Project Finance Manager / Senior Manager
Cherry Bekaert • Arlington, Virginia • Contractor
Posted on Fri, May 8, 2026
Cherry Bekaert Recruiting & Staffing is partnered with a well-established renewable energy developer, owner, and operator managing a national portfolio of energy projects. This position will play a key role in negotiating and closing project financings while partnering closely with leadership, lenders, and investors. It’s an excellent opportunity for someone seeking a highly visible, strategic role with broad exposure across a growing clean energy platform.
Title: Sr. Manager, Project Finance
Compensation: $130K–$160K base + bonus
Location: Arlington, VA (Hybrid)
Position Overview
This is a senior, deal-facing role responsible for leading project finance transactions from structuring through execution, while partnering closely with internal leadership and external capital providers.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead project finance transactions from origination through close
- Structure and negotiate financing agreements with tax equity and debt partners
- Manage relationships with investors, lenders, and strategic partners
- Oversee financial modeling, valuation, and transaction analysis
- Support strategic decision-making across the project portfolio
- Collaborate cross-functionally with development, legal, and operations teams
- Mentor and support junior team members as appropriate
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
- 5–10+ years of experience in project finance or renewable energy
- Proven track record leading and closing financing transactions
- Strong financial modeling and deal structuring experience
- Required: Renewable energy experience
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
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