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Date: Apr 22, 2025

Location: Hemlock, MI, US, 48626

Company: hemlocksem

At Hemlock Semiconductor (HSC), we transform people’s lives by energizing and connecting our world through silicon technology. Since 1961, HSC has been a leading global provider of hyper-pure polysilicon, and is the only polysilicon manufacturer headquartered in the United States. HSC plays an essential role in the semiconductor and solar industries, with the vision of becoming the preferred supplier of silicon-enabled technologies to the low-carbon, digital world.

 

Our polysilicon is used to make computer chips – the “brains” behind the electronic devices we rely on to make our lives easier, safer and more enjoyable. HSC is just one of six major manufacturers in the world that makes polysilicon used to create semiconductor wafers. In fact, nearly all electronic devices in the world contain HSC polysilicon.

 

We’re also moving the world toward a greener future by supplying the rapidly growing solar power industry. HSC is committed to doing good for our local Michigan and global communities, relentlessly improving our operations to remove supply chain carbon emissions. The low embodied greenhouse gas emissions in our polysilicon materials facilitates the production of ultra low-carbon solar panels. These panels allow solar project developers and owners to lower the embodied carbon of their projects by up to 50 percent.

 

To achieve our goals, we draw on the talents of more than 1,350 employees and contractors. Our employees thrive in a culture that values teamwork, excellence, responsibility and customer focus. We recognize and value the diverse backgrounds and experiences of all of our people working together as One Team. At HSC, you belong to a team that is transforming our world.

 

Summary

The accountant is highly involved with the daily and monthly accounting activities for the Hemlock Semiconductor entities. Additional responsibilities include assistance in preparation of annual financial statements and footnotes, revenue and expense analysis, and support of audits and other financial initiatives. 

Essential Functions

- Participate in closing the financial books of the Hemlock legal entities at month-end and year-end. This includes ensuring inventory values are correctly stated, reviewing and calculating accruals and analyzing manufacturing cost variances. 

- Ensure fixed assets and capital leases are properly accounted for by tracking acquisitions, disposals, and depreciation. 

- Coordinate period review of product costs and facilitate update of inventory standard costs as appropriate. 

- Ensure that internal controls related to period-end reporting are followed. This includes making sure there is timely reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts and preparation of monthly certification files. 

- Assist in preparation of annual financial statement and footnotes for the Hemlock entities. 

- Review and analyze period expenses and provide financial support for department managers

- Provide support for product cost-related projects

- Peer reviews and cross-training with other Finance team members

Additional Duties/Responsibilities

  • Provide support for product cost-related projects.
  • Peer reviews and cross-training with other Finance team members

Skills

  • Experience working with SAP
  • Practical experience in manufacturing accounting/product costing
  • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word
  • Able to build and maintain excellent relationships with key internal and external contacts.
  • Experienced at effective problem-solving in unclear situations.
  • Good written and verbal communication and relationship-building skills.
  • Solid work ethic, sensitivity to deadlines, committed to getting the job done
  • Must be able to work with a minimum of supervision while keeping her/his supervisor adequately informed

Minimum Required Education/Certification

  • An undergraduate degree in finance or accounting
  • CPA or CMA is a plus

Behaviors

  • Unquestionable integrity
  • Establishes and adheres to very high standards of personal and professional excellence
  • Detail-oriented with an inquisitive mind. 
  • Possesses a can-do attitude, shows initiative and maintains strong sense of urgency for critical deadlines
  • Strong focus on “the team” is required; must be a team player who understands the value of working with others to meet team commitments and common objectives, is appreciative of the differences in people and cultures, and strives to leverage relationships for the benefit of HSC

Required Work Experience

- 2-5 years of professional experience in a related field

- Establishes and adheres to very high standards of personal and professional excellence

- Strong focus on "the team" is required; must be a team player who understands the value of working with others to meet team commitments and common objectives, is appreciative of the differences in people and cultures, and strives to leverage relationships for the benefit of the Company. 

Environment/Working Conditions

The individual in this environment often works at a fast pace with minimum to moderate supervision. The requirements of the business may cause frequent interruptions and changing priorities

 

Must be able to:

  • Complete multiple tasks and see them through completion.
  • Work independently, with excellent time management and judgment in prioritization skills.
  • React rapidly to evolving issues and dynamic scheduling situations with utmost discretion.
  • Collaborate effectively in team, department, or other work group situations.

 

The range for this position is $67,000 - $83,000 assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, variable bonus, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.

 

HSC is an equal employment opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, ancestry, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

 

If you are an individual with a disability and you need an accommodation or other assistance during the application process, please call our Human Resources department at:

 

989.301.5333
or email your request to
G1HSC-HR@hscpoly.com
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Req No. 858 


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