ALA - Senior Manager, Midstream Finance

AltaGas Ltd.•Calgary, AB

15d

About The Position

Reporting to the Director, Marketing Finance, the Senior Manager, Midstream Finance will be the key contact for the accounting analysis of complex transactions, derivative/hedge accounting, cross functional business partnering, and process efficiencies and improvements for the Midstream business unit. This person will work closely with other departments to identify and assess accounting issues, provide direct support on commercial activities, support processes efficiencies and improvements, and support the Corporate function in executing the Management Discussion and Analysis, and Annual Information Form.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree and CPA required
12+ Years of progressively senior level experience in accounting/finance required
Thorough knowledge of U.S. GAAP and/or IFRS
Advanced analytical and problem-solving abilities
Strong attention to detail
Proven ability to prioritize, work under pressure with minimal guidance and meet tight deadlines

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in a large public accounting firm providing technical advice is a plus.
Enthusiastic, innovative and motivated team player with effective interpersonal and communication skills

Responsibilities

Oversee the derivatives accounting function including financial settlements and MTM accounting assessments
Maintain and operate the process of identifying accounting assessments required within business transactions
Review and present technical accounting memoranda on complex transactions to meet strategic reporting objectives and ensure appropriate accounting treatment
Provide advice and guidance on technical accounting matters to internal stakeholders including summaries of accounting issues
Build effective relationships and partner with internal and external stakeholders
Monitor corporate accounting policies and management reporting metrics as appropriate including legal entity accounting review and improvements.
Assist external reporting with preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements, Management Discussion and Analysis (MD&A) and other externally released financial information such as the Annual Information Form (AIF)
Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and efficiency within the Midstream Finance team
Manage projects associated with U.S. GAAP and other regulatory changes, including the implementation of new accounting standards
Liaise with external auditors on any complex accounting matters
Support joint venture or asset-level analysis and reporting initiatives
Special projects as required