Director, Finance
Solar Landscape
Company Overview
Solar Landscape
Asbury Park, NJ, United States
2012
Approximately 300 employees (source: growjo.com). Revenue estimates for 2025 range from $23.5 million to $154.7 million (source: rocketreach.co).
What They Do
Solar Landscape is a privately held commercial rooftop solar developer that specializes in community solar models. The company focuses on leasing rooftops from real estate owners, allowing them to develop installations with zero capital expenditure for their partners. This innovative approach enables surrounding households, particularly those that are low- or moderate-income, to subscribe for discounted power, thereby promoting energy equity and sustainability (source: solarlandscape.com). Their vertically integrated services encompass engineering, permitting, procurement, construction (EPC), interconnection, asset management, and operations, which allows for rapid scaling without tenant disruption (source: solarlandscape.com). Target customers include some of the world's largest commercial real estate owners, such as Prologis and Public Storage, collectively managing over 2 billion square feet of property (source: solarlandscape.com).
Projects & Track Record
Since its inception, Solar Landscape has completed over 350-400 projects totaling between 313-800 MW. Notable projects include New Jersey's first year-two Community Solar Pilot project at an Extra Space Storage facility in Neptune, which is part of a larger initiative involving 10 projects with the firm. Additionally, they have energized 50 community solar projects totaling 60 MW, serving nearly 10,000 households and generating approximately $2 million in annual bill savings (source: solarlandscape.com). Their ongoing efforts include leasing 40 million square feet for 500 MW in 2024, which will power around 80,000 households, and a multi-state partnership with Public Storage that serves over 10,000 households across Illinois, Maryland, and New Jersey (source: solarlandscape.com). With a robust pipeline of over 1 GW from more than 100 million square feet leased, Solar Landscape is well-positioned for future growth (source: solarlandscape.com).
Recent Developments
In the past two years, Solar Landscape has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing companies in the Americas by the Financial Times, being one of only eight U.S. energy firms to receive this accolade. They were also named in Inc. Magazine’s Best in Business for 2024 and recognized as a Top Workplace by USA TODAY for 2025 based on employee surveys (source: solarlandscape.com). The company announced plans to hire over 100 new employees in 2024 to support their growth and to build an additional 100 MW of solar capacity, which will serve 20,000 subscribers (source: solarlandscape.com). They have also expanded their headquarters to 17,000 square feet in Asbury Park and secured multi-state contracts with Public Storage, further solidifying their market position (source: solarlandscape.com).
Working There
Solar Landscape offers a diverse range of roles across various departments, including engineering, business development, finance, legal, community engagement, project management, construction, and asset management. As of recent expansions, there are over 40 roles open, particularly at their headquarters in Asbury Park, which features a state-of-the-art facility with an in-house chef providing daily locally-sourced lunches (source: solarlandscape.com). The company has been recognized for its positive workplace culture, receiving accolades such as the USA TODAY 2025 Top Workplaces award, which reflects employee satisfaction and engagement (source: solarlandscape.com). Additionally, they emphasize local hiring and community ties, which are integral to their operational philosophy and growth strategy (source: njbiz.com).
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Solar Landscape is the leading commercial rooftop solar developer in the U.S. Only 4% of commercial rooftops host solar today - we're changing that, fast. Commercial rooftop solar is the fastest, smartest way to build new clean power - delivering megawatts of generation in months, not years, and powering America's energy and future right where it's needed most. By turning rooftops into local power plants, we're reshaping how - and how fast - energy gets built in the U.S.
Recognized as the #1 Distributed Generation Developer by New Project Media, the #1 National Commercial Rooftop Solar Developer by Solar Power World, and winner of the U.S. Department of Energy's Grand Prize for Clean Energy, Solar Landscape is defining the future of energy generation in America.
Headquartered in Asbury Park, New Jersey, Solar Landscape has offices in Chicago, Baltimore, and New York City and operates in over a dozen states nationwide.
We move fast, solve hard problems, and take our work seriously - but never ourselves. We value clear thinking, accountability, and execution. At the same time, we're collaborative by default, and believe the best work happens when people enjoy working together. Our team is made up of smart, grounded people who show up for each other - whether that's troubleshooting a system design or catching up over lunch.
If you're looking to do meaningful work in a high-performance environment - and be part of the team reshaping how energy gets built in the U.S. - we'd love to meet you.
About The Role
Solar Landscape is hiring a senior leader to sit at the center of enterprise decision-making-owning the analytical frameworks, planning processes, and strategic insights that guide how the company grows, invests, and allocates capital.
This role operates at the intersection of finance, strategy, and operations. You will partner directly with executive leadership and cross-functional teams to evaluate growth opportunities, shape capital deployment decisions, and build the systems that translate a rapidly scaling business into clear, actionable insight.
This is a highly visible role for someone who thrives in ambiguity, enjoys solving complex, unstructured problems, and can connect detailed analysis to real-world business outcomes. You'll work across development, operations, structured finance, and capital markets to ensure the company is making the right decisions-quickly and with conviction.
This role is based in the Northeast. Time in office is not required but strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
Enterprise Planning & Strategy
- Co-own the company's enterprise financial and operating model, translating business strategy into a dynamic, driver-based view of growth, capital needs, and returns
- Lead scenario planning across key variables (deployment pace, capital markets, project timelines, working capital) to inform executive decisions
- Shape annual planning, long-range strategy, and rolling forecasts, synthesizing performance and forward-looking insights for leadership
Capital Allocation & Growth Strategy
- Partner with Development, Operations, Value Management, and Structured Finance to evaluate investments across new markets, projects, and new business lines
- Develop a forward-looking view of liquidity, corporate capital requirements, and investment pacing under multiple growth scenarios
- Assess new market entry, product expansion, and strategic initiatives through a rigorous lens of cost of capital and return
Business Analytics & Performance Insight
- Build and evolve a "single source of truth" for project and portfolio performance, linking operational execution to value creation and cash outcomes
- Define and track KPIs that matter across cost efficiency, productivity, and returns to guide leadership decisions
- Lead deep analytical dives across business units to identify risks, opportunities, and structural improvements
Executive Communication & Decision Support
- Translate complex analyses into clear, concise recommendations for executive leadership and the board
- Prepare high-impact materials including investment memos, strategic pre-reads, and performance narratives
- Frame key trade-offs and enable faster, higher-quality decisions across the organization
Capital Markets & External Engagement
- Support strategic financing initiatives, including corporate debt raises, corporate capital structure optimization, and commercial lender engagement
- Partner cross-functionally to position the business effectively with corporate capital providers
- Help expand access to capital by supporting relationships with commercial lenders, sureties, and other financial stakeholders
Special Projects & Strategic Initiatives
- Lead or support high-priority, cross-functional initiatives such as new market entry, organizational scaling, and major investments
- Bring structure to ambiguous problems and drive them through to actionable outcomes
- Support strategic decisions that impact financial reporting and company-wide positioning to external markets
- Evaluate internal corporate finance processes to optimize the business for scaled growth
Qualifications
- 6+ years of experience in consulting, investment banking, or finance-related positions in industry with exposure to energy or infrastructure
- Strong analytical toolkit with experience building models, structuring ambiguous problems, and translating analysis into decisions
- Demonstrated ability to operate in fast-paced, high-growth environments with significant ambiguity
- Experience working on strategy, transactions, or operational improvement initiatives
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and present complex ideas clearly
$150,000 - $200,000 a year
Salary will vary depending on your location and job-related skills and experience. This is an incentive-based position with the potential to earn more. For part-time roles, your compensation will be adjusted to reflect your hours.
Benefits and Perks
We offer competitive compensation and benefits designed to support you inside and outside of work:
- Training / Professional development opportunities
- 401(k) with 4% company match
- Summer Fridays
- Flexible remote/hybrid work options
- Paid parental leave
- Team lunches, events, and stocked kitchens
- Modern, collaborative office spaces in Asbury Park, New York City, Boston, Chicago, and Baltimore
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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About the role
May 13, 2026
Full time
Company
- New York, NY, United States
- Asbury Park, New Jersey, United States
6+ years
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