Job Level: FI6
Date Posted: Reposted July 25th, 2024
Job Type: Internal/External Opportunities
Category: Full-Time Permanent

We power Alberta. Our transmission lines deliver electricity to millions of Albertans 24 hours a day, seven days a week. When you're on our team, you're supporting our province's homes, farms, businesses and industries by providing safe, reliable and cost-effective service. Whether working in the field or in the office, every AltaLinker contributes to keeping the lights on.

As a member of the Berkshire Hathaway Energy family, we are part of a global group of companies delivering sustainable electricity and utility services to customers worldwide. Our exceptional customer service, commitment to the environment, and world-class safety record makes us a leader in our industry.

Today, the transmission system is more important than ever. As we connect new sources of renewable energy to the grid and support Alberta's energy transition to net-zero emissions, AltaLink's transmission system is the backbone of the changing electricity system. With our head office in Calgary, and regional offices in Greater Edmonton, Red Deer and Lethbridge, we have central and southern Alberta covered.

We offer work with meaning, incredible opportunities for development, work life balance and opportunities to contribute to your community. Join our team!

Summary:

Reporting to the Director, Financial Planning and Treasury, you will play a key role in developing financial scenarios and presentations for the 10-year plan and quarterly forecasts as well as working on a number of special projects. You will work closely with and under the guidance of the Senior Budget Analyst. You will be expected to develop effective working relationships with diverse groups within AltaLink and provide them with analysis and support.

To be successful in this position, you will require strong technical knowledge related to business planning, budgeting, financial modelling, and reporting, as well as strong analysis and communication skills.

Responsibilities:

• Develop presentations for Executives for all planning materials, including the 10-year plan, monthly and quarterly forecasts as well as any other requirements.
• Support the Senior Budget Analyst in the preparation of the annual 10-year plan, including detailed analysis of variances.
• Support the Senior Budget Analyst in the preparation of the monthly and quarterly forecasts, including detailed analysis of financial results.
• Assist in the development, maintenance and execution of structural changes to the corporate financial model to comply with business, regulatory and accounting changes.
• Assist in the development of financial models used for business valuations, scenario analysis, new strategic initiatives and other purposes.
• Assist in the maintenance and running of the financial model used for detailed analysis of monthly results, including validation of variances, calculation of provisions and occasionally leading month-end net income meetings.
• Work with financial systems to coordinate allocations in SAP, BI reporting, maintenance of cost centre hierarchies, integration of new entities and testing of system changes.
• Utilize new and existing reporting tools to make data available for review, control and analysis.
• Participate in special projects and other activities as required.

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree with a CPA, CFA, MBA or equivalent
• Minimum 5 - 7 years of budgeting and financial modeling experience
• Proven ability/experience in the above noted responsibilities
• Strong analytical and consolidation skills
• Strong ability to develop the big picture and concurrently be detail oriented.
• Superior Excel, BI and SAP (or other enterprise resource planning systems) skills
• Knowledge of HFM, WDesk and PCS
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, US GAAP and regulatory accounting
• Self-starter who can work independently, multi-task, balance multiple priorities and work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong presentation skills focusing on user needs.
• Experience with implementation of new systems would be an asset.
• Strong communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills to interface with team members and customers to promote positive customer outcomes.
• Proven track record of good performance and attendance.

Notes:

AltaLink employees should be aware that we may contact your manager during the selection process. Some positions may require job specific assessments, regular criminal record checks, additional AltaLink training, medical assessments, annual drivers abstract, and drug tests. Please contact the Hiring Manager or Recruiter for further clarification if required.

We thank all candidates for their interest in a career with AltaLink. Due to the high volume of applications, we will only be contacting candidates being considered for an interview. We sincerely appreciate all interest and invite all candidates to follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook and/or X.

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At AltaLink, we celebrate diversity and inclusion. We are committed to fair employment practices, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, age, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, family status, source of income, sexual orientation or any other category protected by applicable provincial or federal law.

For eligible positions AltaLink offers optional hybrid work that provides flexibility between working from home and the office.

Benefits

• Extended Healthcare Plan (Medical, Disability, Dental & Vision)
• Spending Accounts
• Competitive Compensation and Bonus Plan
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan and Group RRSP
• Group Life Insurance
• Hybrid Work Schedule for Eligible Roles
• Employee Assistance Program
• Vacation, Earned Time off, Birthdays Off Work and 13 Recognized Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Social Club
• Onsite Parking and Onsite Gym
• Wellness Programs