Supervisor, Accounting

Job title: Supervisor, Accounting

Company: TransAlta

Job description: WHO WE ARE“Energizing the Future.”TransAlta owns, operates, and develops a diverse fleet of electrical generation assets in Canada, the United States, and Australia, providing municipalities, industries, and businesses with safe, low-cost, and reliable clean electricity.For over 111 years, TransAlta has been a responsible operator and proud community member where its employees work and live. We are committed to fostering a dynamic, productive, and safe work environment. Our employees contribute to a diverse, open, and transparent culture with clear accountabilities, strong leadership, and challenging opportunities for personal career growth.For more information about TransAlta, visit our website at, .Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and InclusionIt is our collective mission to ensure that every single employee feels a sense of inclusion and belonging and can show up to work as their true authentic self.TransAlta is committed to hiring a diverse workforce including women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and members of the LGBTQ2+ community. TransAlta believes that diversity enhances the quality of its performance, is an essential element of effective corporate governance, and cultivates a strong workplace culture.ABOUT THE ROLETransAlta is seeking a Supervisor, Accounting, to join our team. Reporting directly to the Manager, Accounting & Settlements, this role is responsible for leading a team that oversees the company’s Accounting functions.The ideal candidate will be an experienced accountant with in-depth technical knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and a track record of strong leadership and coaching capabilities. Key responsibilities include managing the accounting cycle using our financial system of record, analyzing the results for accuracy and completeness and ensuring timely completion of key SOX controls.This role involves close collaboration with various Finance teams, HR, and IT business partners to achieve corporate goals. The successful candidate will also support the accounting team by providing direction, guidance, and accounting expertise to business operations, including marketing and sales.WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Develop and execute the 1-2 year strategic plan for the team, ensuring the achievement of annual objectives.
• Lead, coach, and support a high-performing accounting team.
• Oversee financial governance by implementing and maintaining efficient financial processes and controls, ensuring compliance with IFRS and SOX requirements.
• Direct the accurate and timely capture of business and financial results, including closing entries, account reconciliations, and risk assessments of systems and reconciliation processes.
• Manage the application of accounting treatments and disclosures in coordination with the External Accounting function.
• Stay current with IFRS accounting standards.
• Guide the accounting cycle through changes in contracts, markets, business growth, and expansion.
• Deliver key external reporting for two public entities, ensuring compliance with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), IFRS reporting, and corporate policies.
• Fulfill additional responsibilities as assigned.

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOUTo be successful in this role, we are looking for the following must-have qualifications and experience:

• Required, with a minimum of 5+ years of post-designation experience.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience, specifically in leadership roles.
• Working knowledge of interpreting agreements and thorough understanding of the associated accounting practices.
• Experience with SOX compliance.
• Knowledge of electricity markets in Canada, the United States and Australia.
• Ability to understand critical success factors behind trading strategies, tactics, and the underlying themes affecting actual results.

• Proven ability to lead a team in maximizing the use of existing systems (e.g., SAP) and other IT applications.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the capacity to make timely decisions or delegate tasks effectively.
• Demonstrated supervisory skills, including building, leading, and developing diverse teams in a professional manner, while fostering trust and engagement.
• Ability to influence, negotiate, and facilitate buy-in with various cross-functional stakeholders.
• Flexibility and adaptability to take on new responsibilities as needed.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and foster a positive organizational culture, promoting values such as inclusivity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Proven track record of inspiring and motivating teams to achieve high performance and align with the company’s mission and values.

WHAT WE OFFERWe offer our employees comprehensive and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, annual incentives, and a rewards program. To learn more about how we can energize your future, check out our new .Become part of our TransAlta team today! We look forward to reviewing your application. All applications will be reviewed in a timely manner to the best of our abilities. We appreciate your patience and understanding during the recruitment process.

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Location: Calgary, AB

Job date: Tue, 24 Sep 2024 22:39:39 GMT

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