Finance Director Jobs

About Us

Brookfield Renewable is the flagship listed renewable power company of Brookfield Corporation, a leading global alternative asset manager with over $825 billion of assets under management.

Brookfield Renewable operates one of the world’s largest publicly traded, pure-play renewable power platforms. Our portfolio consists of hydroelectric, wind, utility-scale solar and storage facilities in North America, South America, Europe and Asia, and totals approximately 25,700 megawatts of installed capacity and a development pipeline of approximately 126,000 megawatts of renewable power assets, 12 million metric tonnes per annum ("MMTPA") of carbon capture and storage, 2 million tons of recycled material, 4 million metric million British thermal units of renewable natural gas pipeline, a solar manufacturing facility capable of producing 5,000 MW of panels annually and 1 MMTPA green ammonia facility powered entirely by renewable energy. Leveraging over 120 years of operating experience and industry-leading innovation, we drive value across our extensive clean energy platform and deliver innovative renewable power solutions that accelerate the world towards a low-carbon future. Our value extends well beyond the clean energy we produce to fuel a sustainable, growing economy. From our extensive renewable power fleet, we make positive economic, social, and environmental impacts in the communities where we live and work.

Why Join Us

At Brookfield Renewable, we attract and retain high-performing individuals who are interested in making an impact, driving meaningful change and being part of a fast-paced and collaborative environment. Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture. Together, we contribute to the success of one of the fastest growing and largest publicly traded, pure play renewable power platforms in the world while supporting decarbonization and greater energy sustainability to facilitate the global transition to a net-zero.

About the Role

Reporting to the Senior Director, Finance, the Director will oversee the technical accounting function as part of a collaborative team of accounting professionals. Working with members of our global operating platform and senior management, the candidate will be closely involved in the preparation, analysis and presentation of the TSX and NYSE listed financial statements for Brookfield Renewable Partners (BEP).

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate quarter and yearend audit support and work with the independent auditors to address queries;
• Provide review and oversight of the company’s derivative and hedging activities;
• Provide support to the Senior Director for ad-hoc requests.
• Research and prepare position papers on new accounting standards, corporate policies, and other complex accounting issues;
• Maintain internal controls related to the above functions to ensure a SOX compliant close process;
• Perform and/or review analysis under IFRS 9, IFRS 15 and IFRS 16 for various agreements;
• Undertake and coordinate accounting for M&A transactions, including US GAAP to IFRS differences;

Your Expertise

• 7 years or more of relevant work experience;
• Solid analytical abilities, combined with being detail-oriented;
• Ability to work independently, solve problems and use sound judgment;
• Strong communication skills (oral and written), bilingualism is considered as an asset;
• Ability to “think outside the box”, to work in a dynamic, complex, fast paced environment, to adapt quickly and to manage changing priorities;
• Recognized professional accounting designation (CA/CPA);
• Understanding of valuation techniques, specifically discounted cash flow;
• Demonstrated knowledge of IFRS (US GAAP an asset);
• Good knowledge of Excel, knowledge of IFS and Cognos Controller an asset.
• Working knowledge of Cognos Controller consolidation software is considered as an asset;
• Demonstrated knowledge of internal controls (specific SOX experience is considered as an asset);
• Demonstrated experience in the analysis of consolidated financial results and in the preparation of supporting documents for complex financial statements;
• Excellent team player;
• Quality and detail-oriented and able to meet tight deadlines;
• Experience in working in a growing organization with changing needs and multiple business transactions that have an impact on the consolidation process of the business;
• Capable of managing difficult and demanding situations;

Total Rewards

Brookfield offers a complete benefits program to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan incudes, the following benefits, in addition to many others:

• The perks. Brookfield offers a competitive salary, a bonus program, paid vacation along with a comprehensive medical & dental benefits.
• The people. You will be surrounded by different teams, businesses, and geographies – a collaborative, open and dynamic environment.

Diversity & Inclusion

Brookfield Renewable embraces and promotes the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including women, Indigenous peoples and other persons of all races, ethnic origins, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions. We also provide accommodation during all parts of the hiring process, upon request. If contacted to proceed to the recruitment process, please advise us if you require any accommodation.