Supervisor, Rate Application Accounting (Temporary 24 Months)

Please Note: If you are a current Hydro Ottawa employee with access to Workday, apply to this job via the Workday application.

JOB SUMMARY

The Supervisor, Rate Application Accounting is a professional accountant, responsible for conducting and supporting Rate Application studies, completing relevant exhibits and providing accounting support to the Manager, Rates and Revenue. The Supervisor, Rate Application Account will provide analysis on financial and non-financial data to support cost allocation, rate design and other Rate Application studies, reports and exhibits. In addition, this position will provide advice and direction to internal stakeholders and staff on Rate Application exhibit preparation, data preparation, and financial reporting matters.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead completion of Hydro Ottawa’s Lead-Lag Study, completion of relevant analysis and Rate Application Exhibit.

• Collaborate with the Manager, Rates and Revenue in the completion of a cost allocation study, including updating cost drivers and rate design and completion of associated exhibit.

• Prepare, complete, accurately and timely other Rate Application exhibits.

• Keep abreast of and assess the impact of regulatory developments, including policy change, filing requirement changes and Ontario Energy Board (OEB) decisions that impact Rate Application completion and strategy.

• Communicate regulatory development impacts to internal stakeholders.

• Prepare periodic reports and presentations as required by the Manager, Rates and Revenue for presentation to Senior Management and/or external stakeholders.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to prepare financial analysis to support Rate Application exhibit preparation.

• Apply knowledge of rates and revenue reporting requirements to advise management and peers as appropriate.

• Maintain current knowledge of accounting principles and advise management and peers of changes, as appropriate.

• Assist with developing business processes to ensure efficiency and proper controls over Rate Application preparation.

• Provide support to the Manager, Rates and Revenue in completing annual Rate Application and OEB annual report.

• Understand and apply all corporate policies and procedures as they relate to the position.

• Supervise employee(s), including directing the work and managing performance.

• Perform other related duties as required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Professional accounting designation (CPA) required

• Minimum five (5) years’ financial or regulatory reporting experience

• Minimum five (5) years’ data analytics and reporting experience and demonstrated experience working with high volumes of data

• Experience and formal related training combined with demonstrated performance and ability may substitute for stipulated academic requirements

• Demonstrated experience applying financial procedures

• Strong computer skills, proficient in the use of Microsoft Office suite of products

• Knowledge of and experience with ERP systems and data analytics software considered an asset

• Utility financial and regulatory accounting experience is considered an asset

• Understanding of Ontario Energy Board (OEB) Rate Application process and filing requirements considered an asset

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• English language essential, both oral and written; Bilingual (French/English) considered an asset

This is a management group opportunity and salary will be commensurate with qualifications.

Hydro Ottawa offers a Hybrid Work Model.

This hybrid work program is position specific, the details of the hybrid model will be discussed with successful candidates.

Location:

Ottawa, ON

Pay Range Minimum:

$68,216.43

Pay Range Maximum:

$102,324.65

Posting End Date (if applicable):

January 4, 2024

Hydro Ottawa is committed to establishing a qualified workforce that reflects the diverse population it serves and we encourage applications from all qualified individuals. We are also committed to preventing and removing barriers to employment for people with disabilities, and we invite you to inform us should you have any accessibility or accommodation needs.

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada.