Job description
Nautilus Solar Energy's ("NSE") FP&A Analyst will be responsible for analyzing, reporting, and forecasting capital expenditure for projects placed in service and under development. They will assist with a 12-month view of monthly liquidity reporting and weekly cash forecasting of construction activities. This position acts as a liaison between various groups, including Construction, Structuring, M&A, Capital Markets, Accounting, Community Solar, Legal, and FP&A. This position reports to the FP&A Manager. This position is remote, with <10% travel required.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with Construction, Structuring, M&A, Capital Markets, Accounting, Community Solar, and Legal teams to consolidate input and ensure accuracy in forecasting.
- Prepare monthly capex budget vs. actual and budget vs. budget variance analysis, identifying key drivers and providing commentary for management review.
- Provide financial analysis to support strategic decision-making and project planning.
- Work with the team to continue to develop and improve current systems and processes.
- Assist in putting together presentation material for monthly liquidity meetings and yearly budgets.
- Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
- Identify opportunities to automate manual FP&A processes by utilizing AI/LLM tools.
- Prepare materials for actuals vs modeled cash flows for Operating Portfolios
- Other ad-hoc responsibilities/projects.
Requirements
- College degree: Accounting or Finance majors preferred.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects on different timelines.
- Ability to work independently in a team-oriented and fast-paced entrepreneurial environment.
- High Proficiency in Excel.
- Working knowledge of NetSuite, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Power BI or other BI tools.
- Possess analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work effectively with various levels and functions of the organization.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
- AI power user preferred - comfortable using AI tools for data cleaning, modeling, and analysis.
- Unrestricted authorization to work in the U.S.
Benefits
Compensation: $75,000-$85,000
Pay & benefits
About this role
About Nautilus Solar Energy
Company Overview
Nautilus Solar Energy, a private subsidiary of Power Sustainable, a wholly owned subsidiary of Power Corporation of Canada
HeadquartersSummit, New Jersey, United States
Founded2006
SizeApproximately 110 employees (source: growjo.com). Revenue estimates vary, with no public figures disclosed for 2023 or later due to its private status.
What They Do
Nautilus Solar Energy focuses exclusively on solar technology, specializing in community solar farms and distributed generation projects. Unlike many competitors, they do not engage in wind, storage, hydrogen, or grid-scale utilities, allowing them to concentrate their expertise on solar solutions (source: nautilussolar.com). The company offers comprehensive services that include project acquisition, development, financing, construction, long-term ownership, operation, maintenance, and customer subscription management under power purchase agreements (PPAs). This model eliminates upfront costs for customers while enabling Nautilus to monetize incentives such as tax credits and renewable energy certificates (source: growjo.com). Their target markets encompass residential and commercial customers, including households, businesses, hospitals, housing authorities, community colleges, and regulated utilities, particularly within community solar programs across 12 states (source: nautilussolar.com).
Projects & Track Record
Nautilus Solar Energy has a notable track record of completed projects, including a 2.9 MW solar installation for William Patterson University in 2009, which was recognized as the largest solar project for a U.S. university at that time (source: nautilussolar.com). Additionally, they acquired a 31.5 MW portfolio of community solar and commercial-industrial projects across seven states, operational between 2016 and 2019, serving a diverse clientele that includes hospitals, housing authorities, and residential customers (source: powersustainable.com). By the end of 2024, Nautilus reached a total operating capacity of 477 MW across 146 projects in 12 states, having added 149 MW that year alone and producing 446 million kWh of energy (source: nautilussolar.com). Their development track record exceeds 800 MW across North America since inception, showcasing their significant impact in the renewable energy sector.
Recent Developments
In recent years, Nautilus Solar Energy has made significant strides, including the announcement on March 11, 2025, of their 2024 achievements, which included adding 149 MW to their operating capacity and serving over 40,000 subscribers who collectively saved more than $3.7 million while offsetting 300,000 metric tons of CO2 (source: nautilussolar.com). On August 14, 2024, they extended a partnership with EnergyMark, increasing their collaboration from 17 MW to 24 MW across 10 projects in New York’s National Grid area (source: nautilussolar.com). The company also reacquired a 31.5 MW portfolio from Virgo, reinforcing their ownership strategy and marking their 15th anniversary in December 2021 with over 800 MW developed (source: powersustainable.com). While no major mergers or funding rounds have been reported since their 2019 acquisition, their 2024 metrics highlight milestones such as 146 operational projects, showcasing their ongoing growth and commitment to community solar.
Working There
Nautilus Solar Energy employs around 110-120 people, with roles spanning various departments including development, construction, finance, operations, and partner development. Key personnel include VP Structuring and Development Laura York, Community Solar Business Development Manager Daniel Bozer, and CEO Jeffrey Cheng, among others (source: growjo.com). Hiring occurs primarily at their headquarters in Summit, New Jersey, and their office in York, Maine, with a national staff supporting projects across 12 states. The company has experienced a 10% growth in employee numbers recently, reflecting its expanding operations (source: vetlife.navicoresolutions.org). Nautilus fosters a company culture that emphasizes a passionate and expert staff, mission-driven leadership, and a workplace where employees are eager to contribute, which has been a priority since the company's inception (source: nautilussolar.com). Specific employee benefits are not publicly documented in available sources.
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