Job Description

The Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO) is responsible for the safe, reliable, and economic planning and operation of the Alberta Interconnected Electric System. We provide open and non-discriminatory access to Alberta’s interconnected power grid and also facilitate Alberta’s competitive wholesale electricity market. The AESO strives to foster an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where people feel respected and welcomed for who they are, together we deliver high performance and innovative results.

If you are a current AESO employee or contractor, please view openings and apply through our internal site at Workday

Reporting to the Manager, SNOW, Security & Compliance Delivery and Quality Assurance, the Financial and Asset Management Analyst (IT) supports the effective lifecycle management of IT assets, including hardware, software, and cloud services, from acquisition through disposal. In this role you will ensure IT assets are accurately recorded, compliant with licensing and contract requirements, and managed in a cost-effective manner. Working closely with IT, Finance, Procurement, Security, and audit partners, you will support asset governance, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cost management across the IT organization, including senior level financial support Restructured Energy market (REM) including budgeting, forecasting and cost tracking.

You will bring professional maturity and a strong “can‑do” spirit, applying sound analytical and critical thinking skills while remaining highly organized and detail‑oriented. A strong commitment to meeting deadlines and the ability to exercise independent judgment are essential for success in this role.

This full-time opportunity offers a competitive salary, and a variable pay program. We also have paid vacation and flex time, health and dental benefits, mental health support, a defined contribution pension plan, and learning and development opportunities as part of your overall compensation package. We support a hybrid work environment, where the team is in the office on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Mondays and Fridays are flexible for where you work best.

Accountabilities include but are not limited to:

Financial Management and Reporting

• Analysis of all IT Finance costs including General & Administrative costs and project costs.

• Complete month-end processes including monthly close for the IT Division.

• Liaise with IT leads to ensure accuracy of maintenance and financial reporting.

• Conduct the review and analysis of financial reports including commentary and analysis on significant projects and variance to budget.

• Develop and maintain financial reports within the financial reporting system.

• Forecasting and budgeting for the IT Division, including engaging program and project managers.

• Lead the preparation of the annual and periodic divisional budget and financial plan.

• Participate in or perform various special projects and assignments related to financial reporting.

• Partner with Finance and Procurement to support asset-related cost tracking, forecasting, and renewals.

• Contribute to budgeting and forecasting activities related to IT assets, where applicable.

Software Asset Management & Compliance

• Support software license compliance by reconciling entitlements, usage, and deployments.

• Assist with internal and external audits by providing validated asset and license data.

• Identify licensing risks, over-deployment, and opportunities to reduce unused or under-utilized software.

Vendor Support

• Assist with vendor management activities, including contract tracking, renewal timelines, and cost optimization initiatives.

Process, Governance, and Continuous Improvement

• Support the execution and ongoing improvement of IT Asset Management processes and standards.

• Ensure ITAM practices align with internal policies, audit requirements, and control framework.

• Identify process gaps and recommend improvements to enhance data quality, compliance and efficiency.

Program Budget & Financial Management

• Support the Delivery Sponsor and Program Leadership in managing the REM IT Systems program budget across multiple workstreams and fiscal years.

• Maintain visibility into approved budgets, actuals, forecasts (ETC/EAC), and variances at the program and workstream levels.

• Coordinate with workstream leads, Finance, and vendors to ensure timely and accurate financial inputs for reporting.

• Track financial risks and assumptions and reflect material impacts in the program RAID log.

• Support preparation of Working Committee and executive financial updates, including spotlight topics on variances, funding pressures, and forecast changes.

• Assist with change request (CR) financial analysis, including schedule and budget impacts, to support governance decision making.

• Ensure alignment between program delivery plans and financial forecasts, highlighting cost impacts of scope, sequencing, or dependency changes.

Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare regular and ad hoc reports on asset inventory, license compliance posture and financial impacts.

• Provide analysis and insights to support decision-making by IT leadership and stakeholders.

• Respond to data requests related to audits, risk assessments, and governance reviews.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Work collaboratively with IT operations, security, finance, procurement, and business partner.

• Support cross-functional initiatives involving financial data and service management.

• Communicate financial information clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

What you’ll bring to us:

• Degree or diploma in Information Technology, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.

• 8 years of experience in IT Asset Management, Software Asset Management, IT operations, or a related analytical role.

• Ability to manage and interpret asset and financial data.

• Knowledge of IT asset lifecycle principles and software licensing concepts.

• Experience working with ITSM/ITAM tools and asset repositories.

• Exposure to audit, compliance, or financial reporting environments is an asset.

• Working knowledge of Workday/Adaptive considered an asset.

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

• Strong verbal and written English communication skills.

• Strong analytical mind; demonstrated critical thinking and analytic skills with strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills.

• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams.

• Strong time management and workload prioritization skills, with a strong commitment to meeting deadlines.

• Ability to be flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced, challenging and dynamic environment.

Application deadline: April 11, 2026

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