Mantel is developing the first molten-salt-based carbon capture technology which is designed to operate at the high temperatures found inside boilers, kilns, and furnaces – enabling highly efficient carbon capture that has not been possible until now. Carbon capture can be applied across industries to reduce emissions and achieve net-negative emissions. By solving for efficiency Mantel can cut costs substantially, unlocking carbon capture’s role in reaching net zero emissions by 2050. To learn more, go to: https://www.mantelcapture.com/

Mantel is seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Finance Associate to join our finance team. This role will be responsible for analyzing financial data, preparing reports, building financial models, and supporting strategic decision-making across the organization. The ideal candidate will have strong financial acumen, excellent Excel skills, and the ability to communicate insights effectively to both finance and non-finance stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze current and past financial data to identify trends, inconsistencies, and opportunities for improvement.
• Develop and maintain financial models to support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning.
• Support month and quarter close activities and work with external consultants where applicable in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financials for management and stakeholders.
• Support scenario analysis, business cases, and investment analysis.
• Assist in the preparation of board materials, investor presentations, and ad-hoc financial reports.
• Ensure data integrity and accuracy across financial systems and reports.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in consulting or related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint;
• Strong understanding of financial statements, modeling, and forecasting techniques.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Location: Cambridge, MA

Compensation & Benefits – we provide competitive and holistic compensation to all our full-time team members, including:

• Highly competitive pay based on experience, including equity
• 90% subsidized medical and dental healthcare coverage, 50% for dependents
• Unlimited vacation policy, mental health personal days, generous sick leave, plus a week-long winter break at the end of December
• Health/Fitness and cell phone stipend
• Company matched 401k
• Generous parental leave
• Access to FSA/HSA and commuter benefits accounts

This is an exciting opportunity to be an early hire in a new, well-funded company, with significant opportunity for advancement.