Job Description
AltaGas - Sr Manager, Technical Accounting
Reporting directly to the Director of Marketing Finance, the Senior Manager, Technical Accounting will be the pivotal expert for analyzing complex accounting transactions and derivatives within our dynamic Midstream business unit. This role offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with various departments, identify and assess intricate accounting issues, and provide direct support for commercial activities. Additionally, you'll play a crucial role in supporting our corporate function by executing the Management Discussion and Analysis and Annual Information Form.
You Will:
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Maintain and operate the process of identifying accounting assessments required within business transactions
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Oversee the derivatives accounting function including financial settlements and MTM accounting assessments
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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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Develop and maintain knowledge of US GAAP, including but not limited to ASC 815, 810, and 470
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Provide advice and guidance on technical accounting matters to internal stakeholders including summaries of accounting issues
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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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Monitor corporate accounting policies and management reporting metrics as appropriate
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Assist external reporting with preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements, Management Discussion and Analysis (MD&A) and other externally released financial information such as the Annual Information Form (AIF)
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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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Liaise with external auditors on any complex accounting matters
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Special projects and process improvements as required
You Have:
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12+ Years of progressively senior level experience in accounting/finance required
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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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Proven ability to prioritize, work under pressure with minimal guidance and meet tight deadlines
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Prior experience in a large public accounting firm providing technical advice is a plus.
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Bachelor's Degree and CPA required
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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What We Do
We are a leading North American infrastructure company connecting customers and markets to affordable and reliable sources of energy.
Every day, we leverage the strength of our people and our assets to connect our customers with premier energy solutions – from the well sites of upstream producers, to the doorsteps of homes and businesses, to markets around the world.
With a strong portfolio of assets in some of the fastest growing energy markets, including a prominent position in the Montney basin and Utilities in key U.S. jurisdictions, we are developing an integrated footprint capable of delivering sustained value to shareholders and customers for many years to come.
