Job Title: | Manager, Financial Reporting |
Company, Department: | Nova Scotia Power, Finance Department |
Location: | Halifax, Nova Scotia – Hybrid |
Type of Employment: | Regular, Full-Time |
Closing Date: | March 19th, 2024 |
Reference Number: | 2024-2683 |
Reporting to the Controller, the Manager, Financial Reporting will lead a team of professionals whose primary focus is the timely and accurate delivery of Nova Scotia Power’s key external financial reports as well as certain other routine and ad hoc reporting.
As the successful candidate, your Key Accountabilities will include:
- Responsibility for the timely and accurate delivery of quarterly and annual MD&A and financial statements in accordance with US GAAP.
- Responsibility for technical accounting and disclosure research under US GAAP.
- Oversight of quarterly regulatory financial statements.
- Oversight of pension accounting and annual pension financial statements.
- Active role in regulatory proceedings relating to financial matters.
- Supporting internal reporting of financial information to senior management.
- Collaborating with external auditors to manage the status and completion of the quarterly review and annual audit process.
- Oversight of the coordination, preparation, analysis and reporting of the annual budget and quarterly forecasts for Corporate Operating, Maintenance & General (“OM&G”) as well as oversight of the monthly recording, reporting and variance analysis for Corporate OM&G.
This dynamic role will appeal to the accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, and who is interested in the opportunity to gain a broad level of knowledge of our company and its industry.
You will be responsible for your personal safety and that of your co-workers by observing all Occupational Health and Safety Rules and Regulations.
To thrive in this role, you recognize yourself in most of the following competencies and skills listed below:
- A professional accounting designation (CPA - CA, CGA, and/or CMA) is required.
- You bring 5-7 years of related accounting experience of which at least 2 years were focused on public company disclosure and reporting requirements.
- Have current knowledge of US GAAP.
- Are experienced in preparing and reviewing MD&A and financial statement footnote disclosures.
- A detail-oriented mindset complimented by excellent organizational skills is critical.
- Ability to research and develop disclosure.
- Others describe you as a strong team player with outstanding communication and interpersonal skills; someone who can build and maintain effective business relationships.
- As a natural leader you bring demonstrated enthusiasm, initiative, and a strong commitment to professional development.
- Strong knowledge of Word and Excel.
- Experience leading a team and experience with consolidation and financial reporting software (Cognos Disclosure Management and Hyperion Financial Management) would be considered an asset.
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 19th, 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.
