Senior Specialist, US Commercial Reporting

Capital Power • Washington DC, DC

45d • $110,500 - $130,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

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!
One Permanent Full Time Position. Capital Power is currently seeking an innovative and results-oriented individual to join the U.S. Finance team. The team is responsible for the financial and management reporting of actual results and variances, budgeting, forecasting and analytical support for Capital Power’s U.S. assets. The U.S. fleet comprises a collection of wind, solar and gas-fired power plants located throughout the U.S. Reporting to the Senior Lead, US Commercial Reporting, the Senior Specialist, Commercial Reporting will partner with internal stakeholders to provide insights into financial and operational trends to directly influence business decisions for an assigned group of assets. This is an exciting financial role involving a combination of forward-looking forecasting, analysis of actual results, and an array of ad-hoc analyses, all of which drive results for the business.

Requirements

• Completed post-secondary degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in finance with operational, commercial, engineering, business development, or accounting, financial and analytical roles; preferably in the deregulated electricity or other related industry.
• Strong financial analysis skills, familiarity with financial statements, budgets, forecasting and development of asset earnings profiles.
• Superior problem-solving and analytical skills, and an ability to handle a dynamic and full workload.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills (both written and verbal), including the ability to work effectively with non-financial individuals.
• Takes initiative and can manage ambiguity and conflict with the ability to effectively exercise influence.
• Strong time management and attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to foster positive internal external stakeholder relationships.

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, power generation, power marketing, regulatory, commodities and related agreements, transmission and related agreements and power purchase agreements is preferred.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Power BI, Oracle, and/or Hyperion is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Leveraging your deep understanding of the assigned portfolio to provide strategic advice and insightful commentary, directly influencing high-level business decisions and positioning yourself as the financial expert for the assets.
• Driving financial performance by proactively identifying and capitalizing on value-add opportunities, including incremental revenue streams, risk reduction options, and cost reduction initiatives.
• Leading the development of the long-term plan, annual budget, and quarterly forecast for the assigned facilities, in collaboration with internal stakeholders.
• Analyzing and reporting on monthly, quarterly, and annual variances, with a focus on the business and key drivers/trends.
• Delivering responses to analytical requests and/or data to the supported business partners in Commercial Management, Operations, and other functional areas of the company.
• Preparing financial models and written summaries to support project initiatives, budget presentations, and other commercial activities.
• Maintaining and strengthening collaborative relationships with internal subject matter experts and other key stakeholders, to provide comprehensive financial insights and updates that drive overall business success
• Ensuring procedures are well-developed and established internal controls are operating effectively, and that all analysis reflects key trends, assumptions and drivers to ensure business analysis that will enhance overall financial results.
• Identifying and executing process improvement opportunities to continually improve efficiency and automate tasks.
• Staying updated on industry trends, regulatory changes, and best practices in financial reporting.

Benefits

• This position is eligible for health care benefits, retirement benefits, paid time off, and annual bonus.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees