Accountant, Energy Marketing Finance

TransAlta is hiring an Accountant for Energy Marketing Finance in Calgary. The role involves supporting the Supervisor with accounting for Energy Marketing transactions, ensuring compliance with financial standards, and preparing financial reports. It offers opportunities for growth and is based in a hybrid model, allowing for both office and remote work. TransAlta values diversity and inclusion in its workforce.
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, www.transalta.com.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

It 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 Role

TransAlta is seeking to hire an intermediate or experienced Accountant to join our TransAlta team, reporting directly to the Supervisor of Energy Marketing Finance within Accounting and Settlements.

As the Accountant, you will be accountable for supporting the Supervisor, Energy Marketing Finance, with ensuring that accounting for Energy Marketing transactions is in accordance with company policies, controls, and accounting standards, and that the Energy Marketing financial statements are accurate and complete. This position both prepares monthly accruals, journal entries, business reports, and assists in the review of Financial Reporting Assistance Package (“FRAPs”) and account reconciliations. You will lead and support initiatives to improve processes for Energy Marketing accounting and across the Finance Shared Services team.

This role offers excellent opportunities for growth and career advancement within the broader Accounting and Settlements team.

This role is based out of our new office at TransAlta Place (Keynote Office Tower) in Downtown Calgary, with the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule (days in the office and days at home).

What You Will Do
• Support the Supervisor, Energy Marketing Finance, to review, assess and oversee all transactional activities within the Energy Marketing Accounting team and provide guidance, clear direction and leadership
• Support the Accounting & Settlements team with questions regarding accounting standards, policies and controls
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, US GAAP, SOX, and TransAlta’s financial policies
• Support the preparation and review of monthly and quarterly SOX controls and FRAP requirements
• Ensure accurate and timely monthly accruals
• Conduct monthly and quarterly variance analysis and provide insights on financial results
• Prepare monthly journal entries to record, transfer, or use Renewable energy credits that are internally generated or externally purchased
• Contribute to quarterly reporting processes to support the corporate team in preparing and presenting financial results
• Assist with the annual audit process by responding to internal and external audit inquiries
• Support audit requests with the company's external auditors for the Energy Marketing segment
• Identify, recommend, and implement both process improvements and best use of reporting tools to improve the efficiency of processes and the resulting output of the group
• Participate in and provide recommendations for technical accounting issues, including the Deal Management Team review meetings
• Other accountabilities as assigned.

What We Need From You
• University degree in accounting or finance
• CPA and/or CFA designation or working towards the designation
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build effective working relationships
• Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office Suite
• High attention to detail in all aspects of the role
• Ability to drive and lead process improvements within the area of responsibility
• Acts as a key resource, collaborating with other teams to resolve issues
• Effective time management skills, ensuring work is completed accurately and on schedule
• Commitment to best practices and continuous process improvement
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues independently
• Ability to work both independently and as a team player, providing backup support and taking on additional responsibilities to contribute to the success of the Shared Accounting Services department
• Working knowledge of SAP and Allegro-Horizon is considered an asset
• Knowledge of TransAlta’s accounting policies
• Knowledge of IFRS as it relates to the Energy Marketing business activity (IFRS 9, IFRS 13, IFS 15, IFRS 2, IFRS 7 and IAS 32)
• Proficient knowledge of financial systems and processes with demonstrated experience in process improvement
• Exceptional computer skills, especially in Excel, enabling quick and efficient completion of tasks; able to transfer this knowledge and skill to others on the team
• Highly organized, capable of simultaneously managing numerous tasks for both self and staff

What We Offer

We 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 Employee Experience Booklet.

Become part of our TransAlta team today! We look forward to reviewing your application.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for a job unless they meet every single qualification. At TransAlta, we are dedicated to building an inclusive, diverse workforce where you can show up every day as your true, authentic self. So, if you’re excited about this role but your qualifications and experience don’t quite tick every box, we encourage you to apply anyways. You might just be the candidate we are looking for.