Manager, Consolidation

Location

Halifax, NS | Canada

Job description

Job Title:  Manager, Consolidation

Company Department: Financial Reporting, Emera Finance

Location: Halifax, NS

Employment Type: Regular, Full-time

Closing Date: March 13, 2024

Reference number: 2024 - 2701

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Financial Reporting, you will be a key member of the Emera Finance team. As the Manager, Consolidation, you are responsible for leading a small team of professionals through the coordination, preparation and review of Emera’s monthly, quarterly and annual consolidated financial results and related internal reporting in compliance with USGAAP. You will also be a key contributor in the timely and accurate delivery of Emera’s MD&A and financial statements on a quarterly and annual basis. This role is cross-functional and requires you to work closely with various business units and operations across the Emera enterprise in a variety of jurisdictions including the US and Caribbean.

• Responsible for leading a team through the monthly financial consolidation process, including consolidation entries and reconciliation of intercompany accounts;
• Responsible for foreign currency translation impacts on the consolidation;
• Ensuring that the consolidation and any related accounting considerations are in compliance with USGAAP;
• Collaborating and coordinating with Emera’s affiliates to deliver timely and accurate reporting of monthly and quarterly results against forecasts, budget and prior year;
• Leading and providing guidance and mentorship to direct reports and other Finance team members;
• Upholding the consolidation framework in the consolidation system, including mapping of companies and accounts, intercompany processes, foreign currency considerations, updating reports and training Emera and affiliate employees;
• Working with other corporate finance groups and Emera affiliates to ensure transactions are recorded accurately and timely;
• Ensuring compliance with internal control requirements;
• Collaborating with external auditors to monitor the status and completion of the quarterly reviews and annual audit process;
• Key contributor to the timely and accurate preparation and review of quarterly and annual MD&A and financial statements in a multi-jurisdictional, publicly traded reporting environment under USGAAP and other internal and external reporting documents as required;
• Identification and implementation of continuous improvements; and
• Ad hoc reporting and projects as required.

As the ideal candidate you recognize yourself in most of the following competencies:

• A CPA designation is required;
• 5-7 years of progressive experience with a focus on consolidation. Public company consolidation and financial reporting experience would be considered an asset;
• Comprehensive and advanced knowledge of accounting and consolidation processes;
• Experience preparing and reviewing MD&A and financial statement disclosures;
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills;
• Ability to handle large volumes of work with tight deadlines as part of a dynamic team environment, and ability to manage ad-hoc requests as required;
• Ability to focus on overall process, while at the same time able to dive into transactional detail if needed to resolve questions or issues;
• Ability to review data for reasonability and identify drivers of results;
• A strong team leader with strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain effective business relationships;
• Brings enthusiasm, initiative, and a strong commitment to professional development;
• Knowledge of USGAAP and rate-regulated accounting would be considered an asset; and
• Experience with consolidation and financial reporting software (Hyperion Financial Management, OneStream, and Cognos Disclosure Management) would be considered an asset.

The Manager, Consolidation will uphold the highest standards of discretion and confidentiality and exercise good judgment. The successful candidate will be a visible leader who cultivates innovation and supports change to ensure the business continually evolves. Furthermore, they will build strong, collaborative relationships that achieve strategic goals and drive results. The Manager, Consolidation will encourage others to speak about ethical concerns, listen when issues are brought forward, and take action to address any issues. Lastly, they will motivate their team to perform at higher levels and deliver exceptional service as well as set and achieve goals for their department.

We understand that experience comes in many forms, and we’re dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team. So, if your experience is close to what we’ve listed above, please consider applying.

At the Emera Group of Companies , you’ll be part of an inclusive, respectful workplace where everyone is welcomed and supported. Come build a career as unique as you are: making an impact from Atlantic Canada to the world. Your experience and perspective will help us to safely deliver cleaner, more reliable energy to our customers.  

If working in an innovative environment, challenging yourself, and shaping a cleaner energy future inspires you, we want to hear from you. Apply by March 13, 2024 and let us know why this role is right for you.

- Flexibility : Hybrid work model with 2 flexible remote workdays.

- Health & Wellbeing : A comprehensive benefits plan, 24/7 access to virtual health care services for you and your family through Dialogue, access to a free on-site fitness centre, Employee and Family Assistance Program, parental leave top-up plan and wellness benefits.

- Grow Your Career : Opportunities to advance within and between our affiliate companies, a focus on employee development and available sponsored education programs.

- Community Engagement & Care : Corporate investments in the places where our people live and work, mentoring opportunities, fundraising-matching & volunteer programs, various committees and employee resource groups, and scholarships for children of employees.

- Competitive Compensation : Short-term incentive plans and a Defined Contribution Pension Plan.

As one of Atlantic Canada’s largest publicly traded companies, we are ranked one of  , and  . We know our success is driven by our dedicated teams and we  strongly encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including persons who identify as racially visible, Indigenous, persons with disabilities, women in underrepresented roles and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.

Applicants from these equity groups may self-identify through the online application process. We support candidates and employees with access and accommodation needs and encourage you to let us know when you require accommodation.

The success of the Emera Company is driven by its people: a strong team with a shared commitment to support the   . The purpose of our recruitment policy is to provide a consistent framework to support fair and equitable attraction, hiring, and retention of the best talent for vacant positions. We are dedicated to maintaining a fair hiring process that provides equitable opportunities to all our applicants and is guided by our company values.

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