Management Accountant (Temporary 18 Months)

Hydro Ottawa; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 74,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative energy provider is seeking a Management Accountant to lead financial planning and reporting efforts. This role involves strategic analysis, budget preparation, and financial advice to support operational teams. Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to a greener future, where your expertise will drive efficiencies and data integrity. With a hybrid work model and a commitment to diversity, this is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community while advancing your career in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• CPA designation required for this management accountant role.
• 3+ years of experience in financial planning and reporting essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare annual budgets and quarterly forecasts for operational groups.
• Provide financial analysis and recommendations to management.

Skills

Financial Planning

Financial Reporting

Strategic Analysis

Budget Preparation

Communication Skills

Education

CPA Designation

3+ years in Financial Planning

Tools

G Suite

Microsoft Office

JD Edwards

Salesforce

Job description

Please Note: If you are a current Hydro Ottawa employee with access to Workday, apply to this job via the Workday application.

At Hydro Ottawa, we empower the lives of the people in the communities we serve.

As the electricity distributor to the Nation’s Capital, our work powers all the essential activities that make up our lives - at home, at work and at play. And as Ontario’s largest municipally-owned producer of green power, we are leading the way to a greener tomorrow.

We are looking for trailblazers and innovators to join us as we build an energy future that will keep our City and our planet green for generations to come.

Are you ready to make a difference in our community?

JOB SUMMARY:

The Management Accountant is responsible for providing financial results, preparing budgets/forecasts, and financial analysis for all operational groups and entities as assigned. In addition, the position is required to provide strategic analysis, financial advice, and direction to the management team.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participate as a member of the management team in the development of strategies and plans for the operational groups

• Prepare annual budget, quarterly forecast, and monthly management financial reports

• Report financial performance, explain variances, and provide recommendations

• Act as subject matter expert for the financial modules of the Enterprise Business System and provide functional support

• Maintain current knowledge of accounting practices and policies and act as the liaison to train and support management and peers

• Provide recommendations on system improvements to drive efficiencies and data integrity

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Professional accounting designation CPA

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in financial planning and reporting

• Strong computer skills; proficient in the use of office productivity and collaboration tools, preferably G Suite and Microsoft

• Strong experience working with an Enterprise Resource Planning software (e.g. JD Edwards and Insights)

• Experience in Salesforce considered an asset

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• English language essential, both oral and written; Bilingual (French/English) considered an asset

This is a management group opportunity and salary will be commensurate with qualifications.

Hydro Ottawa offers a Hybrid Work Model. Hybrid work is position specific, the details of which the hybrid model will be discussed with successful candidates.

Hydro Ottawa may use artificial intelligence (“AI”) during the recruitment process to aid in the screening and selection of candidates.

Location:Ottawa, ONPay Range Minimum:$74,517.10Pay Range Maximum:$111,775.67 Posting End Date (if applicable):May 23, 2025

Hydro Ottawa is committed to establishing a qualified workforce that reflects the diverse population it serves and we encourage applications from all qualified individuals. We are also committed to preventing and removing barriers to employment for people with disabilities, and we invite you to inform us should you have any accessibility or accommodation needs.

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada.