Job Description

Basic Job Functions:

• Ensuring the accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices and payments. This includes upholding compliance with internal controls and accounting standards, performing account reconciliations, preparing journal entries, and supporting both month-end and year-end close activities. The role also involves acting as a primary contact for vendor-related inquiries, working closely with cross-functional teams to resolve issues, and contributing to continuous process improvements and financial analysis related to accounts payable operations.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2-4 years of accounting experience, preferably in a similar role.

Required Skills/Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational skills
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Collaborative mindset; ability to work well with others.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Oracle/ SAP) and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Power Point & Power BI

Essential Responsibilities:

• Review and verify invoices for accuracy, proper approval, and compliance with company policies.
• Ensure timely and accurate posting of invoices into the accounting system.
• Research and resolve discrepancies and issues daily related to Accounts Payable professionally and promptly.
• Perform regular vendor statements reconciliation and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist in AP-related month end closing activities.
• Prepare accruals and ensure completeness of AP transactions.
• Support audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations.
• Communicate with business partners and respond to inquiries related to vendor invoices and payment matters.
• Review and follow up on the AP aging and GRIR report on a weekly basis.
• Prepare journal entries with appropriate general ledger coding to support monthly financial closing.
• Identify opportunities to streamline AP processes.
• Participate in automation or system enhancement projects.
• Generate AP metrics, analyze trends and provide insights to supervisor.
• Mentor junior AP staff and support training initiatives.
• Act as a point of escalation for complex AP issues.
• Ensure compliance with Corporate Accounting policies and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) internal controls.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and global counterparts to ensure consistency in AP processes.
• Adhere to Quality, Environmental, Health and Safety (QEHS), and Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) policies and procedures.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the supervisor or manager.

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.