Finance Officer - Financial Reporting

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Finance Officer to contribute to financial reporting and analysis. This role focuses on ensuring compliance with GAAP and supporting the accounting function. You will prepare financial statements, coordinate the period-end close process, and provide valuable insights to management. The position offers a hybrid work model, allowing for flexibility while making a significant impact on the organization. If you are passionate about finance and eager to help shape a greener future for the community, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of financial reporting experience required.
• Thorough knowledge of utility financial procedures is essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and complete timely corporate reporting and performance measurement.
• Assist in the design of financial business processes for efficiency.

Skills

Financial Reporting

Accounting Principles (GAAP)

Financial Analysis

Performance Measurement

Strong Computer Skills

Education

Post-secondary education in Business or Finance

Professional Accounting designation (CPA)

Tools

JD Edwards

Workiva

G Suite

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

Reporting to the Supervisor, Financial Reporting and Analysis, the Finance Officer - Financial Reporting is focused on the accounting and reporting functions and ensures that accounting practices and financial reporting are in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (‘GAAP’). The Finance Officer - Financial Reporting provides advice and direction to peers and others on accounting and financial reporting matters and helps support the accounting function.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare and complete accurate and timely corporate reporting and performance measurement information to help the company meet its financial and statutory reporting requirements.

• Prepare periodic financial statements and operating reports as required by the Supervisor, Financial Reporting and Analysis and the Manager, Financial Reporting, for presentation to senior management.

• Prepare financial working papers.

• Coordinate the period-end close process.

• Provide input and assist in preparing annual report submissions.

• Maintain current knowledge of accounting principles and advise management and peers of changes, as appropriate.

• Provide functional support to the Manager, Accounting and the Manager, Corporate Financial Planning and Analysis in the area of corporate reporting and performance measurement.

• Assist in the design of financial business processes to ensure efficiency and proper controls.

• Be fully familiar with all Corporate policies and procedures as they relate to the position and observe the same.

• Perform other duties as required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Post-secondary education in a related field, such as Business or Finance

• Professional Accounting designation (CPA) required

• Minimum five years’ financial reporting experience

• Experience and formal related training combined with demonstrated performance and ability may substitute for stipulated academic requirements

• Thorough knowledge of utility financial procedures and generally accepted accounting principles

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

• Knowledge of JD Edwards, Insight and Workiva considered an asset

• Private sector experience 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 16, 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.