What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Specialist position at capitalpower?
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. 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 timelines, and strengthen the flow of information. Partner with plant-based business managers to support accurate reporting and a clear understanding of monthly results. Help reduce financial reporting risk by ensuring internal controls are operating effectively and appropriate checks and balances are in place. Build a strong understanding of plant operating characteristics that influence financial performance. Maintain awareness of the regional power markets where the assets operate. Contribute to annual budget and forecast processes. What You Bring Education Post-secondary degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Professional accounting designation or equivalent is preferred. Master’s degree is an asset. Experience 2–5 years of experience in finance, accounting, or analytical roles. Experience in power markets or power generation is an asset. Technical Skills Understanding of supplier contracts and operating practices that govern revenue and expense transactions. Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the organization. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. Strong planning and analytical skills. Advanced Microsoft Office skills, especially in Excel. Experience with Oracle is an asset. Work Location and Schedule Hybrid office/work-from-home position based in Phoenix, Arizona, or Midland, Michigan. Some overtime will be required during peak periods. Additional Information This opportunity is open to candidates based in Phoenix, Arizona, or Midland, Michigan. This posting will remain open until the role is filled. The pay range for this position is $80,000 to $104,000. Final compensation will reflect the successful candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience. This position is eligible for health care benefits, retirement benefits, paid time off, and an annual bonus. To be considered for this role, you must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The successful candidate will undergo education verification, reference checks, and a criminal record check. Capital Power employees who refer a successful candidate for this position are eligible for a $1000 referral reward. At Capital Power, we are committed to creating an employee experience that supports your physical, mental, financial, and social wellbeing. We offer flexible and affordable benefits, retirement savings programs, paid time off, and opportunities for onboarding, learning, and career development so you can grow and thrive in your career. Capital Power emphasizes employee wellbeing, career development, and a strong employee experience in its public careers materials. Relocation assistance may be available, depending on the requirements of the role. How To Apply and Next Steps Capital Power only accepts resumes via online application at www.capitalpower.com/careers. If you choose to submit your resume by any other means, we cannot guarantee that your application will be considered for vacancies. Applicants with disabilities who require a reasonable accommodation to complete their application can request accessible formats, communication support, or other accessibility assistance by contacting careers@capitalpower.com. Capital Power is committed to providing a fair and transparent hiring process. We recognize and embrace the value of diversity and hire employees with the appropriate skills, experience and knowledge for each position. Thank you for taking the time to apply and expressing interest in powering a sustainable future with Capital Power! We wish that we could personally respond to everyone who applies; however, it is our practice to contact only those individuals selected for interviews. Are you passionate about innovation? Driven by sustainability? Ready to make a difference? Capital Power’s team of experts and innovators are committed to researching, developing, and investing in leading-edge solutions to power a low-carbon energy future. We’re excited to grow our team with creative thinkers, problem-solvers and all-around diverse candidates. Join us in achieving our goal of being net carbon neutral by 2045 and shaping a world with equity, caring, balance and collaboration.
Salary : $80,000 - $104,000