Cost Accountant - Manufacturing
Date: Mar 17, 2026
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 1,500 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 Cost Accountant is highly involved with the daily and monthly accounting activities for the HemlockSemiconductor entities. Additional responsibilities include assistance in preparation of annual fi nancialstatements and footnotes, revenue and expense analysis, and support of audits and other fi nancial initiatives.
Essential Functions
- Participate in closing the fi nancial books of the Hemlock legal entities at month-end and year-end. Thisincludes ensuring inventory values are correctly stated, reviewing and calculating accruals and analyzingmanufacturing 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 gather updates for inventory standard costs as appropriate.
- Ensure that internal controls related to period-end reporting are followed. This includes making sure there istimely reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts and preparation of monthly cerifi cation files.
- Assist in preparation of annual fi nancial statement and footnotes for the Hemlock entities.
- Review and analyze period expenses and provide fi nancial support for department managers
- Provide support for product cost-related projects
- Peer reviews and cross-training with other Finance team members
Skills and Behaviors
Education Requirements
Required Work Experience
- 2-6 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 ofworking with others to meet team commitments and common objectives, is appreciative of thedifferences in people and cultures, and strives to leverage relationships for the benefit of theCompany.
The range for this position is $80,400 - $110,550 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.
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