Analyst II, Acquisitions, Investments and Financial Advisory (927)

Job description

ENGIE is a global energy company, a leading provider of electricity, natural gas, and energy services. With 154,950 employees in more than 70 countries worldwide, ENGIE achieved revenue of €69.9 billion in 2015. ENGIE is committed to being a leader in the energy transition.  

We are looking for talented and motivated people to create the future of energy. Join a rewarding and flexible work environment that encourages innovation and creativity, and help us meet the energy challenges of today and tomorrow.

The Role: Analyst II, Acquisition, Investments and Financial Advisory

Purpose

The Acquisitions, Investments and Financial Advisory (“AIFA”) team is a fast-paced group that is closely involved in major transactions and strategic initiatives undertaken by the ENGIE group in North America.  As an integral part of this team, the AIFA Analyst is responsible for supporting the valuation and risk analysis of new projects (including developing financial models) and for supporting the structuring and execution of M&A and project financing transactions.

 

Reports to

Head of AIFA N.A.

 

Location/Department

Houston, TX

 

Status

Exempt

 

Essential Job Functions  

·  Develop and maintain financial models to support investment decisions, following group guidelines. Maintain responsibility for the accuracy and correct incorporation of relevant inputs to such models. Propose and implement relevant sensitivity analysis for investment files.
·  Develop, analyze, evaluate and recommend financial options and proposals as they relate to a business development project or other funding needs.
·  Support internal approvals process for new economic commitments and associated financing arrangements.
·  Support the structuring, negotiation and execution of financing documents for medium to large size transactions, in accordance with best project finance practices of the ENGIE group.
·  Develop presentations for lender and management updates/discussions.
·  Identify main project economic and financial risks and advise on the appropriate mitigation factors and definition of appropriate contingencies.
·  Support the valuation of existing assets as part of annual asset impairment testing.
·  Carry out other duties as assigned.

Requirements

·  Outstanding analytical skills and demonstrated expertise in developing and utilizing detailed, Excel-based, financial models
·  Energy market experience in one of the following sectors is preferred; utility scale renewables, distributed generation (i.e. rooftop solar, etc), energy services, retail electricity, natural gas transportation or distribution
·  Commercial acumen with good understanding of accounting topics and tax structures
·  Proven flexible team player who works well with others
·  Strong communication and presentation skills
·  Ability to multitask and to work effectively under pressure
·  Behavioral capabilities: self-motivated, problem solving, strong personality and leadership, common sense, attention to detail, ability to learn and sense of humor

Essential Physical Abilities

·  Ability to meet highest attendance requirements
·  Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbally.
·  Ability to handle multiple assignments on a timely basis with a high degree of accuracy.
·  Ability to use personal computer, calculator, etc.
·  Could involve some lifting.

Education/Experience

·  Two to four years of energy industry experience as an analyst or associate at an investment bank, private equity fund or strategic energy company.
·  Bachelor’s degree required with Finance or Economics major, preferred.
·  MBA, CFA progress or aspiration or other professional qualifications are a plus. 

 

Working Environment
Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is not exposed to weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

 

For this role you must have authorization to work in the United States. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or expression, genetic information or any other legally protected status.

 

This job advertisement is supported by the ENGIE Talent Acquisition team. Agency involvement is not required. All related inquires must be done to the Talent Acquisition team, not direct to ENGIE North America Managers.

 

Additional Information
·  Posting Date: May 20, 2019