Cost Accountant

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 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 comprehensive benefits, including competitive salaries; paid time off; health, dental, vision and life insurance; as well as retirement plans.

Job Title: Cost Accountant

Position Status: Full-Time

Department: Finance

Supervision Received: Director of Finance

Supervision Exercised: N/A

Location: Rogers, Minnesota (on-site position), regular travel to Mountain Iron, Minnesota required.

A. Cost and Inventory Analysis 40%

B. Forecasting 20%

E. Other Duties as Assigned 5%

TOTAL
100%

Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Cost Accountant plays a critical role in supporting working capital optimization, maintaining accurate inventory valuation, driving cost visibility, and acting as a bridge between Finance, Supply Chain, and Operations. The Cost Accountant has excellent data management and accurate record keeping skills, the ability to collaborate effectively across multiple functions, and operate in a fast-paced environment in a confidential manner.

• Monitor RM/WIP/FG inventory levels and analyze DOH, inventory turns, and slow/obsolete stock.
• Support working capital optimization by identifying excess inventory and recommending corrective actions.
• Maintain and update fully burdened FG Cost models including material, labor and overhead rates.
• Validate material demand plans and provide cost visibility (standard/last/landed costs) to purchasing team to support purchasing decisions.
• Analyze PPV, material usage variances, labor and overhead absorption and scrap rate.
• Monitor daily ERP inventory postings including receipts, transfers, consumption of RM, scrap, FG receipts, and sales shipments.
• Prepare monthly inventory roll-forward, reconciliations, and COGS schedules to support month-end close
• Provide documentation for internal and external audits; ensure compliance with IFRS/US GAAP.
• Develop SOPs and train cross-functional teams on inventory and cost accounting procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Director of Finance or delegate.

A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field with at least five years of cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience required.

• Technical proficiency in accounting software required – experience in Business Central, SAP or Oracle, considered an asset
• Advance Excel Skills required – Power Bi experience considered an asset
• Strong understanding of standard costing, BOM’s, and manufacturing processes
• Strong analytical skills, communication (written and verbal), attention to detail, and ability to work cross functionally
• CPA/CMA considered an asset

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

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

Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to the Careers Center.

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.