Job Description

LogisticsJob Title:Financial AnalystCompany, Department:Nova Scotia Power, Energy Delivery Admin - GenLocation:Lakeside, NSType of Employment:Regular, Full-time- HybridClosing Date:June 28th, 2024Reference Number:2024-3094The OpportunityNova Scotia Power\xe2\x80\x99s greatest source of energy is our people. In a culture focused on safety, we\xe2\x80\x99re committed to providing exceptional service to our customers and rewarding jobs to our employees. We\xe2\x80\x99re hiring solution-minded people excited to help us grow into the future. We are currently looking to fill a term position of Financial Analyst within the Capital Accounting team at Nova Scotia Power.The Capital Accounting team is responsible for the financial reporting and related analysis of NS Power\'s property, plant and equipment. NS Power\xe2\x80\x99s annual capital expenditures program is typically over $300 million and encompasses hundreds of individual projects annually.We are currently looking for a Financial Analyst to join our Capital Finance Energy Delivery team in 15 month term position. As a key member of Nova Scotia Power\xe2\x80\x99s Capital Finance Energy Delivery team, you will report to the Manager, Energy Delivery Capital Finance and work alongside a strong team within NS Power\xe2\x80\x99s finance function. The Financial Analyst role will lead the day-to-day accounting, forecasting, financial reporting and will support the capital contribution recovery process for the Capital Projects team. The Financial Analyst will also support the Project Manager\xe2\x80\x99s within the Capital Projects team to meet their financial goals, which can include assistance in preparing regulatory filings. This is an ideal role for candidates which thrive in fast-paced environments and have an interest in learning about capital projects.Key elements of this role include:As a Financial Analyst you will:

• Provide accounting for the monthly, quarterly, and yearly close processes, ensuring actual costs are representative of the value of the work done, which also includes working closely with construction, procurement and finance to capture the accruals.
• Work with business leaders to prepare budgets and forecasts for capital projects.
• Work with business leaders in support for the capital contribution recovery process.
• Provide detailed variance analyses to budget and forecast to monitor spending.
• Work with business representatives on process review to identify process improvement opportunities.
• Perform tasks with excellent overall quality, while being able to prioritize work to meet deadlines and identify, recommend, and implement process improvements.

These skills will make you successful:You recognize yourself in most of the following competencies, and where possible possess the skills and experience listed below:

• As the ideal candidate, you have a business degree in finance or accounting, a CPA designation, or working towards your CPA designation, and 3+ years\xe2\x80\x99 experience in a similar role. Applicants with other combinations of relevant training and experience will be considered.
• You have excellent computer skills using Microsoft Excel and are comfortable using accounting software.
• You possess solid oral and written communication skills and have demonstrated success in effectively presenting and communicating ideas at a variety of levels.
• You have strong organizational skills, are detail oriented, and are comfortable working to deadlines.
• You can work well both independently and collaboratively as a member of a team.
• A working knowledge of Oracle Financial System, Power Plan, Tableau, and PeopleSoft would be considered an asset.
• You will be responsible for your personal safety and that of co-workers, by observing and ensuring compliance with all Occupational Health and Safety Rules and Regulations. You will be accountable for environmental performance as it relates to the environmental management system processes and initiatives.

Learn more about our culture and valuesAt the Emera Group of Companies, you\xe2\x80\x99ll be part of an inclusive, respectful workplace where everyone is welcomed and supported. Come build a career as unique as you are: making an impact from Atlantic Canada to the world. Your experience and perspective will help us to safely deliver cleaner, more reliable energy to our customers.If working in an innovative environment, challenging yourself, and shaping a cleaner energy future inspires you, we want to hear from you. Apply by June 28th, 2024, and let us know why this role is right for you.The perks of joining our team? We offer:

• Flexibility: Hybrid work model with 2 flexible remote workdays.
• Health & Wellbeing: A comprehensive benefits plan, 24/7 access to virtual health care services for you and your family through Dialogue, Employee and Family Assistance Program, parental leave top-up plan and wellness benefits.
• Grow Your Career: Opportunities to advance within and between our affiliate companies, a focus on employee development and available sponsored education programs.
• Community Engagement & Care: Corporate investments in the places where our people live and work, mentoring opportunities, fundraising-matching, volunteer programs, various committees and employee resource groups, and scholarships for children of employees.
• Competitive Compensation: Short-term incentive plans and a Defined Contribution Pension Plan.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at EmeraAs one of Atlantic Canada\xe2\x80\x99s largest publicly traded companies, we are ranked one of , and . We know our success is driven by our dedicated teams and we strongly encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including persons who identify as racially visible, Indigenous, persons with disabilities, women in underrepresented roles and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.Applicants from these equity groups may self-identify through the online application process. We support candidates and employees with access and accommodation needs and encourage you to let us know when you require accommodation.Recruitment & Promotion PolicyThe success of the Emera Company is driven by its people: a strong team with a shared commitment to support the . The purpose of our recruitment policy is to provide a consistent framework to support fair and equitable attraction, hiring, and retention of the best talent for vacant positions. We are dedicated to maintaining a fair hiring process that provides equitable opportunities to all our applicants and is guided by our company values.

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