable models
• Experience modeling solar, wind, and/or BESS assets
• Familiarity with financial modeling best practices for infrastructure
• Fast learner who takes initiative in a high-performing, fast-paced environment
• Proficient to using AI tools for process efficiency

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Own the Financial Model

• Own and maintain financial models and asset/project valuations
• Implement updates and run business scenarios to assess project viability
• Use market data to model financial structures for renewable energy assets

Support Key Business Teams

• Support Business Development on portfolio asset valuations and new investment opportunities
• Advise the Commercial team on required energy sale prices to meet minimum return IRRs
• Contribute to Investment Committee and Board of Directors presentations for approvals

Track & Report Returns

• Support central reporting functions to track returns on operational projects
• Deliver clear, timely, and transparent stakeholder updates
• Use AI tools to create process efficiencies

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The anticipated starting salary for this position is based on experience, qualifications, and education in a remote-working environment; $145,000 - $175,000.

Additionally, Zelestra offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, an Employee Assistance Program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, holiday pay, paid time off, and a competitive bonus program.