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As one of Canada’s largest publicly traded power generators, we’ve been powering communities for over 100 years across Canada, the U.S., and Australia. Our diverse energy portfolio and passionate team are driving the transition to a cleaner, more sustainable future.\nWe believe in the power of purpose, the strength of collaboration, and the value of continuous learning. If you’re ready to make a real impact in a dynamic industry, you bring the energy - we’ll provide the platform.\nABOUT THE ROLE\nAn exciting and challenging role within TransAlta’s Financial Systems Center of Excellence is now available. We are looking for an experienced Financial Systems Support Advisor. This position provides business user support in our financial systems and processes as well as planning financial cut over in reorganizations and acquisitions. This is an exciting role that touches every function in our organization, with lots of opportunity for career growth and zero chance of boredom.\nThis role is based in our Downtown Calgary Head Office. We value the benefits of working together in person while recognizing the importance of balancing work and life, and foster a supportive and flexible work environment.\nA DAY IN THE LIFE\nProvide financial system or process expertise on complex matters from source data to consolidated results. \nBuild strong relationships with cross-functional departments to collaborate on system solutions. \nDevelop detailed workplans and cutover plans to support reorganization activities, including acquisitions, mergers, and consolidation efforts. \nPartner on the preparation of financial statements and related financial statement components during transition events.\nMaintain SAP system master data and related hierarchies where required. \nDeliver necessary system and process training to keep TransAlta users up to date and maintain standards. \nUse your system and organisational skills to step into challenging and exciting new project work as required.\nABOUT YOU\nAn accounting designation and post secondary education with 5+ years of relevant work experience in a financial systems support role.\nSolid understanding of IFRS, SOX compliance, and financial statement preparation. \nIn depth experience with at least 3 of the following SAP modules: AA, AR, AP (VIM), PS, MM, TRM, CLM, BCS (BPC or Group Reporting), with TRM and CLM experience being highly preferred\nUnderstanding of the interplay of MM, PM/EAM, SCM, Payroll, and Business Planning on core finance modules (FI/CO) and processes. \nIn depth experience with complementary tools such as Excel, Analysis for Microsoft Office, Power Query, BI. \nDemonstrate substantial experience in daily support operations, along with adaptability and expertise to coordinate integration projects as needed. \nExcellent interpersonal and communication skills in a dynamic multi-stakeholder environment. \nStrong attention to detail, time management skills and a demonstrated ability to prioritize time sensitive deliverables with minimal supervision.\nTHE PERKS\nCompetitive salary \nAnnual incentives \nCompany-matching pension plan\nFlexible health benefits for you and your family \nGenerous vacation and personal days \nLearning and development programs\nEmployee recognition and rewards\nAnnual wellness allowance\nExplore our Employee Experience Booklet on our Careers site to see how we support your growth and wellbeing www.transalta.com/careers\nOUR CULTURE\nAt TransAlta, we’re driven by a Culture of Results, Learning, and Purpose. 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