Corporate Finance Associate

RWE Americas, LLC To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent Functional area: Finance / Controlling Remuneration: Exempt The Corporate Finance Team within RWE Americas, LLC (RWEA) provides treasury operations across all operating businesses in the Americas, technologies, and policies. The key team activities include cash and liquidity management, bank account management, and collateral management. The ideal candidate will have an understanding of treasury functions and strict attention to detail. Partnering with more senior team members, the Corporate Finance Associate will learn the details of RWEA’s processes and is expected to take on collateral issuing, management, and reporting obligations as well as collateral issuance/tracking. In addition, backing up other Corporate Finance processes may be necessary, however this role primarily focuses on collateral management. The role requires regular interaction with various other departments within the company to ensure effective functioning of the business. Role Responsibilities: Collateral Management (primary): Support operational execution of bank guarantee issuance (letters of credit, bonds) in coordination with business owners, parent company, and banksEnsure acceptability of language/terms to RWE and banksEnforce process discipline and controls on the businessBuild effective relationships with banking partner staff and develop mutual trustRun (and potentially build) relevant reports for the Corporate Finance team based on team-managed and system (e. g. Guarantee Management System or SAP) dataProcess collateral related invoices utilizing internal ERP system and payment proceduresIdentify process improvement opportunities in all areas of responsibility Cash & Liquidity Management (secondary): Assist with the regular liquidity forecasting process and data management, e.g. preparational work on raw dataRegularly review cash balances and zero balance account functionality to ensure against overdraftsAssist daily payment processing across all payment types, e.g. ACH, Wire, & Check Banking Management (secondary): Manage opening of new bank accounts and adherence to internal entity cash flow structureSupport day-to-day management of banking operations and interface with our partner banksMaintain internal database of bank account authorized signers and execution of change requests. Job Requirements and Experience: Bachelor's or higher degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field with a strong academic record requiredMinimum 1 year of experience in a large operating company or bank, preferably in treasury operations or related fieldExperience with TMSProficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and TeamsEducational or professional background in energy business can be helpfulDemonstrated desire to learn about RWE and the renewables spaceCustomer service mindset and ability to communicate clearly to people without subject matter expertiseStrong organization skills and ability to coordinate multiple tasks and deliverablesAbility to work both independently on tasks and collaborate with the team on cross-functional projectsMotivated self-starter, goal-oriented, and strong problem-solving abilitiesProven ability to empathize, build relationships, and effectively communicate with people from a diverse set of backgroundsEagerness to learn, grow, and shape the role to best help the businessCommitment to understanding the finer points of collateral and Corporate Finance Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. RWE Americas is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time. Pay range: The annual base salary range for this position in Illinois is $74,000 - $90,000. The listed salary range represents our good faith estimate for this position and represents the range for new hire salaries across all U.S locations. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. RWE considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s education & work experience, training & certifications, and key skills as well as market and business considerations at the time of the offer. Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. Eligible employees also participate in short-term incentives, in addition to salary. Apply with just a few clicks: ad code 93489 Any questions? Contact HR: rwe_americas_recruiting@rwe.com We look forward to meeting you. Of course, you can find us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and Xing, too. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. RWE Americas, a subsidiary of RWE, is a US-based energy company that is helping to meet the growing demand for energy across the United States. Backed by RWE’s 125-year global legacy of managing diverse power assets, RWE Americas operates approximately 13 GW of power projects across 27 states. With a talented workforce of 2,000 employees, RWE Americas develops, constructs and operates wind, solar and battery storage projects, along with natural gas-powered generation, that safely deliver affordable, reliable electricity to our customers. Committed to responsible development, RWE Americas invests in local and rural communities, creating jobs and partnering with stakeholders to support and strengthen the places where we live and work. Learn more about how RWE Americas is generating impact at americas.rwe.com. At RWE Americas, we foster a culture defined by our Essential Behaviors - Have Courage, Create Impact and Actively Collaborate. We encourage bold thinking and continuous learning, and we value ownership, resilience and inclusion in everything we do. When you join us, you become part of a team that supports your development, respects your contributions and celebrates shared success. This is a place where you can grow your career and make a meaningful difference.