Accountant, Regulatory & Financial Strategies

Edmonton - Canada

Yearly Salary: $ 87376 - 109697

Posted on: 8 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

This position reporting to the Finance Manager is responsible for preparing financial analytics and will contribute to the development of financial recommendations for operational areas. Key activities include developing spreadsheets for financial planning and forecasting preparing budget submissions completing month end and completing variance reporting. The role offers the opportunity to collaborate with various business partners and contribute to the financial success of the organization.

What will you do

Provide on-going accounting support for a municipally-owned utility
Support the team as the point of contact on work with various external utilities including review of reports rate filings budget and miscellaneous projects
Prepare month end and year end tasks to meet corporate timelines
Conduct analysis of monthly results budgets actuals one time items and any additional analysis as needed to meet corporate reporting requirements
Participate in the preparation and maintenance of capital profiles ensuring funding options are considered
Provide support in analysis of cost drivers and identifying potential areas where financial issues may occur
Conduct analysis of data to support budget adjustments ensuring that any rate changes are identified
Conduct comparisons benchmarking forecasting projections recovery ratios and links to related agreements
Update information into the corporate budget system and the supporting documentation
Prepare supporting analysis for the annual utility rate filings
Other related responsibilities

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Professional designation is required CPA CA CMA or CGA
Minimum three years of progressively responsible related accounting experience preferably within the public sector and utility environment

Assets:

Large corporation experience
Capital accounting experience including capital financial planning and budgeting
Experience working with month end tasks and variance reporting
Utility experience

Skills required for success:

Familiarity with Accounting Standards
Knowledge and experience with Google Sheets Docs and Slides
Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Excel SAP and related systems
Thorough understanding of general accounting activities (operating and capital)
Thorough knowledge of corporate and departmental policy and procedures
Thorough knowledge of corporate financial system and inter-relationships to departmental accounting
Significant experience and proficiency in major financial and analytical software systems
High level analytical and conceptual skills to identify and resolve complex financial problems
Compliance with generally accepted accounting principles CICA Handbook IFRS and Public Accounting Standards recommendations
Must have a good working knowledge of most City functions and the type of work each department provides
Strong problem solving skills and effective communication
Excellent customer service while ensuring adherence to professional standards
Ability to effectively communicate and maintain working relationships with all levels of management and non-management personnel
Excellent customer service while adhering to professional standards
Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies ( a culture of equity diversity reconciliation and inclusion

Work Environment:

Note: This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement with the flexibility to work from both home and the worksite as per the Letter of Understanding between the City of Edmonton and Civic Service Union 52
The weekly hours of work for this position are currently under review and may change at a future time. Any changes will be made in accordance with the City of Edmonton/Civic Service Union 52 collective agreement and the incumbent will be notified in advance.
Applicants may be tested

The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills experiences and competencies and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation please contact . Learn more about our benefits to 1 permanent full-time position

Hours of Work: 40 hours per week. Monday-Friday

Salary Range: $41.847 - $52.537 (Hourly); $87376.54 - $109697.26 (Annually)

Recruitment Consultant: RD/SB

Edmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis Nation