FP&A Associate

FP&A Associate

Aypa Power, a Blackstone portfolio company, is a leading developer, owner, and operator of utility-scale energy storage and hybrid renewable projects that power our communities and cities. Our mission is to responsibly decarbonize the grid and make North American energy markets more affordable, sustainable, and efficient. Aypa is well-capitalized and uniquely positioned to lean forward on projects with well-suited deal structures to meet our customers needs. We have been at the forefront of energy storage development since our first energy storage project came online in 2018. As a leader in our industry, we now have over 22 GW of utility-scale energy storage and hybrid renewable energy projects in development and 33 projects in operation or construction across North America.

The FP&A Associate plays a crucial supporting role in Aypa’s financial management and reporting, focusing on various aspects of budgeting, cash forecasting, and financial analysis. This position is well-suited for early-career finance, accounting, or treasury professionals interested in the renewable energy industry. The FP&A Associate will work closely with the Director of FP&A and the Finance team, along with collaborating with different departments, such as Development, Commercial, Construction, Operations, Legal, and Accounting.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the annual budget cycle by providing support to senior team members and collaborating with various departments;

• Support monthly/quarterly planning and review processes, contributing to financial resource assessments for development capital, construction financing, and credit support;

• Assist in consolidating and analyzing project-level financial information, providing inputs for division and company-level reporting;

• Contribute to liquidity management discussions and provide assistance in coordinating external funding requests and capital raise initiatives;

• Support the maintenance and analysis of the corporate financial model, including updating forecasts and integrating historical financial information;

• Participate in expense tracking for project-based work and collaborate with the accounting and finance team on financial reporting matters;

• Assist in the preparation of basic financial reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders;

• Contribute to portfolio management activities, including tracking portfolio compliance and key financial metrics;

• Support annual Carbon Accounting and ESG reporting requirements, collaborating with relevant teams and external stakeholders;

• Collaborate with various departments to validate financial resource timing and needs for project development activities;

• Perform ad hoc duties as needed.

Key Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, business, or accounting with a strong academic record;

• 2-5 years of relevant work experience, preferably in capital-intensive industries such as renewable power, engineering, construction, infrastructure, or real estate;

• Exposure to project-based work and basic expense tracking;

• Familiarity with financial modeling concepts and a willingness to learn discounted cash flow modeling;

• Knowledge of US GAAP accounting principles;

• Expertise in financial tools like Excel as well as familiarity with ERP systems (Sage Intacct) and FP&A software (Workday Adaptive Planning).

• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail in financial reporting, ensuring compliance with internal controls and accounting standards.

• Positive attitude and willingness to contribute to a dynamic and team-oriented culture;

• Strong ability to communicate complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders through clear and concise reports and presentations.

Compensation and Location:

Salary: A base salary commensurate with experience

Bonus: An annual bonus will be awarded based on both individual performance as well as the overall success of the business

Benefits: Aypa offers an attractive benefits package with excellent health care/dental/vision, 401k matching, unlimited vacation, and other health/wellness benefits

Location: Hybrid (USA). Ability to work in the United States is a requirement. Preference is given to candidates located in Austin, TX, or willing to relocate. Remote will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

At Aypa, we nurture and support a highly diverse team and actively seek to advance fair and inclusive practices in all aspects of what we do. We hire passionate, dedicated, and forward-thinking individuals from different backgrounds and value unique perspectives and experiences. With a focus on belonging, we are committed to providing an inclusive environment for all.

Please note: We kindly request that recruiting companies and agencies refrain from contacting us regarding this job posting. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in respecting our hiring process. Thank you.