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.
3. 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
Strong 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 asset.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight timelines.
Why Join
Direct exposure to large-scale renewable energy acquisitions and development.
Opportunity to play a key role in building a North American renewable energy platform.
Highly entrepreneurial environment with fast decision-making and execution focus.
Collaboration with international leadership and capital partners.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive base salary
Long-term growth opportunity within the platform
Comprehensive benefits package
Work Authorization Requirement
This position is open only to candidates who are legally authorized to work in Canada.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
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Director of Finance in Calgary employer: The Lee Group
Join a forward-thinking company that prioritizes sustainability and innovation in the renewable energy sector. As an Operations & Maintenance Manager, you will be part of a collaborative work culture that values employee growth and development, offering opportunities for professional advancement while making a meaningful impact on the environment. Located in North America, our team is dedicated to operational excellence, ensuring a safe and compliant work environment that empowers you to drive performance improvements across utility-scale solar PV and battery energy storage systems.
