At CS Power Systems, we're on a mission to transform lives by delivering clean, solar-powered electricity to millions worldwide-and we're just getting started. As a cutting-edge division of Canadian Solar, a global leader founded in 2001, we stand at the forefront of manufacturing high-performance solar panels, inverters, and advanced energy storage solutions. In this fast-growing, high-impact industry, our deep commitment to sustainability drives everything we do, creating innovative technologies that power a brighter, greener future.
Across Canadian Solar's powerful ecosystem-including CS Power Systems, CSPowerTech, e-STORAGE, Recurrent Energy, MSS, and CSI Solar-we're deeply invested in our people's success. If you're passionate about renewable energy and want to "Make the Difference" by building a lasting positive impact on the planet and communities everywhere, join us at CS Power Systems-where your talent can help shape the clean energy revolution.
Responsibilities include:
- Lead monthly forecasting, annual budgeting, and long-range planning processes for manufacturing operations.
- Develop and maintain complex financial models to support revenue, manufacturing cost, operating expense, working capital, and cash flow forecasting.
- Conduct detailed variance analysis to identify key drivers of business performance and provide actionable recommendations.
- Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial performance reports to management.
- Analyze manufacturing KPIs including production volume, yield, utilization, labor efficiency, scrap rates, and manufacturing overhead absorption.
- Partner with plant leadership to monitor operational performance, identify cost-saving opportunities, and drive profitability improvements.
- Support standard cost development, inventory valuation analysis, and cost variance investigations.
- Evaluate product profitability, capacity utilization, and operational efficiency initiatives.
- Develop executive dashboards and management reporting packages using financial and operational data.
- Identify opportunities to improve forecasting accuracy, reporting efficiency, and data automation.
- Enhance reporting tools and business intelligence capabilities through ERP and analytics platforms.
- Support internal and external audit requests and ensure compliance with corporate policies and financial reporting requirements.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in FP&A, Finance, or Accounting, preferably within a manufacturing or industrial environment
- Strong financial modeling, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting
- Knowledge of manufacturing operations, cost accounting, and inventory management preferred
- Experience working with ERP systems; SAP experience preferred
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including PivotTables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, Power Query, and financial modeling
- Experience with Power BI, Tableau, or similar reporting tools is a plus
- Strong understanding of financial statements and GAAP principles
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally
- CPA, CMA, CFA, or MBA preferred but not required
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
- Ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer
- Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, filing, and operating office equipment
- Occasional standing, walking, bending, and reaching
- Ability to lift and carry light office materials (up to 10-15 lbs.), such as files or office supplies
- Visual acuity to read computer screens, documents, and reports
- Ability to attend meetings and interact with employees, customers, and vendors
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