Mgr, Financial Reporting

Job Title: Manager, Financial Reporting

Job Level: FIN D6
Date Posted: April 23, 2026
Closing Date: May 6, 2026
Job Type: Full-time Permanent
Category: Internal/External Opportunities

Location: Calgary

Powering a bright future starts with you!

At AltaLink, people are at the heart of our success. We are a team committed to doing the right thing for each other and our customers. We foster an environment that is inclusive, collaborative and high performing and we value personal accountability. Our people are empowered to continuously improve, deliver outstanding customer service and make a meaningful impact every day. We embrace the unique identities, experiences and perspectives of our workforce, reflecting the communities where we operate. Everyone at AltaLink can expect to work in a safe, respectful environment where trust and commitment are at the core of how we operate.

Oh, and, what do we do?

We power Alberta! Our transmission lines deliver electricity to millions of Albertans 24 hours a day, seven days a week. When you’re on our team, you’re supporting Alberta’s homes, farms, businesses and industries by providing the safe, reliable and affordable electricity they rely on. Whether working in the field or in the office, every AltaLinker contributes to keeping the lights on. Want to join our team? We’re excited to share that we are hiring a Manager, Financial Reporting.

Job Description:

AltaLink is recruiting for the position of Manager, Financial Reporting. We are seeking a results oriented, collaborative, ambitious individual to join our team. A strong leader who excels as both a team player and individual contributor, you are passionate about working in a dynamic, fast-paced organization that is striving to develop people through a broad range of experiences. Reporting directly to the Director, Corporate Accounting and Reporting, you will be responsible for preparing accurate and compliant external financial reporting, including consolidated financial statements and Management’s Discussion and Analysis. You will also be responsible for preparing complete, accurate and timely financial information, financial analysis, and management reporting for AltaLink, its owner and managers. You will be expected to develop effective working relationships with diverse groups within AltaLink, its affiliates, and its owner, and provide them with analysis and support, as well as interpretation of critical accounting issues. You possess a professional accounting designation with at least ten years of progressive, related financial reporting experience. To be successful in this position, you will have an excellent knowledge of public company financial reporting requirements, including IFRS® Accounting Standards and U.S. GAAP, and prior financial reporting experience at a management level and experience in consolidation and implementing new accounting standards.  You are able to communicate effectively, and you have strong analytical and problem-solving skills. It would be an asset if you have utility accounting experience, particularly in the transmission industry, and experience with utility regulatory accounting.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the Financial Reporting group, and take ownership of, and be accountable for, the actions and results of the group.
• Plan and organize the work of the group, including the development of deadlines to ensure that internal and external reporting timelines are met.
• Prepare accurate financial analyses, financial information, and financial reports that are required by other groups, senior management, committees, Board of Directors, and AltaLink’s owner.
• Prepare accurate and compliant external financial reporting, including consolidated financial statements and Management’s Discussion and Analysis.
• Lead and implement new and amended IFRS Accounting Standards and U.S. GAAP.
• Provide input to reviews of critical accounting issues.
• Participate in the review, revision, development and implementation of accounting policies.
• Liaise with internal, external and regulatory auditors, including agreeing on the timing of audits and audit protocols, the provision of required information, and IFRS Accounting Standards and U.S. GAAP treatment.
• Participate in budgeting and forecasting plans.
• Recruit, manage performance, mentor, and offer leadership and guidance to the members of the Financial Reporting group.
• Develop effective working relationships with key stakeholders, particularly with AltaLink’s affiliates, senior management, and owner.
• Carry out other duties, as required, at the direction of the Director.
• Demonstrate key behaviors and meet identified expectations outlined in our four cultural pillars – one team, continuous improvement, customer focus and personal accountability.

Requirements

• Professional accounting designation with at least ten years of progressive, related financial reporting experience.
• Excellent knowledge of public company financial reporting requirements, including IFRS Accounting Standards and U.S. GAAP requirements.
• Experience preparing external financial reporting, including consolidated financial statements and Management’s Discussion and Analysis.
• Experience preparing financial information, analysis and reporting to senior management, committees and Board of Directors.
• Experience with implementing new accounting standards, including preparing accounting treatment memos.
• Consolidation accounting experience.
• Prior experience at a management level.
• Proven ability/experience in above noted responsibilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to interface with team members and customers to promote positive customer outcomes.
• Utility regulatory accounting experience would be an asset.
• SAP accounting experience would be an asset.
• Proven track record of good attendance and performance.

Notes:

Internal candidates can submit their resume internally via https://referrals.workable.com/altalink/jobs/

External candidates can submit their application via Workable externally at AltaLink - Current Openings (workable.com).

AltaLink employees should be aware that we may contact your manager during the selection process.  Some positions may require job specific assessments, regular criminal record checks, additional AltaLink training, medical assessments, annual drivers abstract, and drug tests.  Please contact the Hiring Manager or Recruiter for further clarification if required.

We thank all candidates for their interest in a career with AltaLink. Due to the high volume of applications, we will only be contacting candidates being considered for an interview. We sincerely appreciate all interest and invite all candidates to follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook and/or X.

In proceeding with your application, you will be required to submit personal information to AltaLink through our applicant tracking service provider and this information will be accessible to AltaLink personnel involved in AltaLink’s hiring processes.  AltaLink also relies on third parties to assist in the hiring process and your information may be provided to them for this purpose. In the application process, AltaLink will require you to provide consent to the collection, use, and storage of your personal information for these purposes.

At AltaLink, we celebrate diversity and inclusion. We are committed to fair employment practices, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, age, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, family status, source of income, sexual orientation or any other category protected by applicable provincial or federal law.

Benefits

• Extended Healthcare Plan (Medical, Disability, Dental & Vision)
• Spending Accounts
• Competitive Compensation and Bonus Plan
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan and Group RRSP
• Group Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Vacation, Earned Time off, Birthdays Off Work and 13 Recognized Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Social Club
• Onsite Parking and Onsite Gym
• Wellness Programs