Chestnut Carbon
Overview
Senior Financial Analyst role at Chestnut Carbon. Base pay range: $110,000.00/yr - $140,000.00/yr. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. About Chestnut Carbon
Chestnut Carbon is a leading developer of nature-based carbon removal solutions, focused on generating high-quality, U.S.-based forest carbon projects that are additional, verifiable, and designed to accelerate the path to net zero. The company was founded in 2022 with the support of energy-focused asset manager Kimmeridge. Chestnut uses a proprietary, technology-enabled approach to restore and conserve forestland, maximizing ecological value and climate impact. To date, Chestnut has planted over 17 million trees across 30,000 acres and enrolled more than 175,000 acres of privately owned forestland in its improved forest management program. Projects deliver measurable environmental benefits, including enhanced air and water quality, biodiversity, and wildlife habitat. Chestnut has executed notable carbon removal agreements and has raised significant financing, with recognition including TIME Magazine’s Top GreenTech Companies of 2025. Chestnut Carbon pursues conservation for profit and seeks to scale ecological restoration through market-driven solutions. Position Summary
As the Senior Financial Analyst, you will play a critical role in enabling strategic decision-making across the organization. You will work closely with the Executive Team (CEO and CFO) to support initiatives such as financial modeling, capital raising, investor relations, market research, due diligence, and strategic planning. This is a high-impact role at the intersection of finance, strategy, and sustainability, with exposure to senior leaders and potential future public offering considerations. The role is based in New York, NY and is expected to be in-person with modest travel. Responsibilities
Develop a strong understanding of Chestnut Carbon’s strategy and industry. Support consolidated strategic and financial planning processes, data management, and the evolving integrated financial forecast models, systems, and tools. Support fundraising and financing activities by building long-term financial models, capital structure scenarios, and maintaining deal databases to support transactions. Utilize financial modeling to assess the viability of early-stage projects in Chestnut’s development pipeline. Prepare board-level presentations and updates for internal and external stakeholders. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive the execution of corporate goals. Screen potential M&A and partnership opportunities and provide valuation analysis for senior management. Assist in strategic projects, ensure clear transparency on progress, and communicate with senior leaders and key stakeholders. Support market research and competitive benchmarking. Gather information, identify linkages/trends, and apply findings to analyses. Qualifications & Experiences
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Accounting, or related discipline. 2+ years of related experience in finance/strategy (e.g., investment banking, project finance, corporate development, consulting, or equivalent). Strong financial modeling skills with knowledge of financial statements. Project and/or corporate finance deal experience preferred. Intellectual curiosity and passion for climate, nature-based solutions, or carbon markets. Skills & Attributes
Advanced analytical skills with proficiency in Excel-based financial modeling, including complex capital structures. Highly organized, proactive, and able to work with limited supervision. Effective project management and clear communication across all levels of the organization. Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment with a focus on accuracy and timelines. Strong commercial and strategic acumen, adaptability, and resilience. Self-starter with the ability to operate across a flat, dynamic organization. Builds trusted relationships across teams and locations. Some travel is required; authorized to work in the United States. Location
New York, New York (headquarters) – in-person in the New York City area Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are central to Chestnut Carbon. We are committed to our talented team and partners, regardless of background or affiliation, and to actively promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout our business. Chestnut Carbon is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to affirmative action and encourages diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, age, religion, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.
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Senior Financial Analyst role at Chestnut Carbon. Base pay range: $110,000.00/yr - $140,000.00/yr. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. About Chestnut Carbon
Chestnut Carbon is a leading developer of nature-based carbon removal solutions, focused on generating high-quality, U.S.-based forest carbon projects that are additional, verifiable, and designed to accelerate the path to net zero. The company was founded in 2022 with the support of energy-focused asset manager Kimmeridge. Chestnut uses a proprietary, technology-enabled approach to restore and conserve forestland, maximizing ecological value and climate impact. To date, Chestnut has planted over 17 million trees across 30,000 acres and enrolled more than 175,000 acres of privately owned forestland in its improved forest management program. Projects deliver measurable environmental benefits, including enhanced air and water quality, biodiversity, and wildlife habitat. Chestnut has executed notable carbon removal agreements and has raised significant financing, with recognition including TIME Magazine’s Top GreenTech Companies of 2025. Chestnut Carbon pursues conservation for profit and seeks to scale ecological restoration through market-driven solutions. Position Summary
As the Senior Financial Analyst, you will play a critical role in enabling strategic decision-making across the organization. You will work closely with the Executive Team (CEO and CFO) to support initiatives such as financial modeling, capital raising, investor relations, market research, due diligence, and strategic planning. This is a high-impact role at the intersection of finance, strategy, and sustainability, with exposure to senior leaders and potential future public offering considerations. The role is based in New York, NY and is expected to be in-person with modest travel. Responsibilities
Develop a strong understanding of Chestnut Carbon’s strategy and industry. Support consolidated strategic and financial planning processes, data management, and the evolving integrated financial forecast models, systems, and tools. Support fundraising and financing activities by building long-term financial models, capital structure scenarios, and maintaining deal databases to support transactions. Utilize financial modeling to assess the viability of early-stage projects in Chestnut’s development pipeline. Prepare board-level presentations and updates for internal and external stakeholders. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive the execution of corporate goals. Screen potential M&A and partnership opportunities and provide valuation analysis for senior management. Assist in strategic projects, ensure clear transparency on progress, and communicate with senior leaders and key stakeholders. Support market research and competitive benchmarking. Gather information, identify linkages/trends, and apply findings to analyses. Qualifications & Experiences
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Accounting, or related discipline. 2+ years of related experience in finance/strategy (e.g., investment banking, project finance, corporate development, consulting, or equivalent). Strong financial modeling skills with knowledge of financial statements. Project and/or corporate finance deal experience preferred. Intellectual curiosity and passion for climate, nature-based solutions, or carbon markets. Skills & Attributes
Advanced analytical skills with proficiency in Excel-based financial modeling, including complex capital structures. Highly organized, proactive, and able to work with limited supervision. Effective project management and clear communication across all levels of the organization. Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment with a focus on accuracy and timelines. Strong commercial and strategic acumen, adaptability, and resilience. Self-starter with the ability to operate across a flat, dynamic organization. Builds trusted relationships across teams and locations. Some travel is required; authorized to work in the United States. Location
New York, New York (headquarters) – in-person in the New York City area Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are central to Chestnut Carbon. We are committed to our talented team and partners, regardless of background or affiliation, and to actively promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout our business. Chestnut Carbon is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to affirmative action and encourages diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, age, religion, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.
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