Financial Analyst (1-Year Contract with Possibility of Full-time)

Seapeak; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Financial Analyst for a one-year contract with potential for full-time. This role involves preparing financial reports, managing relationships with joint venture partners, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, a business degree, and a professional accounting designation. Join a dynamic team committed to growth and excellence in the LNG sector, where your contributions will help shape the future of energy transportation.

Benefits

Contract Completion Bonus

17 vacation days

Flexible Spending Allowance CAD 1,500/year

100% company paid benefits

Health Care Spending Account CAD 750/year

Global Medical Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 3+ years of accounting experience with knowledge of GAAP.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare quarterly financial statements in accordance with US GAAP.
• Assist in the implementation of accounting process improvements.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Knowledge of GAAP

MS Excel

MS Word

Education

University Business Degree

Professional Accounting Designation

Tools

Oracle ERP Cloud

SAP BPC

WDesk

Job description

Position: Financial Analyst (1-Year Contract with Possibility of Full-time)
Location: Vancouver, Canada
Department: Finance and Accounting
Reports To: Manager, Financial Reporting & Accounting

Position Summary
We are searching for a candidate with experience in external reporting, internal management reporting and the quarterly financial close process. Primary responsibilities include preparing financial reports and schedules for joint ventures on a quarterly basis, analyzing financial information provided by joint venture partners ensuring consistent application of Seapeak’s accounting policies, and assisting with ad hoc finance and accounting projects.

This is a one-year contract role with the possibility of becoming a permanent full-time position upon completion of the contract.

Major Responsibilities
External Reporting

• Complete various quarter-end duties and working papers to ensure an accurate and timely financial close.
• Prepare quarterly and annual financial statements in accordance with US GAAP and IFRS for select joint ventures and subsidiaries of Seapeak LLC.
• Prepare audit documentation and address audit inquiries to facilitate the timely completion of audited financial statements.
• Assist in the implementation of US GAAP and SEC regulation changes.

Internal Reporting

• Prepare quarterly variance analysis and various account reconciliations for select joint ventures.
• Liaise and manage relationships with our global joint venture partners and critically review and analyse financial reports provided for and by these partners.
• Assist in the development of financial forecasts and budgets for joint ventures and preparation of reports for management, the board of directors and the audit committee.
• Oversee aspects of operational accounting, which includes liaising and collaborating with international offices and departments.
• Participate in projects as required by management, including business and asset acquisitions, IT system implementations and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist in the development and implementation of accounting process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness within the global Finance and Accounting team.

Requirements (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)

• University Business Degree including a professional accounting designation.
• Minimum of three years’ experience in the accounting field.
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and previous experience researching and applying standards.
• Experience compiling financial statements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong computer software skills (MS Excel and MS Word).
• Attention to detail, accuracy and timeliness.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work independently, as well as with others, with minimal supervision in a dynamic environment.

Preferred

• Exposure to Oracle ERP Cloud, SAP BPC or WDesk.
• Shipping industry experience.

Benefits Package

• Contract Completion Bonus
• 17 vacation days
• Flexible Spending Allowance CAD 1,500/year
• 100% company paid benefits includes extended health, dental andvision
• Health Care Spending Account of CAD750 / year
• Global Medical Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program

About Us
With combined assets of over USD 10 billon, Seapeak is one of the world’s largest independent owner and operators of Liquefied Natural Gas carriers, with ownership interests in over 50 LNG vessels. In addition, Seapeak has ownership interests in 40 Natural Gas Liquids vessels. Our sponsor, leading infrastructure investor Stonepeak, has helped to position our company with a focus on growth in our global gas transportation markets. Since early-2022, we have invested over USD 2.2 billion, adding 22 ships to our fleet.

Our business is important – we are powering the day-to-day lives of so many around the world – and we are looking to build our Team to support our growth through acquisition and newbuild orders.

At Seapeak, we are committed to building successful careers and future leaders. Join us! For the chance to be empowered, to make decisions and be part of a supportive, high-achieving Team.
We set the standard for industry. We are solution driven, accountable for results and measured by success.

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