Manager, Regulatory Affairs & Compliance

Description

The Opportunity

Alectra is committed to putting our people first in providing a positive employee experience and a safe work environment. Our Hybrid Workplace policy allows for an effective balance for employees with the opportunity to work in a hybrid environment; a combination of Remote / In-office work based on operational requirements.

Position Purpose:

The Manager, Regulatory Affairs & Compliance provides leadership and support to the Regulatory Affairs department including managing resources and process to ensure compliance with all industry regulations impacting business operations. This position reviews and assesses emerging regulatory issues, industry standards and OEB/MOE initiatives and, under the supervision of the Director, provides advice and guidance with respect to necessary actions.

Responsibilities:

• Leads and manages the timely and accurate reporting of all OEB regulated reporting requirements, including Reporting and Record Keeping Requirements (“RRRs”), the annual utility scorecard, surveys, annual reports, and data required for regulatory compliance filings
• Leads the regulatory-related elements of external audits for RRRs and ESQRs
• Leads and manages regulatory support processes for system connections and expansions
• Manages retailer settlement agreements
• Contributes to the development of regulatory strategies
• Coordinates information and writes evidence, reports, briefings that effectively communicate and advance the regulatory agenda
• Provides analysis, recommendations, and advice on regulatory advocacy issues and for strategic projects such as mergers and acquisitions
• Reviews, processes, and provides interpretation and implications of staff papers and decisions from the OEB and ensures that all regulatory filings are completed in a timely manner, accurately and to the appropriate standard
• Develops methodologies and approaches that will improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the provision of regulatory services
• Manages record-keeping activities to facilitate the timely and accurate retrieval of documents and records for internal and external review
• Monitors industry issues and regulatory developments; and builds and maintains solid working relationships with government and regulatory authorities to proactively keep abreast of new and evolving regulations, including recommending appropriate course of action
• Remains current with new initiatives from the OEB, the IESO, the Ministry of Energy and other organizations
• Provides support and works cooperatively with other internal groups regarding industry initiatives and regulatory compliance
• Manages the introduction of new or modified regulatory-related business processes including the creation of job aids and employee training
• Manages department projects and key initiatives to ensure quality and timely completion
• Researches, recommends, and implements new or enhanced policies, procedures, and processes to improve operational effectiveness
• Provides overall people leadership and direction through coaching, development, performance management and resource planning
• Ensures compliance with legislative, regulatory, and Health & Safety policies, procedures, and standards Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Competencies:

Education & Specialized Knowledge

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Accounting or a related discipline, or the equivalent related industry experience
• CMA/CGA/CA/CPA designation is preferred
• Knowledge of regulatory and governmental codes, rules, and regulations would be an asset 
• Strong computer skills with proficiency in MS Office applications

Experience

• Minimum 5-7 years’ experience including a leadership role, preferably in finance and/or regulatory
• Extensive experience building financial models and working with complex spreadsheets
• Overall understanding of the various functions in a utility
• Experience in a unionized utility environment an asset

Skills/Abilities/Competencies

• Strong ability to lead change and engage, develop and motivate teams
• Strong planning skills, with the ability to assess the impact of decisions
• Excellent written and presentation skills, with the ability to organize and convey information in a compelling manner
• Solid organizational skills with the ability to work effectively on multiple projects within tight deadlines.
• Ability to effectively convey the company’s interests in a variety of external forums
• Strong conflict negotiation skills, with the ability to influence and resolve difficult situations
• Must hold and maintain a valid class “G” driver’s license

Working Conditions

• Work performed in an environment with minor or almost no exposure to disagreeable or challenging working conditions.

How to Apply

If you would like to be considered for this position and meet the qualifications, please submit your resume by clicking on the apply button.

Alectra is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a recruitment process that respects the dignity and independence of all candidates. Alectra will consult with all applicants who request accommodation during the recruitment process to ensure that the accommodation provided takes into account the applicant's individual accessibility needs, to the point of undue hardship.

We thank all applicants for their interest in a career with Alectra. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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