Project Finance & Consulting Manager

Opportunity ID

9967

Department

Advisory

Location(s)

Charlotte

State

North Carolina

Function

Finance

Job Description

We currently have an exciting career opportunity for a Project Finance & Consulting Manager to join thePFC team in ourAdvisory practice.

CohnReznick is a hybrid firm and most of our professionals are located within a commutable distance to one of our offices. This position is considered remote which means it does not require job duties be performed within proximity of a CohnReznick office location. However, as a remote employee, you may be required to be present at a CohnReznick office with scheduled notice for client work, team meetings, or trainings.

YOUR TEAM.

This position will support the Hypothetical Liquidation at Book Value ("HLBV") Modeling service line within the Project Finance & Consulting group. This group provides HLBV Modeling and other services to a range of clients, including renewable energy developers, corporate investors, and institutional investors. Our clients are motivated by the social, environmental and financial returns generated by the asset class, which is integral to our firm culture. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to broaden your skills and interact with team members across all levels within the practice.

YOUR ROLE.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

HLBV Modeling

• Lead HLBV modeling engagements using accounting, tax, and finance tools and methodologies related to tax credit transactions, many of which involve federal tax incentives such as Energy Credits.
• Prepare, review and analyze HLBV models including underwriting assumptions and deal structure relative to applicable industry standards.
• Review and analyze the strengths/weaknesses of various partnership structuring options
• Review closing documentation (partnership agreements, loan agreements, assignments, regulatory agreements, etc.)
• Help clients optimize the GAAP earnings allocations for their tax credit projects.
• Assist clients with modeling the economic and tax components of transactions focusing on tracking and accounting for project operations and rate of return on investment.
• Lead discussions with clients regarding the results of the HLBV calculations and any potential limitations and/or enhancements you can envision.
• Lead various consulting service engagements with responsibility for responding to client service requests.
• Develop the technical tax knowledge in relevant tax areas to be able to provide feasible solutions to client circumstances by familiarity with tax code and relevant guidance.
• Oversee staff supporting client service engagements, coordinate their roles in line with client deadlines, and develop their skills and knowledge to grow their careers.

YOUR EXPERIENCE.

The successful candidate will have:

• Min of 5-7 years for one of or combination of the following areas:
• HLBV modeling
• Financial modeling related to renewable energy projects
• Audit work related to renewable energy projects and investment tax credits
• Tax advisory related to renewable energy projects and investment tax credits
• Experience with tax credit transactions including, the financial modeling, partnership structuring, and of partnership tax concepts is a must.
• BS/BA degree in accounting, finance or economics or other analytical-focused majors
• Masters, CPA and CFA are pluses
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills and the ability to translate technical concepts into work products
• Demonstrated advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel
• Strong communication skills, with proven ability to track partner feedback, optimize training and learning opportunities, proactively ask thoughtful questions, and coherently express complex concepts, verbally and in writing
• Strong writing skills and demonstrated ability to develop clear and concise communications for client delivery
• Attention to detail
• Ability to implement focused training and impart your knowledge for the technical and soft skill development of junior team members
• Drive to manage and meet deadlines in a fast-paced culture
• Self-motivated with the ability to prioritize and multi-task

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Studies have shown that we are less likely to apply to jobs unless we meet every single qualification. At CohnReznick, we are dedicated to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or one of our other roles.

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