Temporary Specialist, Accounting - Mississauga, Canada - Alectra Utilities

Alectra Utilities

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Mississauga, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

The Opportunity

Job Posting Number:

Position:

Temporary Specialist, Accounting
- (*2 years contract)_

Location:

Mississauga (Derry) (Hybrid: Remote/In-office)**Reports to:
Manager, Accounting

Business Unit:

Finance & Regulatory

Division:
**Finance

Hours per Week:

35

Rate of Pay:

Number of Openings:

1

Union:

No

Open:

November 29, 2023

Close:

December 12, 2023

Alectra is committed to putting our people first in providing a positive employee experience and a safe work environment. Our Hybrid Workplace policy allows for an effective balance for employees with the opportunity to work in a hybrid environment; a combination of Remote / Inoffice work based on operational requirements._

Position Purpose:

The Specialist, Accounting is responsible for the preparation of the key quarterly notes to the financial statements for the Accounting team and supports various key financial analysis and process improvements.

This role provides support to internal and external audits and is responsible for preparing various reporting schedules.

Responsibilities:

Preparation of quarterly and annual notes to the IFRS financial statements including comparative information and analysis
Preparation and analysis for various annual assessment to ensure provisions are accurately reflected in company's financial results
Liaison with external audit, coordinates and prepares supporting documentation as part of the interim and annual audits
Provide support and financial analysis to accounting group and other business units to ensure accuracy and compliance with internal processes and IFRS.
Overall responsibility for ensuring all consolidating entries are performed accurately based on IFRS and ensuring controls are implemented to ensure the consolidation of financial statements are done correctly.
Coordinate the completion of monthly account reconciliations.
Participates in the testing of timesheet and payroll process improvements; work with confidential payroll data and ensure testing from time entry to payroll is thoroughly performed
Plays a key role in process improvements for the accounting team by participating in cross functional teams.
Identifies and recommends process or procedural improvements to improve the quality and timeliness of financial information and to increase operational efficiency and effectiveness for financial accounting
Continuously improves the efficiency and accuracy of the reporting process including automation of the accounting tools
Streamline work processes through automation and innovation. In coordination with the thirdparty implementer, IT and business groups, evaluate and document company's business processes both operational and financial, including current process analysis and proposed revisions, participate in design, testing and implementation.
Ensure compliance to legislative, regulatory and Health & Safety policies, procedures and standards as applicable
Perform other duties as assigned

Education & Specialized Knowledge:

Postsecondary education in Business Administration, Finance, or Accounting
CMA/CGA/CA/CPA designation
Strong technical accounting knowledge, including thorough knowledge of IFRS
Advanced level of knowledge and experience in financial modeling and management reporting
Superior proficiency with ITbased automated reporting tools

Experience:

A minimum of 3 years related work experience including financial reporting and analysis
Extensive working knowledge of Tier I ERP systems and other related reporting systems
Knowledge of the energy and utility industries, including a solid understanding of the regulatory environment

Skills/Abilities/Competencies:

Highly selfmotivated and directed
Ability to identify process gaps and recommend new processes
Demonstrated high level of attention to detail and accuracy
Solid problemsolving and analytical skills with the ability to provide practical and/or innovative solutions to complex technical issues
Strong written and presentation skills, with the ability to explain technical information in an organized and concise way
Ability to plan, prioritize and execute multiple projects and initiatives within established timelines
Ability to build and maintain collaborative working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Must hold and maintain a valid class "G" driver's license

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We thank all applicants for their interest in a career with Alectra. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.