Financial Analyst

Build the future, spark innovation and align your career with purpose.

McKinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lasting impact. Together, we're building a thriving planet.

Buildings are a leading contributor to the climate crisis, generating nearly 40% of total global energy-related carbon emissions. We're making a lasting impact on our industry and within our communities by addressing the climate, affordability and equity crises through:

• renewables and energy services
• engineering and design
• construction and facility services

To get where we're going, we need big thinkers, problem solvers and collaborative mindsets. Does that sound like you?

The Opportunity with McKinstry

At McKinstry, we help organizations make smarter financial and infrastructure decisions that improve buildings, strengthen communities, and drive long-term value. We are seeking a Financial Analyst to join our Funding and Financial Solutions team - a small, high-impact group that plays a critical role in helping clients access capital, optimize funding strategies, and make financially sound investments in their facilities.

In this newly created role, you will help shape how projects come to life by analyzing client financial positions, developing cash flow and financing models, researching grants and incentives, and navigating complex state and federal policies that impact our work. You will partner closely with sales, business development, and project teams to translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights that support strategic decisions, accelerate sales opportunities, and improve project outcomes.

This is a highly consultative role for someone who enjoys solving complex problems, influencing strategy, and helping clients unlock financial solutions that enable meaningful results. The position is based in Seattle, WA and follows a hybrid schedule (minimum three days in the office each week).

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial analysis of key opportunities and key clients, including identification of risks and opportunities.

• Track, analyze, and report Federal and state programs, policies, and incentives to support business development teams.

• Develop and present complex financial proformas, ensuring complete story telling and accuracy in a broad range of situations.

• Support the pursuit of strategic McKinstry or client-specific grant opportunities.

• Identify procurement mechanisms for business development and growth.

• Develop funding and financing scenarios that meet customers' needs, McKinstry goals, and any regulatory or policy requirements.

• Knowledge and dissemination of private and public financing mechanisms applicable to McKinstry lines of business. Provide appropriate training for Business and Project Development teams.

• Leverage understanding of key Federal and State grants and programs related to McKinstry services and projects to support development of strategy for McKinstry, including at key pursuit level.

• Maintain relationships with business units in McKinstry as well as outside financial partners in pursuit of success.

• Other duties as assigned.

What You Need to Succeed at McKinstry

Education, Knowledge and Abilities

• Bachelor's degree (B.S. or B.A.) in business, accounting, economics, finance, engineering, financial engineering or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• One (1) to three (3) years of experience in banking, finance, consulting, or financial analysis preferred.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including financial modeling concepts.

• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) required; working knowledge of SharePoint preferred.

• Familiarity with AI-driven tools or smart learning systems is a plus.

• Understanding of and interest in public and private finance structures and mechanisms.

• Strong analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving abilities.

• Ability to work effectively with all levels of internal stakeholders and external customers.

• Experience in performance contracting preferred.

• Limited travel to regional and major office locations as needed.

Qualities and Characteristics

• Ability to think innovatively, develop effective strategies, and proactively anticipate and mitigate challenges.

• Thrives in complex environments with multiple potential outcomes.

• Highly motivated, proactive, and willing to take initiative, including contributing additional effort when needed to achieve results.

• Ability to effectively prioritize and manage competing priorities in dynamic, time-sensitive environments.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

PeopleFirst Benefits

When it comes to the basics, we have you covered:

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision with low or zero deductible options and low out of pocket maximums

People come first at McKinstry, and we go beyond the basic benefits with:

• Family formation benefits, including adoption and IVF assistance
• Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
• Transgender inclusive benefits
• Commuter benefits
• Pet insurance
• "Building Good" paid community service time
• Learning and advancement opportunities via McKinstry University
• McKinstry Moves onsite gyms or reimbursement for remote workers

See benefit plan documents for complete details.

If you're driven by our vision to build a thriving planet together, McKinstry is the place to build your career.

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $45.00 per hour; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This is a non-exempt role and will be paid hourly. A bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Base pay information is based on market location.

The McKinstry group of companies are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, race, color, creed, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to employment, advancement, assignment, and training. This commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity is made equally as a social responsibility and as an economic and business necessity.

McKinstry is a drug-free workplace. Employment iscontingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, complying with the requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act and a Confidentiality Agreement, in addition to successful outcomes of background and reference checks.

Applicants for this role will only be considered if they possess current US Work Authorization, and do not require employer-sponsored VISA support to begin or remain in this role.

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