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Lead, Technical Accounting

@ Capital Power Corporation

Edmonton, Alberta

Full-time3+ years experience
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Overview

Capital Power is hiring a permanent full-time Lead, Technical Accounting in Edmonton or Calgary. The role advises on technical accounting matters, prepares quarterly and annual financial statements and supporting memos, and monitors IFRS developments for the Audit Committee. Hybrid schedule with Monday and Friday at home, Tuesday to Thursday in the office, and reasonable overtime at quarter-end.

Responsibilities:

  • Advise on technical accounting matters and prepare memos
  • Prepare indirect cash flow statement and AFFO
  • Prepare or review financial statement notes
  • Monitor IFRS developments and prepare Audit Committee summaries
  • Perform SOX controls

Requirements summary:

  • Post-secondary degree in business, finance or accounting
  • Professional accounting designation
  • Minimum 3 years of accounting experience after designation
  • Experience working with IFRS
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office Suite

Tools & skills

Benefits mentioned

Retirement plan
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-07-05
First seen by our source
2026-10-08
Source record updated
2026-11-06

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Job details

SenioritySenior
DepartmentFinance & accounting
Experience3+ years
Hours per week40
Scheduleday, overtime
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingOffice
PositionMostly sitting
Physical demandsphysical low · computer high
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsProfessional accounting designation
Background checkseducation, criminal record, credit
Encouraged to applyPeople with disabilities
EducationBachelor’s degree (required)
Fields of studyBusiness, Finance, Accounting
Perks mentionedGenerous paid time off, Flexible hours, Retirement plan

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Capital Power Corporation

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Powering Change by Changing Powerᵀᴹ

Full company description

Capital Power (TSX: CPX) is a growth-oriented power producer with approximately 12 GW of power generation at 32 facilities, plus battery energy storage across North America. We prioritize safely delivering reliable and affordable power communities can depend on, building lower-carbon power systems, and creating balanced solutions for our energy future.

LinkedIn followers
31,038
People associated on LinkedIn
904
Reported office locations
  • 1200-10423 101 Street, Edmonton, Alberta T5H0E9, CA
Business categories
  • Energy
  • Power Grid
Other recorded names
  • Capital Power
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No
Reported total investment
1,940,370,447

Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.

Capital Power (TSX: CPX) is a growth-oriented power producer with approximately 12 GW of power generation at 32 facilities, plus battery energy storage across North America. We prioritize safely delivering reliable and affordable power communities can depend on, building lower-carbon power systems, and creating balanced solutions for our energy future.

FieldValue
IndustryUtilities
Company size501-1,000 employees
HeadquartersEdmonton, Alberta
Organization typePublic Company
Year founded2009
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Job description

A little about Capital Power

Capital Power (TSX: CPX) is dedicated to Powering Change by Changing Power. This north star guides our ambitions, focus, and actions as we transform our energy system. We're a growth-oriented North American energy company headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta. Our team safely delivers, builds, and creates balanced energy solutions for customers across North America.

Our people are at the core of our journey to deliver reliable, affordable, and lower-carbon power solutions. We provide purpose-driven work in a safe and inclusive environment, and we live by our North Star. With us, your contributions matter – we want you to be empowered to innovate, collaborate, and ultimately drive results. We're here to partner with you so you can learn, grow, and forge a career that's meaningful to you. Join us in powering North America!

Your Opportunity

One Permanent Full-Time Position.

The Lead, Technical Accounting plays a key role in assessing the impacts of significant and unusual transactions and in preparing quarterly and annual financial statements. This role ensures continued compliance with accounting standards and regulations, while supporting leadership and auditors with technical accounting insights.

You will contribute to our team by:

Technical Accounting & Reporting

  • Advise on technical accounting matters and prepare supporting memos on an ad-hoc basis

  • Monitor technical accounting issues and communicate updates to auditors and senior management quarterly

  • Prepare the indirect cash flow statement and supporting working papers quarterly and annually

  • Prepare Adjusted Funds from Operations (AFFO) and advise on transaction impacts

  • Prepare or review financial statement notes and supporting documentation

Standards & Compliance

  • Monitor IFRS developments and prepare quarterly summaries for the Audit Committee

  • Prepare IFRS disclosure checklists to support financial statement reporting

  • Perform SOX controls as required

What you will bring to the role:

Education

  • Post-secondary degree in Business, Finance, or Accounting

  • Professional accounting designation

  • Experience working with IFRS

Experience

  • Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience post designation

  • Experience in financial reporting; public company experience is an asset

Technical Skills

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office Suite

  • Experience with Oracle is an asset

  • Experience with US GAAP is an asset

Working Conditions

  • Hybrid work from home on Mondays and Fridays and in the office Tuesday – Thursday.

  • Edmonton or Calgary candidates will be considered for the position.

  • 8 hours per day, with reasonable overtime required during quarter-end periods

  • Core hours between 7:30–8:30 AM start and 4:30–5:30 PM end.

Additional Details:

In order to be considered for this role you must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

The successful candidate for this position will undergo an education verification, reference checks and criminal record check. Clearance of Credit check is required for this position.

Capital Power employees that refer a successful candidate for this position are eligible for a $1000 Referral Reward!

We believe that creating a culture that supports employee physical, mental, financial, and social wellbeing is critical to our success. That is why we provide flexible and affordable employee benefits, retirement savings, and paid time off programs. We also provide comprehensive onboarding, training, and programs supporting your career development.

How To Apply and Next Steps

Capital Power only accepts resumes via online application at www.capitalpower.com/careers. If you choose to submit your resume by any other means, we cannot guarantee that your application will be considered for vacancies.

Applicants with disabilities who require a reasonable accommodation to complete their application can request accessible formats, communication support, or other accessibility assistance by contacting [email protected].

Capital Power is committed to providing a fair and transparent hiring process. We recognize and embrace the value of diversity and hire employees with the appropriate skills, experience and knowledge for each position.

Thank you for taking the time to apply and expressing interest in powering a sustainable future with Capital Power! We wish that we could personally respond to everyone who applies; however, it is our practice to contact only those individuals selected for interviews.

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