Job Type
Full-time
Description
The Company
Priority Power is an independent energy management services and consulting firm. We act as an extension of our client’s staff to develop and implement strategies that mitigate risk and overcome challenges associated with managing energy data, supply, demand, and delivery infrastructure. By leveraging our deep experience and resources, combined with unsurpassed commitment, Priority delivers financial and operational improvements to our clients as their trusted energy advisors.
Priority Power is an innovative provider of integrated energy services for commercial and industrial clients.
Position Overview
The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a strategic partner to the CEO and the Board, responsible for overseeing all financial operations of the company. In a dynamic, fast-paced private equity-backed energy environment, the CFO will lead the development of financial strategies, ensure rigorous financial management, optimize capital structure, and drive value creation. This role is critical in shaping the company’s growth trajectory, executing on M&A opportunities, managing external financial relationships, and ensuring financial discipline aligned with the firm’s long-term energy and sustainability objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Financial Leadership
- Serve as a key member of the executive leadership team, driving financial planning, strategy, and execution.
- Develop and implement long-range strategic financial plans in alignment with PE partner objectives and operational realities.
- Lead capital structure optimization and debt/equity management strategies in collaboration with the PE sponsor.
- Act as a thought partner to the CEO, Board, and PE stakeholders to guide business model evolution and value creation.
Operational & Financial Oversight
- Oversee all aspects of finance including accounting, financial reporting, FP&A, treasury, tax, audit, and risk management.
- Implement and manage KPIs to monitor business performance and operational efficiency.
- Drive automation, standardization, and digital transformation across financial processes.
- Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and reporting cycles with precision and rigor.
Private Equity Collaboration & Value Creation
- Partner closely with the PE firm to execute post-investment value creation plans.
- Lead the preparation of monthly/quarterly reporting packages, board presentations, and financial communications.
- Manage lender and covenant compliance; support refinancing or recapitalization efforts as needed.
- Provide leadership in preparing for future exit strategies (IPO, sale, secondary buyout).
M&A and Business Development Support
- Lead financial due diligence, modeling, and integration for acquisitions and strategic partnerships.
- Conduct financial risk assessments and scenario analyses for new markets or investments.
- Support commercial and operational teams in evaluating the ROI of growth initiatives.
Team Development & Leadership
- Build and lead a high-performing finance and accounting team capable of supporting a rapidly scaling enterprise.
- Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement.
- Ensure adherence to internal controls, GAAP, and regulatory compliance.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; MBA or CPA strongly preferred.
- 15+ years of progressive finance leadership experience, with at least 5 years as CFO or senior finance executive.
- Proven experience in a private equity-backed business, ideally in the energy, power, infrastructure, or industrials sector.
- Demonstrated track record of working directly with PE firms, including board-level presentations and value creation initiatives.
- Strong command of capital markets, financing structures, and M&A execution.
Key Skills & Competencies
Financial Acumen & Strategic Thinking
- Advanced financial modeling, forecasting, and scenario planning capabilities.
- Ability to translate financial data into actionable business insights.
- Skilled in capital allocation, risk assessment, and financial turnaround strategies.
Energy Industry Knowledge
- Deep understanding of the energy value chain—generation, distribution, storage, or commercial.
- Familiarity with energy market dynamics, regulatory frameworks, and sustainability trends.
- Understanding of project finance and energy infrastructure investment models is a strong plus.
Private Equity Fluency
- Strong understanding of the PE lifecycle—deal structuring, value creation, exit planning.
- Comfort operating in lean, performance-driven, high-accountability environments.
- Adept at managing board relationships, banking relationships, and operational KPIs.
Leadership & Communication
- Exceptional executive presence with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence without authority.
- Experience building and scaling teams in high-growth environments.
Systems & Technology
- Familiarity with CRM(Salesforce), ERP, BI tools (e.g., NetSuite, Power BI).
- Champion for process automation and technology-driven finance transformation.
Preferred Experience
- Experience supporting the commercial team for energy transition projects, renewables, and Infrastructure as a service, etc.
- The CFO will be expected to travel about ~30% of the time to other Priority Power offices, customer meetings, conferences, board meetings, etc.
Why Choose Priority Power?
Empowered to Make an Impact in a Values-Driven Energy Future
At Priority Power, we’re more than just an energy company—we’re a purpose-driven team dedicated to transforming the future of energy through meaningful work, empowered people, and enduring partnerships. We invite mission-minded professionals to grow with us in a culture defined by trust, collaboration, and real outcomes.
Values-Driven Culture
We lead with integrity, customer focus, and accountability—prioritizing ethics and purpose in every decision we make. Our culture is rooted in doing what’s right for our clients, our communities, and each other.
Empowered Opportunities
Here, initiative is celebrated. You’ll have the autonomy to lead, innovate, and contribute in ways that grow your career and advance our mission. We empower our employees to take ownership of their impact.
Accountability & Outcomes Orientation
Our results matter. We are a high-performance culture that rewards accountability, champions progress and celebrates milestones that move the needle for our clients and the energy industry.
Collaborative Colleagues
You’ll work alongside passionate experts who are generous with knowledge and united by a shared vision. Cross-functional teamwork and open communication are at the core of how we solve big energy challenges together.
Make a Real Difference
At Priority Power, your work directly contributes to building a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable energy future. Whether optimizing large-scale power strategies or innovating in renewables, you’ll be part of something bigger than yourself.
Flexible Work Environment
We respect your life outside of work. Our flexible work policies allow you to thrive personally and professionally ensuring balance, trust, and well-being for every team member.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability.
