What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Finance Specialist position at Canadian Solar Inc.?
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.
Position Summary:
The Senior Finance Specialist is business partner between the Finance Department and Operations Departments for our new US factory located in the state of Indiana. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring consistent corporate financial strategy through a range of avenues such as managing the financial aspects of the procurement process, accounts payable payments, travel & entertainment expenses, inventory, and financial analysis.
Primary Responsibilities:
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.
Position Summary:
The Senior Finance Specialist is business partner between the Finance Department and Operations Departments for our new US factory located in the state of Indiana. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring consistent corporate financial strategy through a range of avenues such as managing the financial aspects of the procurement process, accounts payable payments, travel & entertainment expenses, inventory, and financial analysis.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Assist the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable teams to ensure timely and accurate processing.
- Assist with day-to-day accounting operations including Billing, A/R, A/P, T&E, GL and Counsel, Cost Accounting, Inventory Accounting, and Revenue Recognition.
- Assist in managing the month-end close and financial reporting processes.
- Monitor month-end inventory count processes.
- Participate in the year-end financial statement audit through effectively responding to specific requests and inquiries from the external audit team.
- Collaborate with supply chain, operations, and other departments to ensure financial data integrity.
- Monitor financial integrity and compliance with federal, state, and institutional policies and regulations.
- Participate in other strategic finance, accounting, and business projects if needed.
- College, university, or equivalent degree in Accounting, Finance or related field required. MBA or Certified Public Accountant (or progress toward) or similar certification preferred.
- 2 years of relevant work experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong knowledge of US GAAP as well as risks and controls.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office with demonstrated expertise in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Experience with SAP system is an asset.
- Be able to demonstrate good attention to detail, good judgment showing logical decision making, and a hands-on approach.