Northland
Energy
FinancialAnalyst
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“Financial Analyst at Northland. Skills: Financial accounting, Financial reporting, Forecasting, Variance analysis, Financial models. Oversees all financial accounting and reporting needs for renewable power operating facilities. Manages all financial needs of the operating facilities”
What You'll Achieve.
Ensure ongoing compliance with debt agreements; Drive management decision making
Industry & Context.
Creative problem solver; Critical thinking to evaluate problems; Process improvement opportunities; Automation wherever possible; Proactive problem solving; Performing ad-hoc analysis that drives management decision making
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Professionally designated accountant, 2-3 years of experience in a similar role, Advanced MS Excel and PowerPoint skills
Nice to Have
Experience in Power, Infrastructure or Mining, Proficient with information systems (Workday Finance, Wdesk and FCCS is an asset), Experience with IFRS 16 leases and US GAAP is an asset
What You'll Do.
Oversees all financial accounting and reporting needs for renewable power operating facilities
Manages all financial needs of the operating facilities
Participates in process improvement projects and proactive problem solving
Performs month-end close activities
Prepares monthly facility reports and cash flow forecast
Prepares quarterly lender reports and distributions
Prepares quarterly reporting packs
Conducts impairment trigger assessments
Develops quarterly board materials
Prepares annual audited financial statements
Manages supporting documentation
Assists with year-end audit and quarterly reviews
Collaborates with Operations and FP&A team to support the annual operating budget process
Assists in the preparation and maintenance of financial models
Tracks project cost spending
Updates monthly construction project cost model
Manages monthly loan drawdown package to lenders
Manages weekly withdrawal certificate of restricted project bank accounts
Assists with conversion of renewable facilities from constructions to operations
Manages internal and external audit requirements for renewable assets
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Working closely with senior management, operations, corporate finance, FP&A, and other functional groups; Collaborate with Operations and FP&A team; Gaining a thorough understanding of the operations of the facilities; Assisting other departments in understanding key business drivers; Presenting financial results to partners
Communication Scope
Exceptional oral and written communication skills; Comfortable presenting and debating recommendations with all stakeholders at all levels
Process & Methodology
Track project cost spending, Update monthly construction project cost model, Manage internal and external audit requirements for renewable assets
Full Job Description
**Who We Are:** At Northland, we’re enablers of change, united by our journey to transform the energy sector into the foundation for a sustainable future. Since our inception, we’ve been early movers in the energy industry, adopting new initiatives that pave the way for communities across the globe and helping forge their path towards a carbon-neutral landscape. We’re a different kind of independent power producer. As developers, owners and operators who are at the forefront of the energy transition, we’re uniquely positioned to leave a lasting impact in the regions where we operate. We’ve expanded our business across Canada, the United States, Latin America, Europe and Asia to become a global leader, all by bringing together industry experts to find solutions with an entrepreneurial mindset. While our work powers communities across the globe, **Northland is powered by our people.** This is a great opportunity for someone who is keen on growing within the accounting field! Over time, your portfolio could expand to potentially take on additional renewable power operating facilities and more complex analysis and responsibilities. The Financial Analyst oversees all financial accounting and reporting needs for renewable power operating facilities. Reporting to the Manager, Financial Reporting, you will play a key role in managing all financial needs of the operating facilities. You will also have the opportunity to participate in process improvement projects and proactive problem solving while working closely with senior management, operations, corporate finance, FP&A, and other functional groups. This position will be based in our Toronto Head Office. Additionally, this role will be 4 days in office per week, with one flexible day available for employees to work from home. ### Key Responsibilities * Perform month-end close activities, prepare monthly facility reports and cash flow forecast, including forecasting, variance analysis, and tracking of operational metrics.
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