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PETRONAS Canada is one of the largest natural gas resource owners in Canada. We have operations in the Montney play in northeast British Columbia and are a partner in LNG Canada. As part of PETRONAS, a dynamic global energy group with presence in over 100 countries, we are well-positioned to provide global markets with responsibly-developed Canadian energy while supporting local jobs, collaborating with Indigenous communities and protecting the environment.

At PETRONAS Canada, we are committed to building Canada's energy future - and people are fundamental to our success. We foster a culture of open collaboration and empowerment across our team of skilled professionals, while supporting career development opportunities. We are looking for can-do problem solvers to join our team who are innovative and passionate about driving strong safety, operational and sustainability performance in everything we do. Our unique culture and commitment to growth makes the company a great place to build your career.

THE ROLE:

We have an exciting opportunity for a Financial Analyst to join our Financial Reporting team in Calgary, AB. You will be responsible for providing accounting expertise and advice to support business initiatives and activities for PETRONAS Canada. In addition to executing core financial reporting activities, this individual will proactively identify opportunities to simplify processes, improve controls, and automate manual activities. The ideal candidate combines strong technical accounting and analytical capabilities with intellectual curiosity and a continuous improvement mindset, enabling them to identify risks, challenge assumptions, uncover efficiencies, and focus their efforts on delivering meaningful business insights.

HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE:

• Prepare monthly and quarterly financial analyses and consolidated financial statements
• Perform and review month-end close activities, including accruals, manual journal entries, and account reconciliations to ensure completeness and accuracy
• Assist in the preparation and review of balance sheet reconciliations, including property, plant and equipment, capital expenditures, operating expenses, loans, leases, asset retirement obligations, intercompany balances, depreciation, and other key accounts
• Assist in the preparation and review of balance sheet reconciliations, including property loans, leases, asset retirement obligations, intercompany balances, depreciation, and other key accounts
• Assist in the development and maintenance of financial models to support monthly forecasting, budgeting, and performance tracking
• Analyze financial results, identify key variances, trends, and emerging business issues, and provide meaningful insights and recommendations to management to support decision-making
• Prepare and deliver management reporting packages, ensuring clarity, consistency, and actionable insights
• Build a strong understanding of financial reporting processes, systems, and controls, contributing to continuous improvement initiatives
• Prepare and process revenue invoices for intercompany transactions
• Identify opportunities to streamline and automate recurring accounting and reporting activities, reducing manual effort and enhancing process efficiency
• Challenge existing processes and controls by applying a critical and analytical mindset to improve accuracy, consistency, and scalability
• Leverage systems and data tools to improve reporting capabilities and enable more value-added financial analysis

WHAT YOU BRING:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• CPA professional designation is required
• 4+ years of relevant experience
• Practical experience and understanding of International Financial Reporting Standards
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships with all levels in the organization
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail
• Flexibility to meet the demands of an international company
• Proficiency with SAP, Analysis for Office, and Excel are considered assets
• Demonstrated ability to identify process improvement opportunities and drive efficiencies through automation, standardization, and simplification
• Naturally curious and inquisitive, with the confidence to challenge existing processes and seek better ways of working

Job postings are typically only open for applications for two weeks so please submit your resume today.

WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN OUR TEAM:

• Flexible work arrangements which include a compressed work week with Friday afternoons off for office-based roles

• Dress for your day - a casual yet professional environment

• Ability to contribute to a dynamic organization with large growth ambitions

• Competitive compensation and bonus programs

• Top tier benefit package, including a generous Health and Wellness Spending Account and Savings Plan

• Making a positive difference in our communities through volunteerism, community support and providing opportunities to those in the areas where we operate

• Annual employee-directed charity donation program

• Support for training and professional development

PETRONAS Canada would like to thank all applicants for their interest in joining our team; however only the candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.