Corporate Accountant

Job title: Corporate Accountant

Company: ATCO

Job description: Job Description:Division: ATCO Electric – DistributionLocation: EdmontonWhy Work Here?Always there. Anywhere. That’s us! We are committed to delivering inspired solutions for a better world. We care about our communities, we care about each other, and we care about showing up for those who need us. We never break a promise, and we have the courage to do the right thing, even when it’s hard. We take pride in holding ourselves to the highest standard of integrity and excellence in all that we do.Come join an unconventional utility – one that will challenge you while you grow and develop. ATCO has some exciting projects underway such as Decarbonization, Renewables, Solar Photovoltaics (PV), Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), Combined Heat & Power (CHP), Microgrids, and Electrification of transportation. We want you to help shape our energy future. Come be part of the change!Joining ATCO means being part of a community of people who are looking to change the world. It’s meaningful work that can only be achieved by helping each other, as we collectively look to the future. Collaborating and being professional, down to earth and caring – for one another and the communities we serve – is a core value that cultivates a sense of belonging. We treat people respectfully, entrust them to be their best and take every opportunity to ensure they feel part of our community.About the Role:As an Accountant, you will play an integral part in preparing and assisting within the Finance function for ATCO Electric Yukon, a division of ATCO Electric, servicing twelve communities in the Yukon. The Accountant is responsible for month-end and year-end close processes, financial statement preparation, monthly operational reports preparation, as well as gathering budgeting and forecasting inputs to support strategic decision making.What You Get to Do:

• Using knowledge of GAAP and IFRS, assist in providing management with a wide variety of meaningful, accurate and timely financial information and reports
• Review the monthly Administrative & General (A&G) and Operations & Maintenance (O&M) accounts
• Prepare balance sheets and bank reconciliations, cash forecasts, and GST filings
• Arrange quarterly audit packs, working closely with internal controls and external auditors
• Complete month-end journal entries and reversals
• Generate monthly Management Reports, as well as O&M variance explanations and forecast
• Prepare and review the month end affiliate accounting and billings transactions
• Analyze and investigate unusual financial results including deviations from budget and forecast
• Provide insights and recommendations based on historical data and trends
• Recommend improvements in the workflow process of the O&M business plan
• Assist with General Rate Application materials

What You Bring:

• Undergraduate degree in Business, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field
• A professional Canadian accounting designation (CPA) with a minimum of three (3) years of progressive experience
• Understanding of the end-to-end accounting cycle
• Experience in a fast-paced commercial environment with demonstrated success in managing multiple tasks within constrained timelines
• Proven ability to interact and communicate effectively with team members, auditors, senior leadership and other business units
• Strong MS Office skills (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Experience with consolidation & reporting software (Oracle, FCCS, Workiva) is an asset
• Knowledge of utility-specific rules and regulations is advantageous
• Exceptional analytical skills
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Critical thinking and professional judgement to ensure a high quality of work
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
• Collaborative team player with an ability to also work independently

What We Offer:

• A culture based on caring, integrity, agility, collaboration, and striving for excellence
• Competitive compensation
• Flex benefits
• Tuition assistance program
• Training and mentorship programs
• Charitable donation matching

We would like to thank everyone for their application; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.ATCO Electric is part of ATCO Ltd. ATCO delivers inspired solutions for a better world. We are a diversified global corporation with investments in the essential services of Structures & Logistics, Utilities, Energy Infrastructure, Retail Energy, Transportation and Commercial Real Estate. Learn more about how we build communities, energize industries and deliver customer-focused solutions like no other company in the world at . ATCO is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Visit our website for more information.

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Location: Edmonton, AB

Job date: Fri, 22 Nov 2024 00:09:49 GMT

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