Location: Calgary, Alberta Director of Finance Role Overview A rapidly growing renewable energy company is seeking a Director of Finance to support the expansion of its renewable energy portfolio across North America.

This role is highly strategic and execution-focused, responsible for overseeing corporate finance, project finance, financial modeling, reporting, budgeting, and capital planning across utility-scale renewable energy projects, including solar, BESS, wind, and hybrid infrastructure.

The successful candidate will work closely with executive leadership, investors, lenders, and project development teams to ensure financial discipline, bankability, and efficient capital deployment across the portfolio.

Key Responsibilities 1. Corporate Finance & Financial Strategy

Lead financial planning and corporate budgeting activities across Canadian operations.

Develop and maintain corporate financial models and forecasts.

Support executive leadership with strategic financial analysis and decision-making.

Manage cash flow planning and capital allocation strategies.

Assist in establishing scalable financial systems, controls, and reporting frameworks.

2. Project Finance & Capital Structuring

Lead financial analysis and structuring of utility-scale renewable energy projects.

Support:

Debt financing processes

Equity structuring

Tax equity and investment structures

Construction and long-term financing negotiations

Coordinate with lenders, investors, financial advisors, and legal counsel during financing processes.

Manage financial due diligence requirements for acquisitions and financing.

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Financial Modeling & Investment Analysis

Build and maintain detailed project financial models for:

Solar

BESS

Wind

Hybrid generation projects

Perform:

IRR and NPV analysis

Sensitivity analysis

Merchant exposure analysis

PPA valuation analysis

Curtailment and pricing scenario analysis

Evaluate acquisition opportunities and investment returns.

4. Accounting, Reporting & Compliance

Oversee accounting and financial reporting functions.

Ensure compliance with:

Canadian accounting standards

Tax regulations

Corporate governance requirements

Coordinate with external auditors, accountants, and tax advisors.

Manage:

Monthly and annual reporting

Financial statements

Tax filings

GST and payroll compliance

5. Project Development & Commercial Support

Work closely with development and engineering teams to:

Evaluate project economics

Optimize project configurations

Support EPC and procurement decisions

Assist commercial teams with:

PPA pricing analysis

Bid strategy

Commercial negotiations

Support M&A; activities and acquisition financial reviews.

6. Risk Management & Internal Controls





Establish and maintain financial controls and approval processes.

Monitor:

Project financial risks

Counterparty risks

Market exposure

Liquidity requirements

Develop mitigation strategies for financial and operational risks.

7. Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration

Act as a key financial advisor to executive leadership.

Work closely with:

Development

Engineering / EPC

Legal

Asset Management

External investors and lenders

Support the growth and structuring of the North American platform.

Candidate Profile Qualifications

CPA designation preferred.

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.

Minimum 7–10+ years of experience in:

Renewable energy

Infrastructure

Project finance

Investment analysis

Corporate finance

Technical Expertise

Robust experience in:

Project finance

Renewable energy financial modeling

Debt and equity structuring

Financial forecasting and reporting

Deep understanding of utility-scale solar, wind, and/or BESS projects.

Advanced Excel financial modeling capabilities required.

Commercial Mindset

Ability to operate in a fast-paced, deal-driven environment.

Strong analytical and negotiation skills.

Comfortable balancing financial discipline with commercial objectives.

Entrepreneurial mindset with strong execution capabilities.

Communication & Leadership

Strong stakeholder management and presentation skills.

Experience working with international investors and financial institutions is an ass

📌 Director of Finance (Calgary)
🏢 Lee Group Search
📍 Calgary