Financial Analyst

A little about Capital Power

Capital Power (TSX: CPX) is dedicated to powering a sustainable future for people and planet. Headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta, we're a growth-oriented North American power producer that creates innovative electricity solutions to electrify the world reliably and affordably while protecting the planet for future generations.

From Alberta to Alabama, we're innovating power generation as a collaborative team of experts and innovators. We believe in empowering our people and supporting them with holistic benefits and programs so they can thrive in all aspects of life. We provide purpose-driven work in a safe, inclusive environment, and we live by our

values
- With us, your contributions matter. We're here to partner with you so you can learn, innovate, and forge a career that's meaningful to you. Join us in powering a clean energy future

One Temporary (Up to 24 Months) Full Time Position

Capital Power Corporation is currently seeking an innovative and results-oriented individual to join our Financial Reporting team

As the Financial Analyst, reporting to the Manager, Canada West Reporting, you are accountable for the timely and accurate accounting, reporting and analysis of the Alberta Commercial Portfolio, including both generation facilities as well as the commodity portfolio management trading activities. This includes providing accounting support to the Commodities, Canada West Trading team, supporting related commodity settlement processes, monthly reporting and analysis of portfolio results, maintenance of financial reporting models, working with internal cross-functional business partners as well as performance of ad-hoc financial analysis in support of reporting requirements.

You Will Contribute to our team by- Preparing monthly accounting journal entries to record commodity portfolio management trading activities to support month end general ledger close process.- Analyzing various internal commodity transactions, including cross-border transactions, to ensure appropriate treatment.- Preparing and analyzing of the monthly financial report for the Alberta Commercial Portfolio, including collaboration with the Financial Planning and Analysis team.- Analyzing and reconciling of a number of key general ledger accounts.- Processing settlement of commodity management transactions including wholesale power and natural gas contracts as well as brokerage trading accounts.- Providing support to review of internal controls as well as external audit process.

What you will bring to the role

**Education**:
- Post secondary degree specializing in accounting.- CPA designation or nearing completion.

**Experience**:
- 3-5 years of accounting experience.- Experience in an energy or utilities company considered an asset.

Technical Skills:
- Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, ability to work with large sets of data.- Proficiency with Excel required.- Experience with Oracle Financials and Allegro would be an asset.

Working Conditions:
- Minimum travel required.- Hybrid Office/Work from home position.

Additional Details

Hours of Work: 7.5 hours per day, 37.5 hours per week

Union: CSU52 - T2

Wage: $44.72 - $53.35

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

Clearance of Credit check is required for this position.

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.


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.