Internal Control

Posted 19 Days Ago
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Kitchener, ON, CAN
In-Office
140K-170K Annually
Senior level
Energy
The Role
Lead and improve the company's internal control framework and SOX program. Manage risk assessments, control documentation, testing, remediation, audits, and governance. Partner with cross-functional leaders to strengthen controls, apply data analytics and automation, develop policies, train process owners, and support business transformations and global compliance initiatives.
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At Canadian Solar, our vision is to make lives better by bringing electricity powered by the sun to millions of people worldwide. As a leading manufacturer of solar panels, inverters, and energy storage solutions, we've been an industry front-runner since our founding in 2001. Our commitment to sustainability is reflected in all parts of our organization as we navigate the complexities of a booming industry.

Throughout Canadian Solar's subsidiaries, e-Storage, Recurrent Energy, MSS and CSI Solar Co., we invest in our employees' growth. Our training programs and promotional opportunities ensure we all can continue to learn. We understand the importance of work-life balance and provide various flexible work options to support our employees' well-being. Join our team to "Make the Difference" by creating a lasting positive impact on the world and the communities where we operate.

Company Summary:
Canadian Solar was founded in 2001 in Canada and has been listed on NASDAQ since 2006. It is now one of the world's largest solar technology and renewable energy companies. It is a leading manufacturer of solar photovoltaic modules, provider of solar energy and battery storage solutions, and developer of utility-scale solar power and battery storage projects with a geographically diversified pipeline in various stages of development. For additional information about Canadian Solar, visit www.canadiansolar.com.
Position Summary:
Reporting to the VP, Corporate Controller and SEC Reporting, the (Senior) Manager, Internal Controls will lead the Company's internal control and compliance programs, including SOX compliance, risk assessment, process improvement, and governance initiatives. This role partners closely with Finance, Operations, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, IT, and external auditors to strengthen the control environment and support the Company's continued global growth.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of the Company's internal control framework.
  • Manage SOX compliance activities, including risk assessments, control documentation, testing, remediation, and reporting.
  • Evaluate key business processes and identify opportunities to strengthen controls, improve efficiency, and mitigate risk.
  • Partner with business leaders to implement sustainable control solutions across finance and operational functions.
  • Coordinate internal and external audit activities and monitor timely resolution of audit findings.
  • Support enterprise risk assessment and compliance initiatives across global operations.
  • Leverage data analytics and automation tools to enhance monitoring and control effectiveness.
  • Develop and maintain policies, procedures, and governance documentation to support a strong control environment.
  • Provide guidance and training to process owners on internal control requirements and best practices.
  • Support special projects, business transformations, and strategic initiatives as required.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
  • CPA, CIA, or equivalent professional designation preferred.
  • 8+ years of experience in Internal Controls, Internal Audit, Public Accounting, Risk Management, or Compliance.
  • Strong knowledge of SOX, COSO, risk management, and public company governance requirements.
  • Experience working with ERP systems such as SAP and evaluating controls within complex business processes.
  • Experience in manufacturing, industrial, renewable energy, or multinational organizations preferred.
  • Big Four public accounting experience is highly desirable.
  • Strong analytical, communication, project management, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Proven ability to drive process improvements and influence change across a global organization.

Compensation & Benefits

Canadian Solar offers a competitive salary plus fully comprehensive benefits and performance bonus package based on an annual objective achievement.

The pay range for this position is $140,000 - $170,000. This range represents annual base salary only, without regard to location, and does not include bonus or other incentives that pay quarterly. Additional benefits that may apply. The pay range for this role is subject to change.

Canadian Solar Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.

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Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field
  • CPA, CIA, or equivalent professional designation
  • 8+ years of experience in Internal Controls, Internal Audit, Public Accounting, Risk Management, or Compliance
  • Strong knowledge of SOX, COSO, risk management, and public company governance requirements
  • Experience working with ERP systems such as SAP and evaluating controls within complex business processes
  • Experience in manufacturing, industrial, renewable energy, or multinational organizations
  • Big Four public accounting experience
  • Strong analytical, communication, project management, and stakeholder management skills
  • Proven ability to drive process improvements and influence change across a global organization
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The Company
HQ: Rupert, ID
1,665 Employees
Year Founded: 2001

What We Do

Founded in 2001 in Ontario Canada, Canadian Solar (NASDAQ: CSIQ) is as a global energy provider with successful business subsidiaries in 20 countries & regions on 6 continents. Canadian Solar is both a leading manufacturer of solar PV modules and a provider of solar energy solutions, with over 14,000 employees globally. With state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Canada, China, Brazil and South East Asian countries, Canadian Solar now has module manufacturing capacity and has delivered more than 55 GW of premium quality solar modules to customers in over 150 countries in the past 20 years. Canadian Solar has solar power projects globally and solar power plants that are in commercial operation, with a resale value of US$1.2 billion. In addition, Canadian Solar has a geographically diversified utility-scale solar power project pipeline around 10 GWp, with projects being developed in the U.S., Japan, Latin America,Australia, EMEA, South East Asia, India and China. Of the total project pipeline, 2.9 GWp of projects are at late-stage development and have secured energy offtake agreements. In 2018, Canadian Solar achieved a revenue of US$3.74 billion, Meanwhile, Canadian Solar was listed as the Bloomberg New Energy Finance’s Tier 1 Module Manufacturer in terms of bankability for Q4 2018, and was named as Top 3 Global Utility-scale Solar PV Project Developer for 2017 by GTM Research. Canadian Solar Founder and CEO Dr. Shawn Qu blogs as a LinkedIn Influencer at https://www.linkedin.com/in/shawnqu/. Canadian Solar is making the difference by delivering more clean, safe and affordable solar energy to the world.

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