Specialist, Consolidated Financial Reporting
Description
Highlights of the job
We are hiring a full-time, permanent Specialist, Consolidated Financial Reporting position working out of Edmonton, AB.
We are seeking to hire an experienced financial reporting specialist to join our Corporate Reporting team. As the Specialist, Consolidated Financial Reporting, you will report to the Manager, Consolidated Financial Reporting and will be accountable for supporting the preparation and coordination of consolidated financial reporting deliverables including EPCOR Utilities Inc.’s consolidated financial statements as well as the consolidation of EPCOR’s budgeted and forecasted financial results.
We welcome applications from both internal and external candidates. EPCOR employees are encouraged to apply using their '@epcor.com' email address to ensure proper consideration of internal seniority.
What you’d be responsible for
- Prepare quarterly consolidated financial statements in compliance with IFRS and internal accounting policies, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.
- Support the end-to-end consolidated financial reporting process, maintaining alignment with corporate policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Monitor and assess changes to IFRS, providing quarterly summaries and insights to Senior Management on potential impacts.
- Research new and amended IFRS standards and contribute to the planning and execution of their implementation.
- Develop accounting position papers for new or complex issues and provide technical guidance to Business Units on challenging accounting matters.
- Assist with the annual review and continuous improvement of internal accounting policies, including drafting updates to reflect changes in IFRS.
- Prepare detailed quarterly consolidation working papers to support reported financial results and disclosures.
- Contribute to the preparation of consolidation schedules for budgeting and forecasting cycles.
- Cross train with other Finance team members to prepare the internal monthly consolidated financial results for Senior Management and prepare external information including EPCOR’s Management Discussion & Analysis.
- Cross train with other Finance team members for preparing of intercompany elimination entries, GST, income tax, and deferred taxes entries and other transactions as required.
- Support audit activities by preparing documentation and responding to inquiries from internal and external auditors.
- Identify, track, and analyze accounting issues, evaluating their impact on consolidated reporting and internal controls.
- Foster a high-performance, accountable, and collaborative work environment with a focus on quality deliverables and continuous process improvement.
What’s required to be successful
- Completion of a Degree or Diploma in Business, Finance or Accounting (or a related field) from a recognized post-secondary educational institute.
- Must possess a Professional Accounting Designation.
- 5+ years professional accounting and reporting experience.
- 2+ years experience with external reporting for companies reporting under IFRS (preferably with consolidated reporting).
- Proficiency in Excel, Word, and other database/software tools.
- Solid understanding of IFRS and Regulatory accounting practices and policies.
- Ability to apply relevant financial knowledge and proactively acquire additional insights to deliver accurate information.
- Demonstrated ability to identify process and procedure improvements and successfully implement change.
- Ability to work independently within broad guidelines; taking initiative to conduct and apply research and think analytically to solve complex and strategic problems.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively, with strong attention to detail and excellent planning and organizational skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders, using tact and influence to drive alignment and achieve outcomes.
Assets we are considering:
- Experience with major financial applications systems (preferably Oracle Financial Application or Adaptive Insights).
- External audit experience with larger public companies and/or regulated utilities.
As the ideal candidate, you take ownership of your work and approach challenges with initiative and drive. You're always looking for ways to improve, embracing change with flexibility and a growth mindset. You act with integrity, making decisions that reflect strong ethical standards. You know that collaboration is key and working well with others to build trust, share ideas, and achieve shared goals.
Other important facts about this job
Jurisdiction: PROF
Hours of work: 40 hours per week
Application deadline: June 4, 2026
EPCOR employees are encouraged to apply using their '@epcor.com' email address to ensure proper consideration of internal seniority.
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Please note the following information:
- A requirement of working for EPCOR is that you are at least 18 years of age, successfully attained a high school diploma (GED, or equivalent level of secondary education) and legally entitled to work in Canada. (A copy of a valid work permit may be required.)
- If you are considered for the position, clearance on all applicable background checks (which may include criminal, identity, educational, and/or credit) and professional reference checks is required. Some EPCOR positions require an enhanced level of background assessment, which is dictated by law. These positions require advanced criminal record checks that must also be conducted from time to time after commencement of employment.
- A technical/practical assessment may be administered during the selection process and this exercise will be used as a part of the selection criterion.
- To meet the physical demands required of some positions, candidates must be in good physical condition and willing to work in all weather conditions. Clearance on pre-placement medical and drug and alcohol testing may be required.
- Prior infractions for unsafe driving behaviours will be evaluated and considered for non-selection regardless of current demerits on file.