Highlights of the job

 

EPCOR Water Services is hiring a permanent, full-time

 

Senior Analyst, Capital

Assets

 

to join the Finance team based at the Rossdale Water Treatment Plant, located in Edmonton’s scenic river valley.

 

Applications are currently being accepted from both internal EPCOR employees and external candidates. Internal applicants, please ensure you apply using

your

 

@

epcor.com

 

email address to maintain seniority status.

 

What you’d be responsible for

 

In the Senior Analyst role, you report to the Capital Manager and are responsible for supporting the financial management and reporting of capital projects. Key accountabilities include:

 

• Delivering accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual variance analysis for business unit (BU) capital projects by collaborating with project managers. This includes accruals, financial analysis, and demonstrating a strong understanding of assigned projects.

• Reviewing and optimizing capital asset processes to ensure compliance with policies, standards, and regulatory requirements, including Canadian Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX). Assessing internal controls to mitigate risk.

• Providing customer-focused financial support by working closely with the BU, Capital Governance & Reporting team, Project Management Office, and project managers.

• Supporting and administering financial systems such as Oracle Fixed Assets, Oracle Projects, Adaptive, and others. Participating in system upgrades and testing.

• Preparing journal vouchers with supporting documentation for both IFRS and regulatory sub-ledgers.

• Reconciling assigned accounts and analyzing for omissions, posting errors, or misclassifications.

• Managing financial reporting for grant-funded projects, including understanding terms and conditions, coordinating reporting, and performing related analysis.

• Developing expertise in the differences between IFRS and regulatory accounting treatments for capital

  items, and

  processing related entries in Oracle.

• Coaching and mentoring junior team members and participants in the Management Development Program (MDP).

• Driving continuous improvement by identifying and implementing process enhancements in the Capital Assets area.

Additional responsibilities may include:

• Assisting the Capital Manager with IFRS research and technical topics.
• Supporting special projects and other duties as required.
• Contributing to the annual budget, long-term planning, and regulatory filings, including variance analysis, presentation development, and responding to Information Requests (IRs).
• Coordinating interim and year-end reporting, audit support, and regulatory submissions.

 

What’s required to be successful

 

Qualifications, Experience &

Behaviours

 

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

 

Education & Certification

• A degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field from a recognized post-secondary institution.
• A professional designation such as CPA (CA, CMA, CGA) or CFA is a strong asset.

Experience

• Minimum 4 years of progressively responsible experience in a professional accounting role.
• Experience working collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including those outside of finance.

Technical & Analytical Skills

• Strong ability to analyze, interpret, and summarize large sets of numerical data.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with other Microsoft Office applications.
• Solid understanding of IFRS and ability to research technical accounting topics.
• Knowledge of financial and regulatory processes; experience with Oracle financial systems (especially Oracle Fixed Assets) is an asset.
• Ability to work independently and contribute effectively to team initiatives.

Professional Attributes

• Detail-oriented, results-driven, and highly organized.
• Strong planning and time management skills.
• Proactive in acquiring and applying technical and procedural knowledge.
• Skilled in managing relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Core Competencies

• Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving

  : Able to identify issues, research solutions, and respond quickly to challenges.

• Communication

  : Communicates clearly and respectfully, adapting style to audience and context—especially when discussing technical subjects.

• Continuous Improvement

  : Actively seeks ways to improve processes, focusing on root causes and long-term solutions.

• Integrity

  : Maintains confidentiality, acts fairly, and fosters a respectful work environment aligned with EPCOR’s values.

• Humility

  : Listens actively,

  seeks

  feedback, and supports others’ ideas. Takes ownership of mistakes and shares learnings to improve team performance.

 

Other important facts about this job

Jurisdiction:

CSU52

Class:

P2

Wage: Starting at

50.95

per hour

• Final Wage and Step will be determined at the time of selection and is based on a combination of factors as outlined in

  the CA

  that may be found online.

Hours of work:

37.5 hours

per

week – Monday to Friday

 

Current EPCOR Employees please ensure that you are using your “@epcor.com” email address for Seniority purposes.

 

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Please note the following information:

 

• A requirement of working for EPCOR is that you are at least 18 years of age, successfully attained a high school diploma (GED, or equivalent level of secondary education) and legally entitled to work in Canada. (A copy of a valid work permit may be required.)

• If you are considered for the position, clearance on all applicable background checks (which may include criminal, identity, educational, and/or credit) and professional reference checks

  is

  required. Some EPCOR positions require an enhanced level of background assessment, which is dictated by law. These positions require advanced criminal record checks that must also be conducted from time to time after commencement of employment.

• A technical/practical assessment may be administered during the selection process and this exercise will be used as a part of the selection criterion.

• To meet the physical demands required of some positions, candidates must be in good physical condition and willing to work in all weather conditions. Clearance on pre-placement medical and drug and alcohol testing may be required.

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  behaviours

  will be evaluated and considered for non-selection regardless of current demerits on file

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