ABOUT THE ROLE
Reporting directly to the Senior Manager, Consolidated Reporting & Financial Systems, as the Supervisor, FSSG you are responsible for overseeing the financial systems and support functions within TransAlta's Finance department. As a leader, you are responsible for managing a team of finance professionals who support and maintain our financial systems, ensure the efficient operation of financial systems, and provide exceptional support to internal stakeholders.
This plays a critical role in optimizing financial processes and contributing to the company's financial success.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Lead the Financial Systems Support team, set clear expectations, provide guidance and feedback, and motivate the team to achieve their best performance
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Co-ordinating business systems support for the finance function and ensuring that emerging issues are addressed in a timely and effective way to maintain the integrity of financial data and systems
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Co-ordinating activities and developing cutover plans relevant to the integration of new business transactions or reorganizations into TransAlta's financial systems
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Provide support to the Sr. Manager in the discharging of due diligence in possible system changes resulting from reorganizational activity
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement and optimize financial processes.
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Provide end-user support and training on financial systems and tools when issues arise
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Ensure data integrity and accuracy in financial systems
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Stay current with industry best practices and emerging trends in financial systems
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Upholding high ethical standards in all accounting practices to ensure the credibility of TransAlta's financial information
WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU
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Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field; and a professional accounting designation is required (i.e. CPA)
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5-7 years of broad finance ERP support experience, preferably with SAP, and prior integration or conversion experience with new ERP or reorganizations
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Demonstrated progressive responsibility in a supervisory or team lead role, with the ability to lead meetings and a history of planning and executing successful projects
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Minimum of 5 years of experience within a systems Center of Excellence or Systems Support Group with a focus on financial systems with extensive knowledge of all financial processes
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Demonstrated understanding of Database structures and familiarity with Sarbanes-Oxley regulations
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Strong knowledge of business processes in at least three financial business areas, and at least working knowledge of the remainder. GL, AP, AR, Treasury, Capital Assets, and Financial Reporting
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Advanced Excel, data analysis, and familiarity with BI and workflows.
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Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills with the ability to influence stakeholders and determine acceptable solutions
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Excellent communication skills, with an ability to process information quickly and communicate in a clear and concise manner to internal and external stakeholders
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Exceptional analytical and conceptual thinking skills and ability to develop innovative solutions
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A keen eye for detail to ensure errors are prevented, ensure compliance, and maintain the integrity of financial data
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Ability to read and interpret agreements in the context of required processes
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Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks to produce results within agreed-upon deadlines in an everchanging and fast-paced work environment
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Lead by example and foster a positive and collaborative work environment while understanding the team's strengths, weaknesses, and needs
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Ability to guide the team's professional growth through mentorship, coaching, and training opportunities
TransAlta Corporation
110 Twelfth Ave SW
Calgary
Alberta Canada
www.transalta.com
