Chief Financial Officer & Director, Stakeholder Relations

Chief Financial Officer & Director, Stakeholder Relations

E.L.K. Energy is a Local Distribution Company serving the communities of Belle River, Comber, Cottam, Essex, Harrow and Kingsville. We currently require a dynamic individual to assume the responsibilities of Chief Financial Officer & Director, Stakeholder Relations. This is a full-time, non-union position.

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer and as a member of the Corporate Management Team, the Chief Financial Officer & Director, Stakeholder Relations will be a critical member of the Leadership Team that leads the Finance & Regulatory Department.

E.L.K. strives to provide the highest quality service to our customers by ensuring that the electrical system is designed, constructed and maintained to ensure its safety, reliability, and affordability.

E.L.K.’s priorities are defined in its Corporate Goals:

• Provide a safe and reliable electricity distribution system with the capacity to meet the expectations of our customers and support local economic growth.
• Promote and practise excellence in safety.

E.L.K. is offering a comprehensive compensation package, including an attractive benefits package and a world class pension through OMERS and an industry that is fulfilling and challenging. Salary will commensurate with experience and qualifications.

A summary of the duties and responsibilities of this position include:

• Collaborate with the C.E.O. to develop short and long term plans for the Board and advises on the financial implications,
• Provide strategic direction, leadership, expertise and innovation to Customer Service, Finance and Regulatory Departments,
• Formulates and recommends accounting, credit and administrative policies,
• Develops operating & capital budgets and perform regular analysis of same,
• Responsible to ensure the company is in compliance with all regulatory requirements of external organizations, including the Ontario Energy Board, IESO, ESA, etc.,
• Directs and actively participates in the development, implementation and maintenance of an effective information and reporting system; including hardware, software and other office equipment,
• Administers the debt structure of the Board,
• Attend regular Board of Director meetings and provide Secretarial support to the Board,
• Responsible for the individual and consolidated financial records in a multi-company setting,
• Prepares annual financial statements and is responsible for the external audit,
• Directs the insurance program for the Board,
• Develop and respond to all stakeholder engagement initiatives to improve and enhance the perceptions and experiences with stakeholders,
• Develop and manage the company’s brand,
• Responsible for the company’s website and social media presence,
• Responsible for personnel matters including human resources and payroll, and
• Carry out other duties or special projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

• A university degree or diploma in business administration, plus a professional accounting designation (e.g. C.A., C.M.A., C.G.A., C.P.A.).
• Three to five years’ experience in industry since qualifying, unless the applicant has a satisfactory background in public practice.
• Sound knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office and ACCPAC software applications.
• Exceptional written and oral communications skills, along with strong interpersonal and consultative skills

Qualified applicants may email their resume in PDF format including salary expectations quoting the “Chief Financial Officer & Director, Stakeholder Relations” in the subject line to jbooth@elkenergy.com at E.L.K. Energy.

Although all applications are appreciated, only those candidates selected for an Interview will be contacted.

E.L.K. Energy welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you require accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please advise jbooth@elkenergy.com.