CONTROLLER
A challenging and unique opportunity is available for a dynamic, highly motivated and proactive individual to manage the Financial Team and the Customer Service Team. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, this position will be responsible for the leadership, strategy and planning of the accounting functions of the Company. The Controller provides direction and advice on financial reporting and accounting matters and is responsible for directing, coordinating and maintaining the accounting system to ensure it accurately reflects the financial position of the Corporation.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage a team of people, including both management and unionized staff
Ensures Senior Management and Board of Directors are supplied with complete, accurate and timely corporate reporting and performance measurement information
Appraise the organization’s financial position and issues periodic financial statements and operating reports as required by the CFO
Plan and direct year-end audits and any other special audits as required
Liaises with internal and external auditors as well as all tax authorities
Assess, develop and implement internal financial controls, policies and procedures in accordance with Company objectives
Design financial business processes to ensure efficiency and proper controls
Responsible for ensuring financial reporting practices remain current including the transition from General Accepted Accounting Principles to International Financial Reporting Standards
Responsible for the financial component of the Enterprise Resource Planning system (Microsoft Dynamics / Great Plains)
Support and oversee Accounting staff in ongoing processing of A/R, A/P and payroll
Assist in the development and ongoing evaluation of risk management processes
Coordinate preparation of annual budget and works closely with operational staff
Oversees the Customer Service and Billing Team
Oversees annual insurance renewal, policy review and manage claims processes
Liaise with Engineering and Operations to assist with updating and maintenance of Asset Management Systems
Education & Experience Requirements:
University Degree in Business or related field
Professional Accounting designation (CPA)
5 years of relevant management experience
Billing / Customer Service experience is an asset
Thorough knowledge of utility financial procedures and GAAP/IFRS
Well-developed skills with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel
Experience working with Microsoft Dynamics – Great Plains is an asset
Strategic, proactive, organized and priority/results focused
Analytical and logical
Solution oriented, conceptual and innovative
Managerial courage
Inspires and develops others while managing performance and leading change
Interpersonal capability as it relates to influencing others, negotiating and relationship building
Communicates effectively in writing and orally
Focused on excellence – with an emphasis on quality, continuous improvement, learning and safety
Integrity and credibility
Accountability
Team player who inspires teamwork
Service oriented
Leads by example
Centrally located in Lake Country on the shores of Lakes Couchiching and Simcoe. Orillia Power Corporation with approximately 50 employees has two subsidiary companies, Orillia Power Distribution Corporation (OPDC) and Orillia Power Generation Corporation (OPGC). OPDC is the local distribution electric company for the City of Orillia with 13,420 customers. OPGC owns and operates 3 hydroelectric generating plants and 4 roof top solar projects.
Orillia Power offers an excellent working environment, competitive compensation and benefit package, pension plan and opportunities for professional development.
Interested applicants should submit their covering letter and resume, detailing related education, qualifications, training certificates and experience no later than July 12, 2015 to:
Attention: Vanessa Sharp, BA, CHRL, Manager of Human Resources
Orillia Power Corporation
360 West Street South PO Box 398 Orillia, ON L3V 6J9
Fax: 705-326-0800
We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Orillia Power Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment and selection process. Applicants need to make their required accommodations known in advance.
June 24, 2015
