Director, Fund Finance

Location

On-site, five days per week at our New York, NY office.

Why Join Brookfield Renewable North America?

Brookfield Renewable North America attracts high-performing individuals who are driven to make an impact in a fast-paced and collaborative environment. We encourage collaboration across all levels of experience to promote learning, generate best ideas, and deliver quality results, with the aim for growth and career development. We offer unparalleled opportunity to lead and manage one of the largest renewable energy businesses with decades of history, while contributing to the global need for sustainable energy.

About the Role

The Director, Fund Finance will report to the Chief Financial Officer of Brookfield Renewable North America, and lead the Finance and Operations function for a Private Fund investing in utility-scale battery energy storage assets across North America. Responsibilities will include overseeing the ongoing finance, reporting and operational activities associated with Brookfield's role as investment manager. This is inclusive of financial reporting, valuation oversight, treasury, governance, regulatory compliance and service provider management. The role will also evaluate fund operations and recommend changes to ensure Brookfield's operating standards and scalable processes.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead the finance and operations function for the Fund, overseeing all recurring manager-level finance and operational responsibilities

- Lead the transition of finance and operational responsibilities from the seller to Brookfield, including knowledge transfer, process documentation and implementation of Brookfield operating standards.

- Oversee quarterly and annual financial reporting, including coordination with external fund administrators, auditors and other service providers.

- Lead the quarterly valuation process, including oversight of valuation models, third-party valuation specialists, historical valuation support and preparation of valuation materials for senior management.

- Oversee treasury operations, including liquidity management, capital calls/ distribution events, cash forecasting and other fund-level capital activities.

- Oversee preparation of supporting financial analyses, operating metrics and reporting deliverables supporting investor communications and ongoing fund reporting.

- Ensure compliance with fund governing documents, side letter obligations, regulatory reporting requirements (including SFDR and Annex IV, as applicable) and internal governance standards.

- Lead the annual audit process and coordinate tax reporting deliverables with external service providers.

- Maintain oversight of the Fund's operating calendar, recurring deliverables and governance processes, including Board and manager approvals.

- Manage relationships with external fund administrators, auditors, valuation specialists, tax advisors, legal counsel and other professional service providers.

- Review and prepare analyses, presentations and recommendations for senior management supporting fund performance, business planning, budgeting, forecasting and strategic initiatives.

- Drive continuous improvement across the Funds operating platform by enhancing reporting, strengthening internal controls and implementing scalable operating procedures.

- Mentor and develop team members while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement.

- Support ad hoc analyses, presentations and special projects relating to fund financial and operational performance.

Qualifications & Requirements

- CPA or CA designation with 7–10 years of progressive experience in accounting, finance or fund operations, including 2–3 years of people leadership experience.

- Experience within private funds, infrastructure, renewable energy or asset management environments is preferred.

- Strong understanding of fund accounting, financial reporting, valuations, treasury and fund operations.

- Experience managing relationships with external fund administrators, auditors and other professional service providers.

- Strong financial systems experience, including advanced Excel skills.

- Highly analytical with exceptional attention to detail.

- Demonstrated leadership ability with a collaborative, proactive and solutions-oriented approach.

- Experience leading complex projects involving multiple stakeholders and competing priorities.

- Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively across all levels of the organization.

- Ability to thrive in a dynamic, entrepreneurial and fast-paced environment while managing changing priorities and deadlines.

- Strategic thinker with a focus on continuous improvement, scalable processes and operational excellence.

- Self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership and accountability for both business results and professional development.

Salary

Starting at $195,000 with final compensation commensurate with the successful candidates experience, qualifications, and overall fit for the role.

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