REGULATORY FINANCE ANALYST/ Halton Hills Hydro

REGULATORY FINANCE ANALYST

Halton Hills Hydro Inc. is a community-focused electric distribution utility servicing approximately 23,000 homes and businesses across a 281sq. km service territory within the Town of Halton Hills and is regulated by the Ontario Energy Board (OEB). Located just 15 minutes north of the 401, our office is accessible by GO Train and bus, and falls within a 35km radius of major urban centres, such as Guelph, Milton, Brampton, Mississauga, Cambridge, and Orangeville. The Town of Halton Hills is ranked as one of the top small communities in Canada by a national magazine.

At Halton Hills Hydro, safety for our employees and the community is our number one priority; we care about our work, our customers, and our business. We have a commitment to delivering quality service and each member of our team has a responsibility to help one another achieve success and satisfaction on the job.

Halton Hills Hydro Inc. is currently seeking a dynamic, highly motivated individual to fill the position of Regulatory Finance Analyst. This position reports to the Regulatory Affairs Officer. The Regulatory Finance Analyst will be primarily  responsible for the monthly settlement process with the IESO, recording and reporting of variance accounting, the preparation of supporting documentation for regulatory filings and rate submissions with the Ontario Energy Board and other agencies, follow regulatory proceedings and advise on implications to the Corporation, provide assistance with financial regulatory and cost analysis as well as budgeting and annual and cost of service rate classes.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Support the Regulatory Affairs Officer to ensure business and corporate objectives are met
• Prepare monthly and annual regulatory journal entries
• Completion of monthly unbilled calculations and reconciliations of distribution and deferral and variance accounts
• Maintain records to satisfy annual OEB reporting requirements including rate filings
• Complete monthly settlement related claims with the IESO as required including OER and RPP Settlement claims
• Prepare monthly power bill entries and Statistics Canada reports
• Remain current on all new or changing regulatory accounting guidance and communicate the implications to the organization
• Support the billing department to ensure accurate testing and implementation of approved rates and rate riders, per OEB approved Tariff of Rates and Charges
• Maintain positive working relationships with all internal departments, management staff and employees as well as with external customers, contractors, municipal agencies and governmental bodies
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills and Qualifications:

• Advanced Microsoft Office skills
• Work independently and as an analytical thinker with the ability to conduct research, data analysis, and solve complex problems
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to multi-task and manage competing deadlines
• Knowledge of procedural controls and data validation techniques is required
• An interest in electricity regulatory policy and compliance
• Knowledge of the regulated Ontario electricity market, regulations and other regulatory instruments considered an asset

Experience and Education:

• 3 to 5 years progressive experience in a regulatory or finance role
• Experience with financial modeling will be considered an asset
• Experience with Enterprise Resource Systems (Great Plains or similar)
• Post secondary degree in Business or Accounting or equivalent
• Recognized professional accounting designation or advanced standing towards obtaining an accounting designation (CPA designation preferred)
• Advanced time management skills and the ability to prioritize responsibilities
• Advanced research and analytical skills
• Ability to communicate effectively across the Corporation and externally at all levels
• Candidates should thrive in a dynamic and ever-changing environment

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Comprehensive compensation package, with a base salary starting at $70,000.00 per annum
• Opportunity to work with an experienced utility team
• Direct experience within a highly regulated industry
• Working in an environment with a strong commitment to safety
• Training and development support and opportunities

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

• Email your detailed resume, in confidence, to hr@haltonhillshydro.com
• Use REG FINANCE ANALYST for your subject line
• Indicate in the body of your email where you saw this posting

Halton Hills Hydro Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.  Accommodation is available under the Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.  Applicants need to make their required accommodations known in advance.

We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.