Basic Job Functions:

This position performs the accounting for routine business transactions and executes fundamental processes involved in the global accounting close. This position applies critical thinking and analytical skills to meet key deadlines efficiently. Candidate must have basic understanding of accounting procedures, concepts and principles accepted in the United States (“U.S. GAAP”) or other regional bases of accounting. 

Education/Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting Professional qualifications such as ACCA, MICPA or CPA are an added advantage 0-3 years of relevant work experience in financial accounting, preferably fixed assets, lease accounting, general ledger, and month-end close General understanding of internal controls and SOX compliance Working knowledge of major ERP systems such as SAP and Oracle are an added advantage Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including proficiency in Excel

Required Skills/Competencies:

Process oriented with outstanding attention to detail Good interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal) Aptitude and willingness to learn and develop skills Highly motivated, accountable, results oriented Resourceful and comfortable working with ambiguity

Essential Responsibilities:

Review capital purchase requisition for smaller entities Review capital expenditure with project managers for smaller entities to ensure CIP is placed into service timely Record fixed asset accrual in accordance with the policy Record asset activation timely and accurately Ensure asset tagging is performed, and asset record is complete and accurate Record other fixed assets activities, such as asset retirement and intercompany asset transfer timely and accurately Record lease entries related to lease events timely and accurately Ensure that financial transactions are recorded in the appropriate legal entity  Ensure appropriate documentation is complete for fixed assets activities and lease events Ensure appropriate approval is obtained for asset retirement, intercompany asset transfer, and asset impairment  Prepare projects, assets or manual journal entries as necessary and ensure appropriate documentation is complete Perform month-end closing activities, including run depreciation, close fixed assets subledger period, close projects period, and perform analysis and analytics for smaller entities Prepare and support fixed assets reconciliations and retain appropriate supporting file  Ensure fixed assets, lease and other related internal controls and processes are complying SOX and policy Provide support for the audit of financial statements and internal controls Provide support for the preparation of local statutory reporting and local tax reporting  Provide information requested by tax, FP&A, and other stakeholders Collaborate and coordinate with asset/lease owner to complete fixed assets/lease verification Perform physical fixed assets count in accordance with the policy Support special projects and identify improvements Solve or provide solutions to non-complex issues Other duties and projects assigned Travel is required when necessary to support shared services center activities Ensure compliance with Quality, Environment, Health and Safety and Responsible Business Alliance policies and procedures that is enforced within the organization.

Physical Requirements (if any):  

Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift. Will climb stairs on an occasional basis. Will lift, push or pull up to 27 pounds on an occasional basis. Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis. 20/40 vision in each eye, with or without correction, is required. Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures. May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis. May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis. Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to, steel toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, protective jacket or apron and arm guards) All associates working on the production floor may be required to wear a respirator at any given time and thus, the ability to wear a respirator is a condition of employment and continued employment (requires little or no facial hair)

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: First Solar is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.