Sr. Finance Manager

Job Description:

Job Summary

We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Senior Finance Manager in Fremont, CA or Mesa, AZ who will support a key Business Unit and partner closely with BU leadership across the company. This role will drive financial planning, business performance, manufacturing finance, and strategic decision-making to support profitable growth and operational excellence. The ideal candidate brings deep manufacturing finance experience, strong financial modeling capabilities, and a proven track record supporting global businesses. Solar industry experience is required, with power electronics experience considered a strong advantage.

Key Responsibilities

Business Unit & Performance Management

• Serve as the primary finance partner to BU leadership, providing financial insights and decision support.
• Drive business performance through analysis of revenue, margins, operating expenses, and cash flow.
• Support strategic initiatives, pricing decisions, investment evaluations, and profitability improvement programs.

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes.
• Develop and maintain financial models, scenario analyses, and business cases.
• Perform variance analysis, communicate risks, opportunities, and key business drivers to leadership.

Manufacturing & Operations Finance

• Partner with Operations and Supply Chain teams to improve manufacturing efficiency and profitability.
• Monitor product costs, manufacturing variances, inventory, working capital, and capital investments.
• Support cost reduction initiatives and operational performance improvement programs.

Data Analytics & Process Improvement

• Develop KPI dashboards and management reporting tools to support business decisions.
• Leverage advanced analytics, AI tools, and automation to improve forecasting accuracy and operational insights.
• Drive continuous improvement in financial processes, reporting, and data governance.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; MBA preferred. CPA, CMA, CFA, or equivalent certification is a plus.

• 15+ years of progressive finance experience, including significant experience in Manufacturing Finance, FP&A, or Business Unit Finance in solar industry
• Strong financial modeling, forecasting, and business analysis skills.

• Experience supporting manufacturing operations and cost management in a global environment; experience in renewable energy, with power electronics experience a plus.

• Advanced Excel and ERP system experience (i.e. Oracle, NetSuite, SAP or similar).
• Experience with Power BI, Tableau, AI-enabled analytics, or digital finance transformation.

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence senior leaders. Proven ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, global organization.

Nextpower offers a comprehensive benefits package. We provide health care coverage, dental and vision, 401(K) participation including company matching, company paid holidays with unlimited paid time off, generous discretionary company bonuses, life and disability protection and more. Employees in certain positions may be eligible for stock compensation. All plans are in accordance with relevant plan documents. For more information on Nextpowers benefits please view our company website at www.Nextpower.com.

Pay is based on market location and may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education and other job-related reasons. The annual salary range for this position is $150,000.00-$190,000.00. (Applicable to California)

NEXRSR

At Nextpower, we are driving the global energy transition with an integrated clean energy technology platform that combines intelligent structural, electrical, and digital solutions for utility-scale power plants. Our comprehensive portfolio enables faster project delivery, higher performance, and greater reliability, helping our customers capture the full value of solar power. Our talented worldwide teams are redefining how solar power plants are designed, built, and operated every day with smart technology, data-driven insights, and advanced automation. Together, we’re building the foundation for the world’s next generation of clean energy infrastructure.

Nextpower is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.