Job Description

Heliene is a fast-paced entrepreneurial company growing rapidly in a highly desirable industry, with a mission to be part of the solution to climate challenges and contribute to a better planet.

Heliene has taken the challenge to help the world reduce its reliance on fossil fuels, by striving to be a leader in renewable energy. We are a manufacturer of high efficiency and high-quality solar modules. Our modules are produced on state-of-the-art solar manufacturing lines in Ontario-Canada, Minnesota-USA, and at manufacturing partners around the world.

Customer First is more than a slogan. It’s the guiding principle of our business, a core value, and the cornerstone of our company culture.

We are opening a NEW facility in Rogers, Minnesota and we are looking for talented and motivated people that want to help us shape the solar industry. Under an experienced leadership team, we provide growth opportunities, intellectual challenge and a flexible, collaborative company culture.

We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision (100% employer paid for employees and 50% co-pay for spouse/dependents ), life insurance, paid time off and retirement plans .

Job Title: Finance Manager

Position Status: Permanent, Full Time

Department: Finance

Supervision Received: Director of Finance

Supervision Exercised: Analysts

Location: Rogers, Minnesota

Date Posted: February 21, 2025

Application Deadline: March 7, 2025

A. Monitor Daily Accounting Activities, AR, AP, Inventory, and General Ledgers 35%

B. Month End Closing Process and Monthly Financial Statements 25%

C. Internal and External Audits 20%

D. Other Duties as Assigned 20%

TOTAL 100%

Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Finance Manager is responsible for monitoring daily accounting activities related to accounts receivable, accounts payable, inventory and general ledgers. The Financial Manager will also be responsible for preparing and verifying financial statements for both Canadian and the United States companies, while ensuring compliance with IFRS and all financial regulations. This is a hands-on role involving people management, coaching, and shaping the finance department. This position requires the individual to work closely with other departments including production, planning, logistics, supply chain and engineering. This is a unique opportunity for a skilled, experienced, and motivated finance professional to join Heliene’s team at the start of an explosive growth period. The location of this position will be Rogers, Minnesota.

Key Responsibilities:

• Complete month-end processing and closing procedures and lead preparation of financial statements and supporting working papers. Ensure all month end activities are completed in a timely manner.
• Oversee daily accounting activities required to maintain the general ledger and sub-ledger records and produce accurate financial reporting results.
• Maintain monthly balance sheet accounts reconciliations for AR, AP, inventory, fixed Assets and ROU Assets.
• Maintain general ledger to sub-ledgers reconciliation for all applicable general ledger accounts.
• Maintain inventory, fixed assets and ROU asset accounting for multiple locations.
• Provide support for the periodic and annual inventory count procedures and work with the warehouse team to analyze the discrepancies between physical and ERP inventory.
• Improve control procedures and ensure compliance with internal controls related to inventory management
• Assist Director of Finance in the matters of Treasury, Risk Management, Taxation, Budgeting, and Capital Planning.
• Assist with ad hoc audits and compliance issues – annual external financial audit, state audits, monthly & quarterly sales and use tax reporting, US & CDN government statistical reporting, etc.
• Direct, assist, and mentor direct reports.

Minimum Qualifications:

Professional accounting designation (CPA), bachelor's degree in business or related field, at least five years of progressive financial experience in medium sized manufacturing organizations and at least two years of supervisory/lead experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• High proficiency working with ERP and analytical tools; Experience working with Microsoft Dynamics Business Central is an asset
• Advanced to expert Excel skills, including PivotTables
• Experience in solar, or other industrial products is an asset
• Highly organized and detail oriented
• Analytical mind with excellent problem-solving abilities
• Ability to set priorities in a changing environment
• Ability to travel internationally
• Valid driver's licence
• Valid passport

Salary Range: $80,000 to $105,000 Annually

Benefits:

• Employer paid employee medical & dental benefits
• Co-pay for spouse/dependents
• Performance Incentive
• Life Insurance
• 401K match
• Paid PTO
• Paid sick days
• Paid personal days

Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to careers@heliene.com no later than 4:00 p.m. on March 7, 2025.

All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States of America.

Heliene is strongly committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our organization and is an equal-opportunity employer. Heliene invites and encourages applications from all qualified candidates from equity-deserving groups and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Currently, Heliene USA is not accepting applicants that require sponsorship.

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