Supervisor, Accounting (Non-Union)
(Temporary contract – 14 months)
Full-time, 35 hours/ week, Hybrid
At Alectra, we energize a brighter future by empowering our workforce through the talent of tomorrow's bright minds. We promote a culture that encourages collaboration, celebrates innovation and supports lifelong learning. We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where everyone succeeds and has the opportunity to make a meaningful difference.
Are you an experienced accounting professional with a knack for leadership and process improvement? As the Supervisor of Accounting, you will ensure that all general accounting functions are carried out in compliance with legislative guidelines and internal policies. You will oversee accounting functions, drive process enhancements, and develop policies and procedures to meet departmental objectives. Additionally, you will provide valuable financial recommendations to the Senior Management team.
What you’ll do
Accounting Operations:
Oversee all activities of the Accounting team, including processing adjusting entries to the general ledger and performing account reconciliations and analyses for bank, fixed assets, inventory, miscellaneous accounts receivable, and other balance sheet accounts.
Supervise the timely and accurate completion of costing activities, including work order closures, capital contribution transactions, customer invoicing, and refunds.
Manage month-end processes, including accruals, provisions, related party transactions, lease, and debt accounting.
Compliance and Policy Development:
Ensure compliance with applicable legislation, OEB guidelines, IFRS, federal and provincial filings, and internal policies and procedures.
Research, recommend, and develop accounting policies and procedures to enhance departmental operations.
Process Improvement and Internal Controls:
Initiate and implement process and system changes to enhance productivity, efficiency, and effectiveness.
Maintain sound internal control practices and procedures within the functional areas.
Team Leadership:
Plan, organize, and supervise the daily activities of accounting staff.
Provide leadership, coaching, development, and performance management to the team, offering technical guidance and advice.
Contribute to setting department goals and objectives.
Strategic Initiatives:
Lead and/or participate in projects and key initiatives to ensure quality and timely completion within budget.
Ensure compliance with legislative, regulatory, and Health & Safety policies, procedures, and standards.
Corporate Values and Conduct:
Demonstrate professional conduct and align with Alectra’s core values of safety, teamwork, and customer focus.
Other Duties:
Perform additional tasks as assigned to support operational objectives
Who you are
Education & Technical Knowledge
Post-secondary education in Business Administration, Finance, or Accounting
CMA/CGA/CA/CPA designation
Strong technical accounting knowledge, including thorough knowledge of IFRS
Knowledge of and experience in regulated statutory reporting
Knowledge of relevant tax requirements, including HST and taxable benefits, laws, regulations and guidelines
Extensive working knowledge of Tier I ERP systems and other related reporting systems
Knowledge of the energy and utility industries, including an above-average understanding of the regulatory environment and a fundamental knowledge of electrical distribution systems
Proficiency in documenting and interpreting policies and procedures
Proficiency with MS Office applications, including a high level of competence in Excel
Experience
Minimum of 5 years related experience, including supervision of staff
Experience in a senior accounting and financial capacity
Experience in developing and recommending corporate procedures, managing budgets and providing input to strategic/business plans
Experience in a unionized utility environment is an asset
Skills/Abilities/Competencies
Ability to interpret financial results and communicate to both financial and non-financial management and staff
Service-orientation and high degree of client focus with the ability to ensure cooperation from others while maintaining professional and respectful relationships at various levels of the organization
Strong ability to lead change and engage, develop and motivate teams
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to provide practical and/or innovative solutions
Strong written and presentation skills, with the ability to convey information accurately and concisely
Ability to plan, prioritize and execute multiple projects and initiatives within established timelines
Must hold and maintain a valid class “G” driver’s license
Where you will work
Hybrid: This role is based in a hybrid environment, allowing for a mix of remote and in-office work to support team collaboration and business needs.
Who we are
As the largest municipally owned electric utility in Canada, we are committed to growing, evolving and remaining innovative to build a sustainable and brighter future. Our values set us apart and are our fundamental beliefs about our organization:
Safety: Stay aware, prevent risks and protect each other.
Respect: Value everyone, act honestly and foster inclusion.
Customer Focus:Be reliable, anticipate needs and deliver exceptional solutions with care.
Excellence:Elevate performance, embrace diversity and deliver quality through collaboration.
Innovation:Drive growth by embracing change, creativity and continuous improvement.
Here’s why Alectra might be your ideal workplace:
We invest in your career development. At Alectra, we care about our team’s future through offering ongoing trainings, mentorship and learning opportunities.
We care about you work-life balance. Understanding that taking time off is essential to employee well-being, sustained productivity and high performance, we offer the following:
Disconnecting from work: We prioritize your well-being through our “Disconnect from Work” policy which ensures you can maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Hybrid work environment: Based on operational requirements, we offer flexible working arrangements that include working remotely or on-site.
At Alectra, your unique contributions matter and help drive our collective success to a more sustainable and brighter future.
Ready to Apply?
If this sounds like you and gets you excited, we’d love to hear from you! Simply click the apply button to submit your resume and take the first step toward joining our team. Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to accept resumes via email. All applicants must apply through our careers page to be considered.
At Alectra, we celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive recruitment process that honours the dignity and independence of all applicants. If you require accommodation during the process, please contact careers@alectra.com. We will work with you to ensure your needs are being met to the point of undue hardship.
Thank you for your interest in building a career with us. While we appreciate all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Please note: We kindly request no unsolicited resumes or agency referrals. Alectra does not accept resumes from recruitment agencies for any open positions unless a valid contract is in place.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Recruitment
At Alectra, we’re committed to energizing a brighter future through innovation and responsible technology use. While we may use digital tools to support the efficiency of our recruitment process, we do not use AI to identify or screen candidates. Applications are personally reviewed by either a member of the Talent Acquisition team or one of the hiring leaders, ensuring a fair and human-centered experience for all applicants.
