Finance Support Specialist

Financial Systems Support Advisor

As one of Canada’s largest publicly traded power generators, we’ve been powering communities for over 100 years across Canada, the U.Our diverse energy portfolio and passionate team are driving the transition to a cleaner, more sustainable future.
We are looking for an experienced Financial Systems Support Advisor. This is a senior level position providing business user support in our financial systems and processes as well as planning financial cut over in reorganizations and acquisitions. This position is based out of our Downtown Calgary Head Office , with the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule .

Provide financial system or process expertise on complex matters from source data to consolidated results.
Develop detailed workplans and cutover plans to support reorganization activities, including acquisitions, mergers, and consolidation efforts.
Maintain SAP system master data and related hierarchies where required.
Deliver necessary system and process training to keep TransAlta users up to date and maintain standards.
Use your system and organisational skills to step into challenging and exciting new project work as required.

An accounting designation and post secondary education with 5+ years of relevant work experience in a financial systems support role.
Solid understanding of IFRS, SOX compliance, and financial statement preparation.
In depth experience with at least 3 of the following SAP modules: Understanding of the interplay of MM, PM/EAM, SCM, Payroll, and Business Planning on core finance modules (FI/CO) and processes.
In depth experience with complementary tools such as Excel, Analysis for Microsoft Office, Power Query, BI.
Demonstrate substantial experience in daily support operations, along with adaptability and expertise to coordinate integration projects as needed.
Strong attention to detail, time management skills and a demonstrated ability to prioritize time sensitive deliverables with minimal supervision.

Competitive salary
Company-matching pension plan
Flexible health benefits for you and your family
Generous vacation and personal days
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We prioritize psychological safety, wellbeing, inclusion, and belonging - creating a space where everyone can thrive. We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation and progress, and we’re committed to building a workplace where you can be your authentic self.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for a job unless they meet every single qualification. The successful candidate may be required to complete background checks appropriate to the role and may include criminal record, education and employment verification or credit checks. ‘Safety sensitive positions’ will be required to complete pre-employment testing.