Analyst- Treasury I USA

Basic Job Functions:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated individual to join our Treasury team as an Analyst I. This role will facilitate daily treasury operations, provide accurate cash reporting, and assist with bank structure and risk management activities. The Analyst will produce reports to aid in forecasting the business's cash needs and support other treasury functions. Additionally, the role involves managing and analyzing the organization’s financial activity, working cross-functionally with the finance team to identify FX exposures, and supporting the hedging program.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field is required.
• Master’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field is preferred.
• Experience in treasury, finance, banking, or a related field is preferred.
• Familiarity with financial regulations and compliance requirements is preferred.
• Professional certification in finance or treasury (e.g., CPA, CTP, CFA) is preferred.

Required Skills/Competencies:

• Continuous Learning: Demonstrates a continuous learning mindset, staying updated on industry trends and willing to pursue professional development and certifications (e.g., CPA, CTP, CFA).
• Organizational and Analytical Skills: Adapts to fast-paced environments, managing multiple priorities with strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Collaboration and Communication: Builds and maintains effective business partnerships through strong communication and collaboration abilities.
• Quality and Accountability: Ensures accurate and diligent work, taking accountability for delivering high-quality results and learning from failures.
• Teamwork: Works well both independently and as part of a team, ensuring thorough and error-free task completion.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel; familiarity with treasury management systems (TMS), Oracle, and PowerBI are a plus.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Cash Management and Optimization:
  • Administer and optimize the global banking structure.
  • Manage funding and cash management for global bank accounts.
  • Support collateralized letters of credit.
  • Resolve cash issues and determine surplus cash for investments.
• Risk Management:
  • Administer ACH programs, support cash reconciliations, execute financial instruments like letters of credit, develop automated banking solutions, process electronic payments, and handle foreign exchange transactions.
  • Track and reconcile line of credit activities and ensure loan compliance.
• Strategic Planning and Analysis:
  • Collaborate with treasury management on bank relationships.
  • Support FP&A in cash forecasting.
  • Provide information for audits and other departments.
  • Prepare regular cash position reports.
  • Assist with hedging and risk management strategies.
  • Support intercompany transactions.
• Financial Reporting and Compliance:
  • Support month-end close procedures for cash, investment, debt, and foreign exchange accounting.
  • Ensure SOX compliance and maintain internal controls within the treasury function.
  • Prepare SEC filing documentation.
  • Recommend and implement operational control solutions.
  • Prepare materials for investors and the Board.
• Project Management:
  • Maintain flexible hours for international coordination.
  • Perform various projects in a dynamic environment.

Reporting Relationships:

• This position will not have direct reports.

Travel:

• 0% - 5% (On occasion/as needed for training, etc.)

Estimated Salary Range:

• $47,000-$67,000 Annually.

US Physical Requirements:

Office Physical Requirements:

All positions in our office require interaction with people and technology while either standing or sitting. To best service our customers, internal and external, all associates must be able to communicate face-to-face and on the phone with or without reasonable accommodation. First Solar is committed to compliance with its obligations under all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination. In keeping with this commitment, it attempts to reasonably accommodate applicants and employees in accordance with the requirements of the disability discrimination laws. It also invites individuals with disabilities to participate in a good faith, interactive process to identify reasonable accommodations that can be made without imposing an undue hardship.

Potential candidates will meet the education and experience requirements provided on the above job description and excel in completing the listed responsibilities for this role. All candidates receiving an offer of employment must successfully complete a background check and any other tests that may be required.

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 are a driving force in the success of our company.