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Manager, Financial Reporting

@ Nova Scotia Power

Halifax, Nova Scotia

6+ years experience
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Overview

Nova Scotia Power is hiring a Manager, Financial Reporting in Halifax, Nova Scotia, on a regular full-time basis. The role leads external and regulatory financial reporting, MD&A, ICFR and SOX compliance, pension accounting and a finance team, and includes one flexible remote workday per week.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead quarterly and annual financial statements and MD&A under U.S. GAAP
  • Oversee ICFR and SOX compliance
  • Manage regulatory financial reporting and pension accounting
  • Coordinate audits with external auditors
  • Lead, coach and develop a finance team

Requirements summary:

  • Professional accounting designation (CPA, CA, CGA, CMA or equivalent) required
  • 6-10 years of accounting experience, 2 years on public company disclosure
  • Strong financial statement and MD&A experience
  • Knowledge of U.S. GAAP is an asset
  • Demonstrated leadership capability

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Benefits mentioned

Retirement planEmployee assistanceParental leaveWellness
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Employer posting date
2026-10-27
First seen by our source
2026-10-29
Source record updated
2026-11-03

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Job details

SeniorityManager
DepartmentFinance & accounting
Experience6+ years
Manages peopleYes
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingOffice
PositionMostly sitting
Physical demandsphysical low · computer high
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsCPA, CA, CGA, CMA
Encouraged to applyIndigenous peoples, People with disabilities, Women, 2SLGBTQ+

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Nova Scotia Power

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Dedicated to powering our communities.

Full company description

We have had a presence in communities across Nova Scotia for over a century. As the primary electricity provider in the province, we are regulated by the Nova Scotia Energy Board and provide generation, transmission, and distribution of electrical power to approximately 550,000 customers. This includes residential, commercial, and industrial customers. With more than 2,300 dedicated employees, our team works every day to provide safe, reliable service to customers in every corner of the province. Our focus is on engaging with communities about the important work being done to meet the evolving energy needs of Nova Scotians while supporting the exciting growth and development in the region.

LinkedIn followers
37,925
People associated on LinkedIn
1,405
Reported office locations
  • 1223 Lower Water Street, Halifax, Nova Scotia, CA
Business categories
  • Electronics
  • Energy
  • Energy Efficiency
  • Energy & Utilities
  • Energy, mining, utilities
Other recorded names
  • Nova Scotia Power
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Reported total investment
806,277,311

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We have had a presence in communities across Nova Scotia for over a century. As the primary electricity provider in the province, we are regulated by the Nova Scotia Energy Board and provide generation, transmission, and distribution of electrical power to approximately 550,000 customers. This includes residential, commercial, and industrial customers. With more than 2,300 dedicated employees, our team works every…

FieldValue
IndustryUtilities
Company size1,001-5,000 employees
HeadquartersHalifax, Nova Scotia
Organization typePrivately Held
Year founded1881
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Job description
The Opportunity

Company, Department: Nova Scotia Power, Finance

Type of Employment: Regular, Full-Time

Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia

Closing Date: November 10, 2026

Are you afinancial reporting leader who thrives in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment? As Manager, Financial Reporting, you will play a critical role in ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and transparency of the organization's external and regulatory reporting while providing valuable financial insights that support strategic decision-making.

Reporting to the Controller, you will lead a team of finance professionals responsible for delivering quarterly and annual financial reporting requirements, including financial statements, Management Discussion & Analysis (MD&A), regulatory filings, and audit-related activities. This is an opportunity to combine technical accounting expertise, leadership, and stakeholder collaboration to influence key business outcomes and help maintain the organization's strong financial governance framework.


Key elements of this role include:

  • Lead the preparation and delivery of quarterly and annual Management Discussion & Analysis (MD&A) and financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP, and other external reporting requirements, ensuring accuracy, quality, and timeliness.
  • Provide technical accounting leadership by researching accounting standards, assessing reporting implications, and developing compliant financial disclosures.
  • Oversee financial reporting activities, including both routine and ad hoc reporting requests that support management decision-making.
  • Design, maintain, and strengthen Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR) and support compliance with SOX requirements.
  • Provide oversight of financial reporting activities for Wasoqonatl Transmission Inc. and support effective financial management of the Wasoqonatl Transmission Line project.
  • Manage regulatory financial reporting obligations and contribute to financial aspects of regulatory proceedings.
  • Lead pension accounting activities, including collaboration with actuarial advisors and oversight of annual pension financial statements.
  • Coordinate quarterly reviews, annual audits, and statutory audit requirements while fostering productive relationships with external auditors.
  • Build strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders to support reporting, compliance, and business objectives.
  • Lead, coach, and develop a team of finance professionals while promoting collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.

These skills will make you successful:

To thrive in this role, you recognize yourself in most of the following competencies and skills listed below:

  • Professional Accounting designation (CPA, CA, CGA, CMA, or equivalent) is required.
  • 6-10 years of related accounting experience, with a minimum of 2 years of experience focused on public company disclosure and reporting requirements.
  • Progressive accounting and financial reporting experience, including experience with public company disclosure and reporting requirements.
  • Strong experience preparing and reviewing financial statements, MD&A, and related disclosures.
  • Solid understanding of financial reporting standards, technical accounting research, and disclosure requirements; knowledge of U.S. GAAP is an asset.
  • Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering accurate, high-quality work.
  • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and complex reporting cycles.
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across business functions and with external stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated leadership capability, including the ability to motivate, coach, and develop team members.
  • Experience with financial reporting and consolidation systems including Cognos Disclosure Management and Hyperion Financial Management, is considered an asset.
  • Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.

We understand that experience comes in many forms, and we’re dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team. So, if your experience is close to what we’ve listed above, please consider applying.


Learn more about our culture and values

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 November 10, 2026, and let us know why this role is right for you.


The perks of joining our team? We offer:

  • Flexibility: One flexible remote workday.
  • 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 plan and a Defined Contribution Pension Plan.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emera

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.


Recruitment & Promotion Policy

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.

If you have any questions about this opportunity or if you are experiencing any technical difficulty with the application process, please email [email protected]

  • Lead the preparation and delivery of quarterly and annual Management Discussion & Analysis (MD&A) and financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP, and other external reporting requirements, ensuring accuracy, quality, and timeliness.
  • Provide technical accounting leadership by researching accounting standards, assessing reporting implications, and developing compliant financial disclosures.
  • Oversee financial reporting activities, including both routine and ad hoc reporting requests that support management decision-making.
  • Design, maintain, and strengthen Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR) and support compliance with SOX requirements.
  • Provide oversight of financial reporting activities for Wasoqonatl Transmission Inc. and support effective financial management of the Wasoqonatl Transmission Line project.
  • Manage regulatory financial reporting obligations and contribute to financial aspects of regulatory proceedings.
  • Lead pension accounting activities, including collaboration with actuarial advisors and oversight of annual pension financial statements.
  • Coordinate quarterly reviews, annual audits, and statutory audit requirements while fostering productive relationships with external auditors.
  • Build strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders to support reporting, compliance, and business objectives.
  • Lead, coach, and develop a team of finance professionals while promoting collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.

To thrive in this role, you recognize yourself in most of the following competencies and skills listed below:

  • Professional Accounting designation (CPA, CA, CGA, CMA, or equivalent) is required.
  • 6-10 years of related accounting experience, with a minimum of 2 years of experience focused on public company disclosure and reporting requirements.
  • Progressive accounting and financial reporting experience, including experience with public company disclosure and reporting requirements.
  • Strong experience preparing and reviewing financial statements, MD&A, and related disclosures.
  • Solid understanding of financial reporting standards, technical accounting research, and disclosure requirements; knowledge of U.S. GAAP is an asset.
  • Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering accurate, high-quality work.
  • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and complex reporting cycles.
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across business functions and with external stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated leadership capability, including the ability to motivate, coach, and develop team members.
  • Experience with financial reporting and consolidation systems including Cognos Disclosure Management and Hyperion Financial Management, is considered an asset.
  • Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.

We understand that experience comes in many forms, and we’re dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team. So, if your experience is close to what we’ve listed above, please consider applying.

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