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Director, Finance & Accounting
Canadian Solar Inc.
Global renewables firm manufacturing solar PV modules, energy storage and utility‑scale solar projects.
Director of Finance and Accounting responsible for managing financial operations across North and Central America, including financial reporting, analysis, budgeting, and team leadership.
24d ago
$180,000 - $220,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Walnut Creek, CA
Hybrid
Company Size
22,234 Employees
Service Specialisms
Solar module manufacturing
Battery energy storage solutions
Engineering, Procurement & Construction
Total system solutions
Inverters
EPC services
Turnkey battery storage
Utility‑scale solar project development
Sector Specialisms
Residential
Commercial & Industrial (C&I)
Utility
Role
What you would be doing
inventory management
logistics optimization
process optimization
compliance
revenue recognition
cross-functional management
Partner with Operations and Supply Chain teams on inventory management, including physical inventory counts, and logistic cost optimization.
Drive process improvements and maintain strong internal controls to continue enhancing reporting to ensure accuracy, and efficiency.
Provide leadership and mentorship to a team of finance professionals in Americas.
Manage intercompany accounting across multiple international entities, business unites, and product lines, ensuring reconciliation and compliance with global transfer pricing and consolidation requirements.
Lead and manage full function of Finance & Accounting across North America and Central America operations, including credit & collection, financial reporting, general ledger, tax, FP&A, accounting operations – billing, accounts payable/receivable, intercompany and related party transactions, and inventory management.
Lead annual budgeting and monthly/quarterly forecasting processes for the region
Lead the accounting and analysis of revenue recognition under ASC 606. Ensure compliance with global trade policies and tariff-related reporting for cross-border transactions.
Collaborate with external and internal auditors, tax advisors, and external consultants to support annual audits, tax filings, and regulatory compliance, to ensure seamless processes.
Monitor and analyze regional financial performance, identifying areas for improvements. Prepare and present financial reports and performance metrics to senior management.
Oversee day-to-day finance and accounting functions, and ensure timely month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial closing in compliance with US GAAP and group accounting policies.
What you bring
cpa
erp
us gaap
leadership
mandarin
consolidation
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (required); CPA or MBA with Big 4 experience is a strong asset
Strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills.
Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and advanced Excel skills.
Experience working in a fast paced, multinational organization with multiple legal entities
Proven experience managing international intercompany transactions and consolidation processes
Hands-on experience with tariff and global trade compliance
Minimum 10 years of progressive finance and accounting experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role in a global corporation
Fluency in Mandarin Chinese is preferred due to frequent collaboration with teams in Asia
Strong technical knowledge of US GAAP, revenue recognition and internal controls
Battery energy storage systems shipped in gigawatt-hours.
$7.6B
Annual Revenue
Revenue reported in 2023.
2025
Global Headquarters Opening
Opened in Kitchener, Ontario.
Founded in 2001 by Dr. Shawn Qu in Guelph, the company began as a visionary startup in solar photovoltaics.
It grew into a global renewables powerhouse, delivering over 125 GW of solar modules and developing 10 GWp of utility‑scale projects.
The firm vertically integrates manufacturing—from ingots and wafers to cells and PV modules—across facilities in North America, China, Southeast Asia, and Brazil.
It also provides battery energy storage systems, having shipped gigawatt‑hours of capacity and built a multi‑gigawatt project pipeline.
Flagship projects include bifacial PV modules powering Super Bowl LVIII in Las Vegas and large‑scale solar farms in South Africa, Brazil, Colombia, and Alberta.
A publicly traded NASDAQ firm since 2006, it reported revenue of $7.613 billion and net income of $363.6 million in 2023.
Recent milestones include launching U.S. panel and battery plants in Texas and Kentucky.
Specialisms include utility‑scale solar, module manufacturing, battery storage systems, EPC services, and global energy project development.
Its journey from Canadian roots to a multinational clean‑energy developer highlights a blend of manufacturing scale and project execution prowess.
Culture + Values
Commitment to excellence
Innovation and continuous improvement
Integrity and ethical conduct
Customer-first mindset
Collaboration and teamwork
Sustainability and environmental responsibility
Environment + Sustainability
Net-Zero by 2050
Carbon Emissions Goal
Committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, demonstrating a long-term dedication to sustainability.
Global manufacturing operations with a focus on reducing environmental impact
Development of energy-efficient solar solutions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions
Integrated environmental management systems in manufacturing plants
Continuous reduction in carbon footprint of manufacturing processes
Advancing renewable energy adoption through solar energy solutions worldwide
Inclusion & Diversity
Fosters a culture of inclusion and equal opportunity in the workplace
Committed to improving gender diversity across all levels
Tracks gender representation and pay equity in all locations
Promotes diversity through global recruitment practices
Supports equal opportunity for women in leadership and technical roles
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