Job Description
AltaGas - Manager, Technical Accounting (15 Month Term)
The Manager of Technical Accounting will be at the forefront of analyzing complex accounting transactions. This pivotal role offers the opportunity to collaborate with various departments, identify and evaluate accounting issues, and provide expert guidance. You'll play a key role in shaping and implementing new accounting policies and procedures, driving innovation and excellence in our financial practices.
You Will:
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Develop and maintain knowledge of US GAAP, including but not limited to ASC 815, 810, and 470
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Author and present technical accounting memoranda on complex transactions to meet strategic reporting objectives and ensure appropriate accounting treatment
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Liaise with external auditors on complex accounting matters
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Provide advice and guidance on technical accounting matters to internal stakeholders
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Build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders
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Prepare materials and be a key contributor to the GAAP committee and Change Control meetings
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Assist in the preparation of materials for the Audit Committee
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Assist External Reporting with the preparation of externally released financial information
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Monitor and update corporate accounting policies and management reporting metrics as appropriate
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Manage projects associated with U.S. GAAP and other regulatory changes, including the implementation of new accounting standards
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Special projects as required
You Have:
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Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) accounting designation with minimum of 7 - 9 years of progressively senior level experience in accounting/finance
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Thorough knowledge of U.S. GAAP and/or IFRS
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Enthusiastic, innovative, and motivated team player with effective interpersonal and communication skills
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Advanced analytical and problem-solving abilities
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Proven ability to prioritize, work under pressure with minimal guidance, and meet tight deadlines
For Canadian hires: AltaGas hires personnel on the basis of job-related qualifications. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to a person's ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
For U.S. hires: WGL/SEMCO/AltaGas offers a total rewards package that includes competitive pay, incentive bonus plans, holiday pay, 401K matching and a wide array of benefits. These benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage are designed to help you and your family stay healthy. We also have paid time off (PTO) to balance the demands of your work and personal life. Available benefits vary depending upon the specifics of the role.
U.S. affiliates of AltaGas are committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical or mental disabilities, political affiliation, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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AltaGas Calgary, Alberta, CAN Office
1700, 355 4th Ave SW, Calgary, Alberta, Canada, T2P 0J1
