Stock and Reporting Analyst, First Solar - Tempe AZ

Job Title:     Stock and Reporting Analyst

Description:

First Solar is a leader in the development and manufacturing of thin film solar modules used in grid-connected solar power plants. Our high growth and position in the renewable energy industry offers outstanding opportunities to individuals seeking an exciting work environment in one of the most important industries for the 21st century. Our culture is one where teamwork, continuous improvement, achievement of results, and environmental responsibility are core values. We are seeking new associates that are motivated to contribute their talents to making cost effective solar energy an important part of the world's energy mix.   

Basic Job Functions:

This position primarily supports our external reporting and stock administration function and works closely with various external and internal customers. 

Experience:

• 1 to 3 years working for a public company or a public accounting firm


• Experience in stock administration preferred


• Strong working knowledge of Equity Edge software a plus

Education :

• BS in Finance/Accounting


• CEP Level I or II preferred

 

Required Skills :

• Basic accounting and stock administration knowledge including familiarity with FAS123R, regulatory, legal, US and non-US tax rules affecting the treatment of equity compensation


• Strong attention to detail and being able to work accurately under sometimes tight deadlines in a fast paced environment


• Ability to work collaboratively and build credible relationships within the organization


• Ability to process confidential data and maintain complete discretion


• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills


• Excellent customer service skills


• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)


• Must be self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and in a team environment


• Strong organizational skills

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Administer certain employee equity transactions, including processing of employee award grants, exercises, cancellations and other transactions


• Communicate and process data with various other external and internal sources (e.g. brokers, transfer agents, internal Human Resource, Payroll, tax, and legal departments)


• Support preparation and documentation of all quarterly and annual SEC filings (10-Q, 10-K, Proxy Statements)


• Work with external auditors on various requests


• Prepare certain reconciliations for stock transactions or financial statements


• Maintain Equity Edge database and the integrity of the data


• Maintain and ensure SOX compliance for stock administration and external reporting function


• Preparing and filing of Section 16 reports


• Ad hoc projects as needed

 There is no relocation available for this position.

Contact: ksteele@firstsolar.com