Date: Jul 8, 2025
Location:Calgary, AB, CA
Company: TransAlta
Job Type: Full time - Salaried
Work Arrangement: Hybrid

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Technology, or related field
• 8+ years total SAP Finance experience with minimum 3+ years hands-on S/4HANA FICO
• CRITICAL: Proven experience with S/4HANA post-upgrade optimization and finance transformation in newly upgraded environments

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

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• SAP S/4HANA Finance certification

• CPA, or equivalent finance certification preferred
• Experience with SAP BPC or SAP Analytics Cloud for planning and consolidation
• Knowledge of RPA tools for finance process automation

OUR CULTURE

At TransAlta, we’re driven by a Culture of Results, Learning, and Purpose. We prioritize psychological safety, wellbeing, inclusion, and belonging - creating a space where everyone can thrive. We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation and progress, and we’re committed to building a workplace where you can be your authentic self.
Ready to Power Up With Us? Excited about this role but don’t meet every single requirement? We still encourage you to apply. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for a job unless they meet every single qualification. You might just be the candidate we are looking for.

We’re looking for a SAP S/4HANA Finance Lead to join our IT Team. In this role, you’ll report to the IT Solutions Manager - ERP and will play a key part in driving financial process optimization and system enhancement initiatives for our freshly upgraded S/4HANA on RISE environment. This role requires proven expertise in S/4HANA Finance modules, post-upgrade optimization experience, and the ability to coordinate complex projects with business stakeholders and outsourced vendor teams while maximizing the value of our newly upgraded system.
This position is based at our Downtown Calgary Head Office, with the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule.