CHARTERED PROFESSIONAL ACCOUNTANT

WINNIPEG, MB

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Defined-benefit pension plan.
• Nine-day work cycle which normally results in every other Monday off, providing for a balanced approach to work, family life and community.
• Flex-time and partially remote work schedule (providing the option to work remotely 3 days per 2 week period), depending on nature of work, operational requirements and work location.

• Work directly with Financial Support Services (FSS) staff in administering the controllership/finance function at Manitoba Hydro.  
• Responsible for capital project system budgeting and accounting including lifecycle of SAP financial master data.
• Ensure appropriate capitalization of expenditures are in accordance with IFRS standards and ensure the Asset Accounting Handbook is applied appropriately to capital and operating expenditures.
• Ensure capital budgets are accurate and complete by ensuring all capital controls and processes are adhered to and are consistent with corporate and operating group guidelines.
• Represent the PFS Department in both monthly and ad hoc meetings pertaining to project system accounting and system process improvements for capital planning and budgeting.
• Responsible for providing asset retirement information in a timely manner to facilitate the processing of gains and losses. 
• Provide functional guidance in the preparation and processing of journal entries, adjustments, and corrections to accounts as required.
• Be proficient with key software systems (e.g. SAP, Copperleaf C55, Business Warehouse and AFO) and processes used for project system accounting.
• Ensure quarterly account reconciliations are performed in an efficient and timely manner. 
• Assist in the preparation and analysis of material for General Rate Application hearings including preliminary filing submissions and subsequent responses.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and participate on process improvement teams as required. 
• Provide back-up support to Capital Accounting staff in their absence.

• Completion of the Chartered Professional Accounting (CPA) program.
• A thorough understanding of Manitoba Hydro's capital and operating accounting policies and practices.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with internal contacts.
• Demonstrated ability to recognize, investigate and analyze problems and objectively discuss, present, and justify recommendations.
• Possess a high degree of initiative, with the proven ability to work independently under broad guidelines and minimum supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain good customer relations.
• An understanding of financial and cost accounting principles and practices.
• Knowledgeable of the policies and practices documented in the Asset Accounting Handbook.
• Comprehensive working knowledge of the Microsoft suite of products.
• Working knowledge of the SAP PS module, Copperleaf C55, Business Warehouse and AFO.