Management Accountant (Temporary 18 Months)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Management Accountant to join their team for an 18-month temporary position. You will play a key role in providing financial results, preparing budgets, and offering strategic analysis to the management team. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the financial health of the organization while working in a hybrid model. With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, this organization is paving the way for a greener future, making it an exciting time to join their team. If you are a trailblazer in the financial sector, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Provide financial results, budgets, and forecasts for operational groups.
• Act as a subject matter expert for financial modules and train peers.

Responsibilities

• Prepare annual budgets and monthly financial reports.
• Report financial performance and provide recommendations.

Skills

Financial Planning

Financial Reporting

Strategic Analysis

Communication Skills

Education

CPA Professional Accounting Designation

3+ Years Experience in Finance

Tools

G Suite

Microsoft Office

JD Edwards

Salesforce

Job description

Management Accountant (Temporary 18 Months) page is loaded

Management Accountant (Temporary 18 Months)

Apply locations Ottawa, ON time type Full time posted on Posted 4 Days Ago job requisition id R004490

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, ON

Pay Range Minimum:

$74,517.10

Pay 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.

Power Your Future at Hydro Ottawa

Why choose a career at Hydro Ottawa?

We are Committed to a Better Tomorrow

Our creative, innovative and forward-thinking employees are blazing the trail to a better tomorrow as we work towards our ambitious goal of achieving net-zero operations by 2030.

We Celebrate Diversity and Inclusivity

Hydro Ottawa is committed to employing a diverse workforce that better reflects the communities we serve; we want our employees to be their true selves.

We Have an Award-Winning Environment

We are recognized year over year as a National Capital Region Top Employer, one of Canada’s Greenest Employers, and one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.

Together we are shaping the future - join us!