Director, Corporate Finance

WGL; Calgary; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A major energy company in Calgary is seeking an experienced Director, Corporate Finance, to oversee Accounts Payable, Payroll, and Expense Management teams. The successful candidate will drive process improvements and ensure compliance with policies. This role requires strong leadership skills, a CPA designation, and over 10 years of experience in finance or accounting. Benefits include a comprehensive rewards package for Canadian hires.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Incentive bonus plans

Paid time off (PTO)

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience in finance or accounting, including 5+ years in a leadership role.
• Strong understanding of financial operations, internal controls, cost allocations, and policy development.
• Technical accounting experience in the Energy and Utilities sector.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Accounts Payable, Payroll, and Expense Management teams.
• Drive continuous improvement in financial operations, systems, and processes.
• Support internal and external audit processes and ensure strong internal controls.
• Provide technical accounting support on an ad hoc basis.

Skills

Leadership

Financial operations

Communication

Technical accounting

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or a related field

CPA designation (or equivalent)

Job description

Job Description

AltaGas is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Director, Corporate Finance to join our Finance team in Calgary. Reporting to the Vice President & Controller, you will oversee key finance functions and play a critical role in supporting strategic initiatives across the organization.

AltaGas is currently implementing a new ERP system, which will drive significant transformation in finance processes and technology. The Director, Corporate Finance will lead the Canadian Accounts Payable, Payroll, and Expense Management teams, ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements. They will also be responsible for updating and administering key policies, including the Delegation of Authority, and will collaborate with internal stakeholders such as External Reporting, Treasury, Tax, and the Corporate Secretary to drive process improvements and policy enhancements.

You will also provide ad hoc support on technical accounting matters and contribute to the leadership and development of the accounting team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.

You Will

• Lead and manage the Canadian Accounts Payable, Payroll, and Expense Management teams, ensuring operational efficiency, accuracy, and compliance.
• Drive continuous improvement in financial operations, systems, and processes.
• Lead or support key initiatives, including refreshing the Consolidated Delegation of Authority.
• Collaborate with Treasury, Tax, and other departments on cross-functional projects and initiatives.
• Support internal and external audit processes and ensure strong internal controls.
• Provide technical accounting support on an ad hoc basis.
• Mentor and develop team members to build a high-performing finance function.
• Contribute to the preparation of presentation materials for AltaGas’ senior management and Board of Directors.

You Have

• A bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• A CPA designation (or equivalent).
• 10+ years of progressive experience in finance or accounting, including 5+ years in a leadership role.
• Strong understanding of financial operations, internal controls, cost allocations, and policy development.
• Technical accounting experience in the Energy and Utilities sector.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across departments.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a dynamic environment.
• A commitment to high ethical standards and a strong sense of ownership and accountability.

For Canadian hires : AltaGas hires personnel on the basis of job-related qualifications. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to a person's ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

For U.S. hires: WGL/SEMCO/AltaGas offers a total rewards package that includes competitive pay, incentive bonus plans, holiday pay, 401K matching and a wide array of benefits. These benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage are designed to help you and your family stay healthy. We also have paid time off (PTO) to balance the demands of your work and personal life. Available benefits vary depending upon the specifics of the role.

U.S. affiliates of AltaGas are committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical or mental disabilities, political affiliation, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.