Accountant: Energy Industry

TEEMA Solutions Group; Tecumseh; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Accountant to provide analytical and accounting support for regulatory obligations. The role includes submitting required documentation, conducting financial analysis, and ensuring compliance with the Ontario Energy Board regulations. Candidates should have a degree in accounting and pursue professional certification, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills and a team-oriented approach.

Qualifications

• Professional accounting designation (CMA, CA, CGA, CPA) is preferred or in progress.
• Internal audit experience is an asset.
• Knowledge of regulatory accounting and IFRS reporting considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of documentation for all regulatory filings.
• Monthly analysis and general ledger reconciliations.
• Maintain compliance with Ontario Energy Board directives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Degree or Diploma in Accounting

Job description

Reporting to the Director of Finance and Regulatory the Accountantis responsible for providing analytical and accounting support to the regulatory obligations and business activities of the organization, ensuring compliance with the Ontario Energy Board and other regulatory agencies. The Accountant will provide support and interpretation to a wide range of activities including assistance with submission of quarterly and annual rate applications and review/analysis of multiple sources of information to improve the utility’s financial performance while maintaining regulatory compliance.

WORK PERFORMED:

Monthly analysis, preparation and assistance with submission of required documentation for all filings with the IESO, OEB and other regulatory Organizations as prescribed

Completing various general ledger reconciliations along with necessary journal entries, and maintaining appropriate back-up and analysis

Assistance with quarterly and yearly analysis, preparation and submission of all reports and supporting documentation for Reporting and Record Keeping Requirements (“RRR”) filings with the Ontario Energy Board and other regulatory organizations, as required

Maintain awareness and understanding of all regulatory directives, rules and codes to ensure continued and ongoing compliance

Assess and document regulatory accounting & billing processes and procedures

Ad hoc financial analysis as required

Special projects, not limited to regulatory accounting, as required

QUALIFICATIONS:

Degree or Diploma in Accounting from a recognized University or College

Possess a professional accounting designation (CMA, CA, CGA, CPA) or will be actively pursuing a path to certification.

Internal audit experience considered an asset

Ability to identify, quantify and recommend controls to manage risk

Knowledge of regulatory accounting and/or regulatory codes & standards considered an asset

IFRS reporting experience considered an asset

Willingness to work independently, with minimal supervision and high degree of professionalism and integrity in order to meet strict deadlines

Flexible and versatile to change duties and responsibilities as required by the organization

Creative problem solving skills and sound professional judgement with a consultative and collaborative approach to addressing issues and opportunities

Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills are required along with the personality, confidence and background to work in a total team environment