Sr. Specialist, Commercial & Financial Reporting

A little about Capital Power

Capital Power (TSX: CPX) is dedicated to Powering Change by Changing Power. This north star guides our ambitions, focus, and actions as we transform our energy system to power a lower-carbon future. We're a growth-oriented North American energy company headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta. Our team safely delivers, builds, and creates balanced energy solutions for customers across North America.

Our people are at the core of our journey to deliver reliable, affordable, and lower-carbon power solutions. We provide purpose-driven work in a safe and inclusive environment, and we live by our North Star. With us, your contributions matter – we want you to be empowered to innovate, collaborate, and ultimately drive results. We're here to partner with you so you can learn, grow, and forge a career that's meaningful to you. Join us in powering North America!

Your Opportunity

One Permanent Full Time Position.

Capital Power is currently seeking an innovative and results-driven individual to join our Financial Planning and Analysis team.

The Financial Planning and Analysis team has overall accountability of Capital Power’s Consolidated Budget, Forecasts and Long-Term Plan critical to managing the financial performance of the Company.

Reporting to the Head of Financial Planning and Analysis, the Sr. Specialist assists in the consolidation and reporting of forward-looking financial and supplementary information to Management.

The role will work with members within the Financial Planning and Analysis team as well as collaborate with other cross-functional teams as required to provide Management with accurate, efficient, and timely consolidated results for the quarterly forecasts, annual budget and Long-Term Plan in accordance with planning policies and procedures.

You will contribute to our team by:

• Preparing consolidated forward-looking financial statements for the annual budget and quarterly forecasts for the Company.
• Compiling and reporting supplementary financial metrics and other non-GAAP measures for Management decision-making.
• Assisting in the preparation of the LTP including, but not limited to, the verification of inputs, plan over plan variance analysis, and report development/delivery.
• Managing the cross-functional data flow of business drivers/inputs in the areas of financing, tax, and capital expenditures to produce quarterly forecasts and annual budgets in accordance with deliverable dates.
• Provide analysis to Management which identify trends, changes to business drivers, and impacts to the future financial outlook.
• Supporting the review process of outputs/results from all levels of the organization by providing access to timely and accurate information as well as any key findings to cross-functional subject matter experts.
• Providing input and recommendations in the development of new budgeting policies, procedures, and reporting to adapt to new and/or evolving business requirements.
• Execute the implementation of new/changes to business requirements as it relates to area of expertise within the team.
• Leading or supporting special projects as it relates to area of expertise within the team.
• Ensuring strong procedures are maintained through process documentation and appropriate controls.
• Leading effort in innovation and continuous improvement of processes including providing recommendations for optimal use of the Hyperion and EPM Cloud Planning systems to deliver results efficiently and efficiently.
• Assisting in the maintenance of the Hyperion Planning and EPM Cloud systems which includes system upgrades and testing.
• Providing input in departmental strategic plan which includes highlighting of risks and opportunities, staffing, and IT solutions.
• Maintaining strong collaborative relationships within Financial Planning and Analysis team and cross-functional groups where interaction with budgeting and forecasting is required.

What you will bring to the role:

Education:

• Post-Secondary Degree in Business or equivalent.
• Professional Accounting Designation (Chartered Professional Accountant).

Experience:

• 5 years experience post designation in financial reporting or budgeting and planning.

Technical Skills:

• Financial statement preparation experience an asset.
• Ability to communicate professionally in both verbal and written form.
• Advanced competencies with Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with Hyperion Planning, EPM Planning or other comparable financial planning systems considered an asset.

Working Conditions:

• Hybrid Office/Work from home position, with possible very minimal travel to meet business users at Capital Power facilities or other offices.
• Overtime hours required during peak periods (Quarter End/Year End), including weekends based on timing of deadlines.

Additional Details:

This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

Clearance of Credit check is required for this position.

In order to be considered for this role you must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

The successful candidate for this position will undergo an education verification, reference checks and criminal record check.

Capital Power employees that refer a successful candidate for this position are eligible for a $1000 Referral Reward!

We believe that creating a culture that supports employee physical, mental, financial, and social wellbeing is critical to our success. That is why we provide flexible and affordable employee benefits, retirement savings, and paid time off programs. We also provide comprehensive onboarding, training, and programs supporting your career development.
Depending on the posting requirements relocation assistance may be available.

How To Apply and Next Steps

Capital Power only accepts resumes via online application at www.capitalpower.com/careers. If you choose to submit your resume by any other means, we cannot guarantee that your application will be considered for vacancies.

Applicants with disabilities who require a reasonable accommodation to complete their application can request accessible formats, communication support, or other accessibility assistance by contacting
careers@capitalpower.com.

Capital Power is committed to providing a fair and transparent hiring process. We recognize and embrace the value of diversity and hire employees with the appropriate skills, experience and knowledge for each position.

Thank you for taking the time to apply and expressing interest in powering a sustainable future with Capital Power! We wish that we could personally respond to everyone who applies; however, it is our practice to contact only those individuals selected for interviews.