EPCOR Water Services

Manager, Financial Planning & Regulatory Reporting

EPCOR Water Services$100K — $120K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • CPA designation and a degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
  • Minimum 5+ years in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
  • At least 2 years of experience leading or developing teams.
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities in financial contexts.
  • Familiarity with budgeting and forecasting software and financial reporting structures.
  • Organizational skills to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the team in annual budgeting, forecasting, and regulatory filings.
  • Develop timelines and processes for budget completion.
  • Collaborate with managers to consolidate financial information for reporting.
  • Utilize Adaptive Insights software for budget development and reporting.
  • Review assumptions and risks in forecasts, providing strategic recommendations.
  • Facilitate budget review meetings with senior management.
  • Enhance regulatory reporting processes for compliance and standards.

Benefits

  • Potential eligibility for a hybrid work program.
  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Involvement in strategic decision-making and financial oversight.
  • Supportive team environment with a focus on leadership development.
  • Participation in the overall financial governance of the organization.
Full Job Description
Description

Highlights of the job

We are hiring two full-time permanent Manager, Financial Planning & Regulatory Reporting positions based in Edmonton, AB. Reporting to the Associate Director, Regulatory & Forecast, you will lead a team responsible for EPCOR Distribution & Transmission's (EDTI) annual budgeting, forecasting, revenue requirement development, and regulatory filing activities. This role plays a key part in supporting strategic decision-making, regulatory compliance, and financial planning across the business.

As the Manager, Financial Planning & Regulatory Reporting you will lead EDTI's annual budget and forecasting processes, ensuring accurate and timely reporting is provided to managers and senior leadership. You will develop, analyze and review IFRS and regulatory accounting transactions to support the Distribution Performance Based Regulation (PBR) and Transmission Cost of Service (COS) regulatory filings. You are a collaborative and organized professional who takes initiative, manages competing priorities, and identifies opportunities to improve processes and reporting.

This position may be eligible for EPCOR's hybrid work program!

What you'd be responsible for

  • Leading a team responsible for delivering EDTI's annual budget, forecasting, revenue requirement development and regulatory filing requirements, including:
    • Developing timelines, processes and schedules to support the timely and accurate completion of the annual budget.
    • Partnering with Managers and Directors to gather, analyze, and consolidate budget and forecast information for corporate budgeting and regulatory filings.
    • Using Adaptive Insights budgeting software to develop EDTI's annual budget, calculate revenue requirements, generate ad-hoc reports, and support regulatory and financial reporting requirements.
    • Reviewing budget, forecast, assessing key assumptions, drivers and risks, and providing recommendations to support informed decision-making.
    • Leading and participating in budget review meetings with management and senior leadership.
    • Preparing financial supporting information, drafting applications evidence and narrative sections and information requests for both the PBR and COS applications.
  • Collaborating with EPCOR affiliates to forecast intercompany transactions and Service Level Agreements. Additionally, supporting compilation of year end reporting requirements for submission to the Alberta Utilities Commission.
  • Developing, implementing and enhancing budgeting, forecasting and regulatory reporting processes to ensure compliance with policies, standards, and regulatory requirements.
  • Leading, coaching, and developing a high-performing team, including recruitment, employee development, and succession planning.
  • Arranging training to ensure that technical knowledge of employees is current, and that all employees have the technical skills they require.
  • Ensuring team deliverables are aligned and integrated, with EPCOR D&T Finance's performance metrics and strategic plan.


What's required to be successful

  • CPA designation and a degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
  • Experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis (minimum 5+ years).
  • Experience leading, coaching, or developing team members (minimum 2+ years).
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess results, identify key drivers, and provide meaningful insights.
  • Experience with budgeting and forecasting systems, including a solid understanding of financial reporting structures and general ledger design.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
  • Knowledge of utility regulation, regulatory accounting and the Alberta electricity industry is considered an asset.


This position requires a proactive individual with strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills. You possess a high attention to detail, work effectively across cross-functional teams, and demonstrate sound judgment, influence, and strong interpersonal and leadership skills. A strong work ethic and commitment to continuous improvement are essential.

Other important facts about this job

Jurisdiction: Management

Hours of work: 80 hours biweekly

Application deadline: September 21, 2026

About EPCOR Water Services

EPCOR Water Services is a Canadian water utility company that provides water and wastewater services to residential and commercial customers in Alberta, British Columbia, and Arizona. The company was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta. EPCOR Water Services is a subsidiary of EPCOR Utilities, which is owned by the City of Edmonton. The company has over 2000 employees and serves over 85 communities.
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