At Canadian Solar, our vision is to make lives better by bringing electricity powered by the sun to millions of people worldwide.
Key Responsibilities
The FP&A Manager is responsible for leading financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, management reporting, and business performance analysis across the organization. This role partners closely with business leaders, project management teams, and regional finance teams to provide financial insights, support strategic decision-making, and drive operational and financial performance improvement.
Lead the annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes, ensuring financial plans align with business priorities
Deliver timely monthly management reporting, including financial dashboards, variance analysis, and actionable insights for senior leadership
Partner with business and project teams to assess financial performance, project profitability, and new business opportunities
Identify financial risks and opportunities and translate complex analysis into clear, practical recommendations
Develop financial models and business cases to support strategic initiatives, investments, and key business decisions
Drive continuous improvement across FP&A processes through reporting automation and enhancements to planning and forecasting tool
Support M&A evaluations, due diligence activities, and other strategic finance initiatives
Collaborate with Accounting during month-end close and support audit requirements and internal control processes
Complete priority analyses and special projects requested by senior leadership
Requirements
An educational background in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline
At least five years of progressive experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or a related finance function
Strong financial modelling, budgeting, forecasting, and analytical capabilities
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and hands-on experience with ERP systems; SAP experience is preferred
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex financial information into clear business insights
A demonstrated ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and operate effectively in a fast-paced, global environment
A CPA, CFA, or comparable professional designation is considered an asset
e-STORAGE uses AI-assisted tools during parts of the hiring process, including screening and workflow automation. All final hiring decisions are made by humans.
This is a current vacancy, and we are actively hiring for this position.
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