Senior Analyst, Capital Assets

EPCOR Utilities Inc.; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 105,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

EPCOR Utilities Inc. in Edmonton, Alberta, is hiring a Senior Analyst, Capital Assets to provide financial analysis, reporting, and advisory support for capital projects.

You will partner with project managers and the PMO to drive accurate variance analysis, forecasting, and regulatory reporting to support informed decisions. The role requires 4–6 years of capital accounting experience, IFRS expertise, and proficiency with Oracle Fixed Assets and Projects, plus advanced Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related.
• 4–6 years of accounting and financial analysis experience, preferably on capital projects or asset-intensive operations.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and its application in a corporate environment.
• Experience with Oracle financial systems (Fixed Assets, Projects) is an asset.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide input to Capital Assets plans and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
• Deliver monthly, quarterly, and annual variance analysis for projects with PMO collaboration.
• Review Capital Assets processes for compliance with policies, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Provide financial support and analysis for capital projects with BU PMO.
• Assist in year-end reporting and regulatory filings; respond to audit inquiries.
• Support system administration for Oracle Fixed Assets, Oracle Projects, and Adaptive.
• Develop process improvements in the Capital Assets area.

Skills

IFRS knowledge

Financial analysis

Variance analysis

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Post-secondary degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related

Tools

Oracle Fixed Assets

Oracle Projects

Adaptive

Excel

Oracle Financials

Job description

Organization EUI, Finance & Planning, D&T Finance

JobID 16753

Location Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Closing Date Sep 23, 2026

Position Title Sr Analyst, Capital Assets

Weekly Hours of Work 37.5

Business Unit Finance & Planning

About us Department Description Clean water and reliable energy are at the heart of what we do. We proudly keep the lights on and the water flowing in over 100 communities across North America. With a rich 130-year history, EPCOR has ambitions to be one of North America's premier providers of essential services, and we have the top employer and sustainability awards to prove it. If you're looking for new opportunities, people who care and work that matters,

Highlights of the job

We are hiring a Full time, Permanent Senior Analyst, Capital Assets position working out of Hugh J Bolton Service Cent er in Edmonton, Alberta.

Senior Analyst, Capital Assets is responsible for providing financial analysis, reporting, and advisory support for EPCOR's capital projects and programs. Working closely with project managers, business leaders, and the Project Management Office, this role supports informed decision-making through variance analysis, forecasting, capital accounting, and regulatory reporting while ensuring compliance with financial policies, controls, and reporting requirements. Success in this role is measured by the accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting, effective business partnership, and continuous improvement of capital asset processes

What you’d be responsible for

• Provide input to the BU Capital Assets plans and directions and ensure on-going appropriate relationships with other positions.
• Ensure the delivery of optimal results against appropriate performance metrics. Plan, co-ordinate, and provide complete, accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and annual variance analysis for assigned projects through working with project managers. Demonstrate understanding of assigned capital projects through variance analysis, accruals and financial analysis.
• Review Capital Assets processes to ensure compliance to policies, standards, regulatory requirements and ensure mitigation of risks. Assess internal controls to ensure adequacy and compliance with Canadian Sarbanes-Oxley processes.
• Provide customer-focused financial support and analysis related to capital projects by working closely with the BU Project Management Office and project managers.
• Provide system support and administration of the Oracle Fixed Assets, Oracle Projects, Adaptive, and other related systems, including participating in the development and testing of system upgrades.
• Analyze financial information and prepare journal vouchers with supporting source documentation as required.
• Reconcile and analyze assigned account reconciliations for omissions, posting or classification errors.
• Co-ordinate and complete year-end reporting and analysis including supporting audit documentation and internal and external audit queries as well as regulatory reporting as required.
• For projects funded by grants, understand the terms and conditions of the grant, co-ordinate reporting requirements, and complete any supplemental financial analysis or schedules required.
• Develop an understanding of the key differences in accounting treatment of capital related items under International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and Regulatory filings. Process differences in the regulatory set of books.
• Support continuous improvement by developing and implementing process improvements in the Capital Assets area.
• Support annual budget process and regulatory filings as required, including variance analysis, presentation materials, and assisting with Information Requests (IRs).
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned. Informally support less experienced team members.
• Demonstrate a high performance, high discipline, safe, accountable, focused, innovative and achievement-oriented, easy to do business with manner of working.

What’s required to be successful

• Post-secondary degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 4-6 years of progressively responsible accounting and financial analysis experience, preferably supporting capital projects or asset-intensive operations.
• S trong knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and their application in a corporate environment.
• Understanding of EPCOR's financial processes and internal controls is considered an asset.
• Advanced analytical, problem-solving, and research skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial information and provide actionable recommendations.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and contribute effectively within a collaborative team environment.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and a results-oriented approach.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other financial analysis tools.
• Experience with Oracle financial systems, including Fixed Assets and Projects modules, is considered an asset

Other important facts about this job

Jurisdiction: CSU52

Class: P2

Hours of work: 75 hours bi-weekly

Wage: Starting at 53.92

• Final Wage and Step will be determined at the time of selection and based on a combination of factors as outlined in the Collective Agreement.

Flexibility at Work: The Where We Work Program

At EPCOR, we recognize that every team member brings unique perspectives, needs, and working styles. We believe that embracing this diversity makes EPCOR a great place to work.

Our Where We Work Program is designed to support a more flexible, inclusive, and rewarding work environment. It empowers employees to work in ways that best suit their individual needs while supporting team collaboration and performance.

For this role, the successful candidate may be eligible to participate in the hybrid Where We Work Program after completing 3 to 6 months in the position and meeting the program’s eligibility criteria.

• A requirement of working for EPCOR is that you are at least 18 years of age, successfully attained a high school diploma (GED, or equivalent level of secondary education) and legally entitled to work in Canada. (A copy of a valid work permit may be required.)
• If you are considered for the position, clearance is required on all applicable background checks (which may include criminal, identity, educational, and/or credit) and professional reference checks. Some EPCOR positions require an enhanced level of background assessment, which is dictated by law. These positions require advanced criminal record checks that must also be conducted from time to time after commencement of employment.
• A technical/practical assessment may be administered during the selection process and this exercise will be used as a part of the selection criterion.
• To meet the physical demands required of some positions, candidates must be in good physical condition and willing to work in all weather conditions. Clearance on pre-placement medical and drug and alcohol testing may be required.
• P rior infractions for unsafe driving behaviours will be evaluated and considered for non-selection regardless of current demerits on file .
• If you are required to provide your own personal reliable vehicle : Successful applicants must provide their own vehicles with appropriate insurance in accordance with EPCOR’s Employee Mileage Reimbursement Policy. You will be reimbursed in accordance with EPCOR’s Employee Mileage Reimbursement Policy.
• Use of AI: Our recruitment process may use technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence, to support application screening and certain assessment steps. All recruitment activities, including hiring decisions, are led by our hiring managers and talent acquisition team.