Manager, Financial Reporting

Emera Inc•Halifax, NS

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Emera Inc. is seeking a Manager, Financial Reporting to join their Corporate External Reporting team in Halifax, Nova Scotia. This is a permanent, hybrid position reporting to the Interim Director, Financial Reporting. The role is crucial for the timely and accurate delivery of Emera’s Management Discussion and Analysis (MD&A), Financial Statements, and other internal and external reporting requirements on an annual and quarterly basis. Emera is a leading North American energy services provider with significant assets and a commitment to safe, clean, and reliable energy.

Requirements

CPA or equivalent designation.
Post-secondary degree in a relevant field.
At least 5+ years of progressive experience in a relevant financial reporting function.
Experience in drafting and reviewing MD&A and Financial Statement disclosures.
Understanding of disclosure requirements for MD&A and Financial Statements (preferably under US GAAP and in compliance with CSA, knowledge of SEC disclosure requirements considered an asset).
Excellent understanding of accounting policies and standards, consolidation processes, and an in-depth ability to understand financial statements.
Strong business and financial acumen, problem solving, organizational, and analytical skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills for preparing reports, presenting findings to senior management, and explaining complex financial data to non-financial stakeholders.
Experience working in, or auditing, a public company.
High level of accuracy and attention to detail, while working under pressure to meet tight deadlines.
Uphold the highest standards of discretion and confidentiality and exercise good judgment daily.
Visible leader who cultivates innovation and supports change to ensure the business continually evolves.
Build strong, collaborative relationships that achieve strategic goals and drive results.
Encourage others to speak about ethical concerns, listen when issues are brought forward, and take action to address any issues.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with the energy sector.
In-depth understanding of US GAAP and public company reporting.

Responsibilities

Responsibility for the planning of and timely and accurate completion of Emera’s consolidated quarterly and annual MD&A and Financial Statements in a multi-jurisdictional, publicly traded reporting environment under USGAAP.
Ensure internal controls over financial reporting for which you are responsible to support, perform, review, or sign-off, are executed in accordance with the Company's SOX program.
Leading disclosure research projects and drafting new disclosure initiatives.
Review and contribution to other external reports with financial disclosures prepared outside of the Finance group, including Investor Relations materials, Annual Information Form, Annual Report, Sustainability Report, Management Information Circular, and any securities or prospectus filings.
Support the preparation and review of various Audit Committee and Disclosure Committee reports and presentations.
Administration of the financial reporting software.
Responsibility for the timely and accurate completion of the annual XBRL reporting requirements, including coordinating with external consultants.

Benefits

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
Wellness benefits
Opportunities to advance within and between our affiliate companies
Focus on employee development
Available sponsored education programs
Corporate investments in the places where our people live and work
Mentoring opportunities
Fundraising-matching
Volunteer programs
Various committees and employee resource groups
Scholarships for children of employees
Short-term incentive plan
Defined Contribution Pension Plan