Accounting Specialist

Capital Power•Phoenix, AZ

1d•$78,000 - $90,500•Hybrid

About The Position

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. 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. Power your career with impact. At Capital Power, you’ll join the U.S. Reporting team that keeps our renewable and thermal assets humming delivering accurate, on‑time financial and management reporting that drives decisions across North America. If you love improving processes, elevating efficiency, and upholding meticulous standards, this is your chance to make results and change happen. Our North Star “Powering Change by Changing Power “isn’t just a slogan; it’s how we work

Requirements

Education: Completed post-secondary degree in Accounting or Finance.
Experience: 2-5 years of experience in finance with accounting, financial and analytical roles.
Technical & Other Skills: Understanding of supplier contracts and operating practices that govern revenue and expense transactions.
Ability to communicate and work effectively at all levels of the organization.
High attention to detail and accuracy.
Planning and analytical skills.
Advanced competencies with Microsoft Office, specifically Excel.

Nice To Haves

A professional accounting designation or equivalent is an asset.
A master’s degree is an asset.
Knowledge/experience with respect to power markets and power generation is an asset.
Experience with Oracle is an asset.

Responsibilities

Preparing invoices and recording revenues and charges with relevant ISO or PPA off-takers.
Preparing and entering monthly journal entries for the U.S. thermal and renewable assets.
Creating monthly balance sheet account reconcilements
Preparing monthly tax equity investor reports.
Assisting with monthly cash distribution analysis for renewable developments.
Preparing intercompany settlements.
Analyzing and reporting monthly, quarterly, and annual results variances with a focus on key drivers and trends.
Preparing work papers for external auditors.
Optimizing the process, timelines and flow of information to ensure efficiency and accuracy in reported results.
Working with plant-located accountants or business managers to ensure accuracy and understanding of monthly results.
Minimizing risk of error in financial results by ensuring established internal controls are operating effectively, and appropriate checks and balances are in place.
Understanding plant operating characteristics that drive financial results.
Maintaining familiarity with the regional power markets where the assets are located.
Providing input to annual budget/forecast processes.
Providing input and recommendations on ways to optimize processes, timelines, and flow of information to ensure timely delivery of accurate information while realizing efficiency and best use of resources.
Maintaining well-defined checks and balances to ensure accurate work product.

Benefits

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

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