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Kern Search

Mergers and Acquisitions Manager

Kern Search, Houston, TX, United States


The Mergers and Acquisitions Manager will identify, evaluate and execute strategic acquisitions, sell-downs and divestments of utility-scale solar and storage projects. The manager will work closely with senior management and other functional teams, such as development, commercial, finance, legal, and construction. The ideal candidate has a desire to learn about topics ranging from project development, energy markets, project financing, tax and other topics that impact investments.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain unlevered and levered financial models to support investment decisions
  • Review internal/external financial models to understand key value drivers and interpret relevant data on markets, competitors and transactions
  • Support senior team in the development and negotiation of transaction documents
  • Oversee and support the due diligence process, including data room management and review of legal documentation, to ensure accurate review of target assets
  • Prepare detailed reports and presentations for investment approvals. Communicate findings and strategic implications to senior management clearly and effectively
  • Manage internal systems for tracking opportunities and deliverables
  • Work and coordinate with subject matter experts, investors and external consultants and stakeholders

Location

Houston. TX Office. Hybrid possible

Travel: 10%

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics or quantitative field
  • 3 to 5 years of experience at a U.S. solar, wind, or energy storage development company, or Independent Power Producer in an M&A or finance role with specific focus on financial modeling and valuation, or similarly transferable experience
  • Strong problem-solving and communication skills
  • Financial modeling experience
  • Excel and PowerPoint skills required