Financial Controls Analyst

Canadian Niagara Power Inc. (“CNPI”) is an electric distribution company that serves approximately 25,000 customers in Fort Erie, Port Colborne and Gananoque. CNPI is a subsidiary of FortisOntario Inc., which is headquartered in Fort Erie and has operations in electricity transmission and distribution primarily located in Fort Erie, Port Colborne, Cornwall, Gananoque and the district of Algoma. CNPI is currently recruiting the following full-time position working out of our Fort Erie location:

FINANCIAL CONTROLS ANALYST

Under the general direction of the Manager, Finance this position works within a team environment to meet the organization’s responsibilities to the parent Company and the various internal and external partners. The successful candidate will be responsible to oversee the continued implementation of Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (“ICFR”) as part of the Sarbanes-Oxley (“SOX”) program and ensure on-going maintenance to existing flowcharts and Risk Control Matrices. Candidate will also perform management review controls over certain ICFR controls executed, oversee/address control deficiencies, compile and submit reporting, liaise with internal auditors, remain current with SOX compliance and provide general SOX support as directed. 

The candidate will also be required to prepare and/or review monthly financial reports to be submitted to the parent Company and other internal or external agencies. Knowledge of SAP would assist with the preparation and posting of journal entries into our existing accounting system. The Manager, Finance may assign other projects and/or duties as the requirements of the department are considered. 

In order to be successful in this position the incumbent will require a combination of solid financial background, communication skills, excellent problem solving capabilities, professional demeanour and the ability to develop relationships with all levels of the organization. Looking for a rewarding career, opportunity to work both independently and part of a dynamic team and enjoy a professional work environment with a competitive compensation package - we encourage you to apply! 

The successful candidate must have the following minimum skills and qualifications: 

• Successfully completed a College Diploma or University Degree in Business with Accounting and continue to be in good standing as a Chartered Professional Accountant.
• SOX testing/experience would be preferred to assist in this position.
• Highly organized with a keen attention to detail, able to commit to an increased work volume on a periodic basis and adaptable to changing work priorities.  
• Knowledge of Canadian GAAP (specifically ASPE) and US GAPP would be an asset.
• Strong computer skills with advanced Excel -- knowledge of SAP/Visio would be an asset.
• Experience and knowledge of the deregulated Ontario electricity market would be an asset.
• Candidate must possess and maintain a valid “G” Ontario driver’s license with a clean abstract. 

Qualified and interested candidates should submit their cover letter and resume to FortisOntario Human Resources no later than August 28, 2017 by e-mail to HR@FortisOntario.com. Please indicate “FC Analyst” in the subject line.

We thank all respondents for their interest, however, we will only respond to those selected for an interview. FortisOntario is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities and will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the recruitment cycle. FortisOntario is an inclusive employer and committed to Accessibility.

August 2, 2017