Manager – Investment Analysis & Financial Modelling

About CELA

CELA – Clean Energy Latin America is a leading financial and strategic advisory firm focused on energy transition in Latin America.

- For over 13 years, we have advised companies and investors in: - Strategic and market advisory - Fundraising and project finance - Financial structuring - Mergers & acquisitions

We work across solar, wind, energy storage, and green hydrogen, supporting key stakeholders shaping the region's energy transition.

Learn more: www.cela.com.br

The Role

We are seeking a Manager – Investment Analysis & Financial Modelling to lead financial modelling initiatives and support high-impact projects in the energy transition sector.

This is a senior role combining:

- Advanced financial modelling - Investment and valuation expertise - Project leadership - Client interaction - Team development

You will play a key role in structuring analyses, reviewing models, and ensuring technical excellence across engagements.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Leadership

- Lead the development and review of complex financial models for: - Valuation exercises - Financial restructuring - Oversee financial feasibility analyses and investment memoranda - Ensure robustness, consistency, and auditability of financial models

Strategic & Investment Analysis

- Analyze operational and regulatory assumptions in energy projects - Evaluate key financial metrics (EV, NPV, IRR, Payback, DSCR, leverage ratios) - Contribute to strategic decision-making alongside senior leadership

Team & Client Management

- Supervise and mentor analysts and consultants - Review deliverables and provide technical guidance - Lead or actively participate in client meetings and investor discussions - Manage multiple workstreams and deadlines simultaneously

Profile

- Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills - Structured communicator, able to present complex financial analyses clearly to clients and investors - High level of ownership and accountability - Comfortable leading teams in a dynamic advisory environment - Motivated by the energy transition and impact-driven work

Requirements

7+ years of experience in:

- Investment analysis - Financial modelling - Corporate finance - Project finance - M&A or transaction advisory

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Economics, Accounting, or related fields

Advanced Excel skills (mandatory)

Fluent English (mandatory)

Proven experience managing projects and/or junior team members

Full-time availability with exclusivity

Availability to work primarily remote (home office)

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience in renewable energy, infrastructure, or power sector projects - Experience in investment banking, consulting, infrastructure funds, or energy developers - Knowledge of Power BI or financial automation tools - Postgraduate degree (MBA, Master's in Finance, Energy, or related field)

Compensation

- Competitive and market-aligned compensation - Compensation package negotiable based on experience and track record - Performance-based growth potential