Analyst, Cost

Company, Department: Nova Scotia Power, Generatn Dir. Plant Ops.

Location: Cape Breton Region, Nova Scotia

Closing Date: January 27, 2025

We are currently looking to fill a permanent position of Cost Analyst in Cape Breton Regional Municipality, NS. As a member of the Operations Finance team supporting the Lingan and Point Aconi Generating Stations, the Cost Analyst will be responsible for the following:

• Preparing invoices for payment;
• Processing requisitions, liaising with Accounts Payable, Procurement and other internal teams as required;
• Tracking and monitoring annual plant overhaul spend to budget/forecast;
• Providing accounting for the monthly, quarterly and yearly closes;
• Providing monthly reconciliations;
• Assisting in the preparation of annual budgets and quarterly forecasts;
• Performing project and operational tasks with good overall quality, while being able to prioritize work to meet deadlines;

You recognize yourself in most of the following competencies, and where possible possess the skills and experience listed below:

• As the ideal candidate, you have a recognized Accounting/Business Certificate or degree, and a minimum 2 years related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• You have excellent computer skills using Microsoft Excel and are comfortable using accounting software.
• You have strong organizational skills, communication skills, are detail oriented, and are comfortable working to deadlines.
• You can work well both independently and collaboratively as a member of a team. A working knowledge of Oracle Financial System, Power Plan and PeopleSoft would be considered an asset.
• You will be responsible for your personal safety and that of co-workers, by observing and ensuring compliance with all Occupational Health and Safety Rules and Regulations. You will be accountable for environmental performance as it relates to the environmental management system processes and initiatives.

At the Emera Group of Companies, you’ll be part of an inclusive, respectful workplace where everyone is welcomed and supported. Come build a career as unique as you are: making an impact from Atlantic Canada to the world. Your experience and perspective will help us to safely deliver cleaner, more reliable energy to our customers.

If working in an innovative environment, challenging yourself, and shaping a cleaner energy future inspires you, we want to hear from you. Apply by January 27, 2025 and let us know why this role is right for you.

• Flexibility: Hybrid work model with 2 flexible remote workdays.
• Health & Wellbeing: A comprehensive benefits plan, 24/7 access to virtual health care services for you and your family through Dialogue, access to a free on-site fitness centre, Employee and Family Assistance Program, parental leave top-up plan and wellness benefits.
• Grow Your Career: Opportunities to advance within and between our affiliate companies, a focus on employee development and available sponsored education programs.
• Community Engagement & Care: Corporate investments in the places where our people live and work, mentoring opportunities, fundraising-matching, volunteer programs, various committees and employee resource groups, and scholarships for children of employees.
• Competitive Compensation: Short-term incentive plans and a Defined Contribution Pension Plan.

As one of Atlantic Canada’s largest publicly traded companies, we are ranked one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, Top Employers for Young People and Top Diversity Employers. We know our success is driven by our dedicated teams and we strongly encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including persons who identify as racially visible, Indigenous, persons with disabilities, women in underrepresented roles and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.
Applicants from these equity groups may self-identify through the online application process. We support candidates and employees with access and accommodation needs and encourage you to let us know when you require accommodation.

The success of the Emera Company is driven by its people: a strong team with a shared commitment to support the Emera Company mission and values. The purpose of our recruitment policy is to provide a consistent framework to support fair and equitable attraction, hiring, and retention of the best talent for vacant positions. We are dedicated to maintaining a fair hiring process that provides equitable opportunities to all our applicants and is guided by our company values.