A little about Capital Power
Capital Power (TSX: CPX) is dedicated to powering a sustainable future for people and planet. Headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta, we're a growth-oriented North American power producer that creates innovative electricity solutions to electrify the world reliably and affordably while protecting the planet for future generations.
From Alberta to Alabama, we're innovating power generation as a collaborative team of experts and innovators. We believe in empowering our people and supporting them with holistic benefits and programs so they can thrive in all aspects of life. We provide purpose-driven work in a safe, inclusive environment, and we live by our values. With us, your contributions matter. We're here to partner with you so you can learn, innovate, and forge a career that's meaningful to you. Join us in powering a clean energy future!
Your Opportunity
Two Permanent Full Time Positions.
Are you looking for valuable hands-on experience to develop critical skills while working towards your Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation?
Capital Power is currently seeking two highly motivated individuals to join our Financial Development & Accreditation Program (FDAP). This innovative CPA pre-approved development program provides on-the-job training. We will prepare you for challenging assignments within the organization and an exciting career with Capital Power.
During the program you will work with members of the Capital Power Finance team and rotate through a minimum of three different areas within the Finance department, spending approximately a year in each position. FDAP will provide you with a broad range of experience where you will be developing a variety of skills. This could include financial planning and analysis, corporate tax, operational accounting/reporting, external financial reporting, and internal audit.
This program offers you not only the technical skills required but also opportunities for you to develop communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills. The skill set acquired during these three years will meet the practical experience required to obtain your Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation.
What you will bring to the role
Education and Skills:
- Completed Business/Commerce Bachelor’s Degree (including all the prerequisites to immediately enter the CPA PEP program).
- Strong interpersonal and communication capabilities.
- Highly developed analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proven leadership skills.
- Self-motivation
- Strong attention to detail.
CPA Assistance
In addition to offering a progressive career advancement program, Capital Power provides various areas of support to assist in successfully obtaining your CPA:
- Full financial support, including CFE preparation course funding.
- A paid flex day a month that can be used for study.
- Additional paid study time for the CFE.
- A support group consisting of current students and recent CPA graduates.
- Individual mentor to assist you throughout the three-year program.
Working Conditions:
- Hybrid Office/Work from home position.
Additional Details
In order to be considered for this role you must be legally eligible to work in Canada.
Clearance of Credit check is required for this position.
The successful candidate for this position will undergo an education verification, reference checks and criminal record check.
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.
Depending on the posting requirements relocation assistance may be available.
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 our careers inbox.
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.
To apply on this position please go to www.capitalpower.com/careers and search for JR805670.
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person
