Specialist, Accounting

Overview

Prepare IFRS notes, support audits, analysis, improve processes, ensure compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• process automation
• financial consolidation
• ifrs reporting
• audit liaison
• account reconciliation
• payroll testing

Tasks

-Streamline work processes through automation and innovation. In coordination with the third-party 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 -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. -Continuously improves the efficiency and accuracy of the reporting process including automation of the accounting tools -Plays a key role in process improvements for the accounting team by participating in cross functional teams. -Liaison with external audit, coordinates and prepares supporting documentation as part of the interim and annual audits -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 -Preparation and analysis for various annual assessment to ensure provisions are accurately reflected in company’s financial results -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 -Preparation of quarterly and annual notes to the IFRS financial statements including comparative information and analysis -Coordinate the completion of monthly account reconciliations. -Provide support and financial analysis to accounting group and other business units to ensure accuracy and compliance with internal processes and IFRS.

Requirements

• excel
• erp
• ifrs
• cpa
• financial modeling
• 3 years

What You Bring

-Strong written and presentation skills, with the ability to explain technical information in an organized and concise way -Superior proficiency with Excel application including macros and advance formulas -Solid problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to provide practical and/or innovative solutions to complex technical issues -Extensive working knowledge of Tier I ERP systems and other related reporting systems -Highly self-motivated and directed -Ability to identify process gaps and recommend new processes -Superior proficiency with IT-based automated reporting tools -Proficiency with other MS Office applications -Strong technical accounting knowledge, including thorough knowledge of IFRS -Ability to build and maintain collaborative working relationships with internal and external stakeholders -CMA/CGA/CA/CPA designation -Ability to plan, prioritize and execute multiple projects and initiatives within established timelines -Demonstrated high level of attention to detail and accuracy -Advanced level of knowledge and experience in financial modeling and management reporting -Knowledge of the energy and utility industries, including a solid understanding of the regulatory environment -Post-secondary education in Business Administration, Finance, or Accounting -Must hold and maintain a valid class “G” driver’s license -A minimum of 3 years related work experience including financial reporting and analysis

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Benefits

-We care about you work-life balance. Understanding that taking time off is essential to employee well-being, sustained productivity and high performance, we offer the following: -We offer comprehensive benefits. From health and wellness programs to financial security though our Defined Benefit Pension Plan – we offer a robust benefits package that supports you and your family. -Hybrid work environment: Based on operational requirements, we offer flexible working arrangements that include working remotely or on-site. -Hybrid work environment (if applicable): Based on operational requirements, we offer flexible working arrangements that include working remotely or on-site. -We invest in your career development. At Alectra, we care about our team’s future through offering ongoing trainings, mentorship and learning opportunities. -Disconnecting from work: We prioritize your well-being through our “Disconnect from Work” policy which ensures you can maintain a healthy work-life balance. -Time off: At Alectra, we offer various time off options for our employees including vacation time, personal days, milestone parental leave top-up, volunteer days and bereavement days. -Hybrid: This role is based in a hybrid environment, allowing for a mix of remote and in-office work to support team collaboration and business needs.

About Alectra Inc.

-As Canada’s largest municipally-owned electric utility by customer base, it serves over 1 million homes and businesses. -Its financial strategy includes issuing large debenture offerings and investing roughly C$300 million annually in infrastructure renewal. -Specializing in grid modernization, EV charging networks, distributed energy, sub-metering, and smart metering projects. -Through its Alectra Energy Solutions arm, it delivers turnkey EV fleet and transit electrification—installing 90+ charging stations. -Unusual breadth: combines traditional electricity distribution with cloud-based energy market platforms and behind-the-meter solutions. -Operates storm-restoration businesses across Eastern Canada and the U.S., becoming the region’s largest power-restoration firm.

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