Manager Common Group Accounting

We are looking for a Manager to join our Common Group Accounting Team. This team supports ATCO’s Common Group functions including:

•    Developing the Business Plan for the Common Group functions including working closely with Common Group leaders and other Corporate Finance functions to develop and validate assumptions. 
•    Monitoring the actual results compared to the approved Business Plan, including reviewing results with cost centre owners, and updating the monthly and full year forecast as required. 
•    Reporting of actual to budgeted/forecasted results on a monthly and quarterly basis to a variety of stakeholders including Common Group Leaders and Senior Executives.  

Given the structure of the team, this role requires a manager who will both lead and contribute—providing hands-on support and completing day-to-day deliverables as needed.

Day-to-Day Management
•    Provide direction and guidance to the team in support of the responsibilities outlined above 
•    Manage the workload and work assignments of the team
•    Assist and support staff on non-routine transactions and issues requiring resolution
•    Ensure the consistent application of processes and procedures in compliance with all internal policies and financial reporting requirements
•    Build and manage relationships with key stakeholders including the Common Group Leaders and their respective teams, and other Corporate accounting teams, including Intercompany, Accounts Payable, and Business Unit Finance teams 
•    Work closely with Senior Finance leaders to finalize Common Group deliverables
Process Management and Improvement
•    Cultivate an environment of continuous improvement including identifying and implementing changes (people, process and/or technology) 
•    Assist in developing and implementing strengthened internal control policies and procedures
•    Assist and support staff in the preparation of materials

Leadership
•    Lead a team with diverse levels of experience and backgrounds including CPA students
•    Develop highly skilled and well-trained staff to ensure operational excellence is continually maintained 
•    Perform supervisory functions including interviewing and recommending new hires, providing or arranging training for the staff, evaluating staff performance and creating developmental plans

•    Undergraduate degree
•    Canadian Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation
•    Minimum of 8 years, post-CPA, technical experience
•    Experience in a formal leadership role including mentoring and coaching
•    Proficiency in Oracle E-Business Suite of products including General Ledger (and related reporting capabilities) and Oracle FCCS. Equivalencies such as SAP and JDE may be considered.
•    Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Teams, etc.)
•    Excellent organizational and time management skills
•    Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
•    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
•    Demonstrated professionalism and work ethic
•    Proven ability to contribute and work well within a team environment