Capital Power
Energy
AccountingSpecialist
Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.
“Accounting Specialist at Capital Power. Skills: Financial reporting, Process improvement, Variance analysis. Prepare invoices. Record revenues”
Industry & Context.
Problem solving
Some overtime required
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
2–5 years of experience in finance, Post-secondary degree in Accounting, Legally authorized to work in the United States
Nice to Have
Professional accounting designation, Master’s degree, Experience in power markets, Experience with Oracle
What You'll Do.
Prepare monthly journal entries
Post monthly journal entries
Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations
Prepare intercompany settlements
Analyze monthly variances
Report monthly variances
Analyze quarterly variances
Report quarterly variances
Analyze annual variances
Report annual variances
Prepare supporting work papers
Identify opportunities to streamline processes
Strengthen the flow of information
Partner with business managers
Support accurate reporting
Help reduce financial reporting risk
Ensure internal controls are operating effectively
Build understanding of plant operating characteristics
Maintain awareness of regional power markets
Contribute to annual budget processes
Contribute to forecast processes
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Partner with operational teams; Partner with plant-based business managers
Full Job Description
**A little about Capital Power** Capital Power (TSX: CPX) is dedicated to _Powering Change by Changing Power_. This north star guides our ambitions, focus, and actions as we transform our energy system. We're a growth-oriented North American energy company headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta. Our team safely delivers, builds, and creates balanced energy solutions for customers across North America. Our people are at the core of our journey to deliver reliable, affordable, and lower-carbon power solutions. We provide purpose-driven work in a safe and inclusive environment, and we live by our [North Star](http://www.capitalpower.com/who-we-are/). With us, your contributions matter – we want you to be empowered to innovate, collaborate, and ultimately drive results. We're here to partner with you so you can learn, grow, and forge a career that's meaningful to you. Join us in powering North America! **Your Opportunity** One Permanent Full Time Position Join Capital Power as an Accounting Specialist, U.S. Reporting, and help deliver accurate, timely financial reporting for a diverse portfolio of U.S. renewable and thermal assets. In this role, you will work across a dynamic business, partner with operational teams, and contribute to the financial insights that support sound decision-making. This is a great opportunity for a detail-oriented finance professional who enjoys improving processes, solving problems, and maintaining high standards of accuracy in a fast-paced environment. **What You’ll Do** * Prepare invoices and record revenues and charges associated with applicable ISO or PPA off-takers. * Prepare and post monthly journal entries for U.S. thermal and renewable assets. * Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations. * Prepare intercompany settlements. * Analyze and report monthly, quarterly, and annual variances, highlighting key drivers and trends. * Prepare supporting work papers for external audits. * Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve t
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