Finance Manager

Do you want to be on the cutting edge of the clean energy and climate tech industry? Are you excited about the intersection of renewable energy and the circular economy? We are too. And that's why we launched SOLARCYCLE, an advanced technology-based recycling company.

The solar industry needs a global end-of-life partner to restore, renew, and ultimately recycle yesterday's solar panels for tomorrow's clean energy projects. SOLARCYCLE aims to be the partner of choice for solar asset owners looking for a responsible solution to their end-of-life system needs. And we need you to direct our field operations to help us become a leader in this new burgeoning sector in the renewable energy industry.

About the Role:

The Finance Manager will support the CFO and the broader operations team by overseeing capital project budgets, analyzing manufacturing costs, and reporting on key operational metrics. This individual will work closely with project managers and the operations team to ensure that capital investments align with strategic objectives and are executed efficiently. The Finance Manager will also collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Sales, and IT.

The ideal candidate will be an analytical and detail-oriented finance professional with at least 5 years of experience in capital project finance and manufacturing cost analysis, along with a strong desire to support business growth and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the financial monitoring of capital projects, including budget development, expenditure tracking, and variance analysis to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Conduct detailed manufacturing cost analysis to identify trends, opportunities for cost savings, and areas for operational improvement.
• Collaborate with project managers to develop financial models that assess the feasibility and profitability of new projects.
• Generate and present financial reports on capital projects and manufacturing costs to upper management, providing insights to drive decision-making.
• Assist in the onboarding of new projects by providing financial assessments and recommendations.
• Support the organization of the Finance department's documentation related to capital projects and cost analysis.
• Collaborate with IT and operations teams to ensure financial data integrity and facilitate cross-departmental communication regarding project financials.
• Work closely with the operations team to develop and implement cost management strategies and improve overall financial performance.
• Support preparation for financial audits related to capital expenditures and compliance with financial regulations.
• Other duties may be assigned as necessary.
  
  

Education, Training, and Professional Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.
• 5-10 years of professional experience in finance operations, capital project monitoring, or manufacturing cost analysis.
• Strong analytical skills and experience performing data analysis in Excel, Power BI, and/or similar software tools.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Passion for sustainability and operational excellence in the manufacturing sector.
• Familiarity with project management principles and methodologies is preferred.
  
  

You don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. If you think this role is for you but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right person for this role.

You will be working alongside a highly successful team who deliver amazing innovative work in the solar PV industry! The solar industry needs a global end-of-life partner to restore, renew and ultimately recycle yesterday's solar panels for tomorrow's clean energy projects. SOLARCYCLE aims to be the partner of choice for solar asset owners looking for a responsible solution to their end-of-life system needs.

Solar power is one of the most powerful tools humanity has in our fight against climate change. But for solar to truly scale to its full potential, we need to create renewable supply chains and a vibrant secondary market for upcycled panels and recycled materials. Since its launch in 2022, SOLARCYCLE has assembled a world-class management team with experience scaling companies and organizations such as Amazon, Nextracker, Sierra Club, Solaria, and SunPower. The company has secured high-volume contracts with industry leaders such as AES, EDF Renewables North America, EDP Renewables North America, Greenbacker, Ørsted, Qcells, Silfab, Silicon Ranch, and Sunrun. This is the next frontier - ensuring a cleaner, more sustainable and domestic supply of the critical minerals needed for the next wave of solar. We exist to make clean energy massively scalable and even more sustainable by radically advancing recycling technology and infrastructure for the solar industry. If this resonates with you, we really want to meet you.