# Capital Markets Associate

> Nautilus Solar Energy · Chicago, United States (Remote) · Full-time · Posted 2026-04-26

**Salary:** USD 130,000–140,000

**Workplace:** remote

**Department:** Capital Markets

## Description

Responsibilities:

-   Financial Analysis and Modeling:

-   Develop and maintain complex financial models, including project finance models, DCF analysis, and valuation assessments
-   Conduct sensitivity analyses and scenario planning to assess project risks and returns.
-   Perform financial due diligence on potential projects, including reviewing contracts, agreements, and project documentation.

-   Funding Process Management

-   Coordinate with lenders, investors, and other financial stakeholders to satisfy Conditions Precent (CPs) in order to secure project funding in a timely, coordinated manner

-   Documentation: Review and provide to lenders and investors comprehensive project documentation, including contracts, agreements, and progress reports

-   Project Scheduling: Develop and maintain project financing schedules, ensuring timely completion of financing milestones

-   Risk Management: Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies.

-   Origination of New Financing

-   Assist team in structuring and negotiating project financing agreements, including tax equity, construction debt, and term debt facilities

-   Prepare financial analyses and presentations for internal investment committees and external capital partners

-   Financial Analysis and Reporting:

-   Cost Estimation: Review and support detailed cost estimates and budgets for project development phases.

-   Financial Tracking: Monitor project expenditures and ensure alignment with budgetary constraints

-   Collaboration and Communication

-   Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with engineering, finance, and legal teams to ensure cohesive project development.

-   Stakeholder Communication: Provide regular updates to internal and external stakeholders on project status and developments.

## Requirements

-   Education

-   Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
-   A Master's degree or relevant professional certification (e.g., CFA, CPA) is a plus.

-   Experience

-   1-5 years of experience in project finance, investment banking, corporate finance, or a related field. Experience in the renewable energy sector is highly desirable.
-   Proven experience in financial modeling, analysis, and valuation of infrastructure or energy projects.

-   Technical Skills

-   Proficiency in financial modeling software (e.g., Excel) and financial analysis tools.
-   Strong understanding of project finance concepts, including debt, equity, and tax equity structures.
-   Knowledge of renewable energy financing mechanisms, such as power purchase agreements (PPAs) and tax credits.

-   Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills:

-   Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and provide actionable insights.
-   Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think strategically and critically.

-   Communication and Interpersonal Skills:

-   Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely.
-   Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

## Benefits

Competitive Salary $130,000 - $140,000

-   Annual Performance Bonus

-   Benefits (Health, Vision, Dental, Basic Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability) are 100% covered by Nautilus
-   401(k) offered with employer match

## Apply

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