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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:

• Support the monthly forecasting, annual budgeting, and long-range planning processes
• Prepare financial models and variance analyses for revenue, manufacturing costs, operating expenses, and capital expenditures
• Analyze manufacturing KPIs, including production volume, yield, utilization, labor efficiency, and manufacturing overhead
• Partner with plant operations, supply chain, and accounting teams to identify business risks, opportunities, and cost-saving initiatives
• Prepare monthly management reports, dashboards, and executive presentations
• Support working capital analysis, including inventory, accounts payable, and cash flow forecasting
• Assist in evaluating capital investment projects and tracking CAPEX spending against budget
• Support standard cost updates and provide financial analysis on cost variances
• Develop scenario analysis and sensitivity models to support business decisions
• Drive continuous improvement in financial reporting, forecasting accuracy, and automation of reporting processes
• Support ad hoc financial analyses and strategic initiatives as assigned
• Perform all other duties as assigned.
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline
• Minimum of 2-5 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

Note:The company reserves the right to change the duties and responsibilities of this position at any time as its own discretion.

Canadian Solar Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

We are committed to ensuring accessibility for persons with disabilities by identifying, removing and preventing barriers to promote the rights of all persons and to create an inclusive and accessible working environment.

Upon individual request, Canadian Solar will endeavor to remove any barrier to the hiring process to accommodate those candidates with disabilities.

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