Financial Analyst
Calgary, AB · On-site +1
Reporting to the Team Lead, External Reporting, the Financial Analyst will support the preparation of Cenovus' external disclosure documents, including quarterly and annual financial statements, MD&A ...
Calgary, AB · On-site +1
Reporting to the Team Lead, External Reporting, the Financial Analyst will support the preparation of Cenovus' external disclosure documents, including quarterly and annual financial statements, MD&A ...
Calgary, AB · On-site +1
Reporting to the Team Lead, External Reporting, the Financial Analyst will support the preparation of Cenovus' external disclosure documents, including quarterly and annual financial statements, MD&A ...
Calgary, AB · Remote
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Calgary, AB · Remote
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| Aspect | Remote Financial Controller | Remote Bookkeeper |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | CPA or equivalent, financial management experience | Basic accounting knowledge, bookkeeping certifications |
| Work Environment | Strategic financial planning, reporting, oversight | Data entry, transaction recording, ledger maintenance |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Businesses needing financial oversight, CFO support | Small businesses, startups, accounting firms |
| Search & Comparison Intent | Financial management, controller roles | Bookkeeping, accounting support |
The main difference between a Remote Financial Controller and a Remote Bookkeeper lies in their responsibilities and required credentials. Financial Controllers focus on strategic financial planning, reporting, and oversight, often requiring CPA certification and extensive experience. Bookkeepers handle day-to-day transaction recording and ledger maintenance, typically with basic accounting certifications. Employers seeking financial oversight usually search for Controllers, while Bookkeepers are sought for routine bookkeeping tasks.
As a remote financial controller, you work from home to help manage the accounting and funding needs of your employer. Your duties include helping to forecast budget needs, prepare a statement on current funds and expected returns from ongoing projects, and prepare reports to submit to any relevant entities, such as executives within the company or government agencies that require paperwork before awarding contracts. You often work through email, video conferencing, and similar virtual communication channels to gather information for these reports. Companies also advertise this job under titles like corporate controller, so be sure to read each job description carefully.

Full-time
Medical, Dental, Life, PTO
Posted 6 days ago
8.4
Based on 11 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
18th of 86 rated oil and gas companies
About this opportunity:
Reporting to the Team Lead, External Reporting, the Financial Analyst will support the preparation of Cenovus' external disclosure documents, including quarterly and annual financial statements, MD&A, and supplemental disclosures. You will help ensure external reporting is accurate, timely, and compliant with IFRS, continuous disclosure requirements, and SOX controls. This role partners with stakeholders across Finance and the broader organization to deliver high-quality financial reporting and analysis. You will contribute to process improvement initiatives that enhance reporting efficiency, controls, and overall effectiveness. Success in this role requires strong technical accounting knowledge, attention to detail, collaboration, and a commitment to continuous learning. We are hiring multiple roles and welcome applications from candidates with a range of skills and experience levels.
We are filling multiple Financial Analyst and Senior Financial Analyst opportunities that require varying levels of professional experience and expertise.
What you'll do:
Assist in the preparation and review of quarterly and annual external reporting documents, including financial statements, MD&A, and supplemental disclosures.
Support compliance with IFRS, continuous disclosure requirements, and SOX controls to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
Collaborate with stakeholders across Finance, Investor Relations, Legal, and other business areas to gather, validate, and analyze financial information.
Perform financial analysis and prepare supporting documentation, working papers, and disclosures for external reporting purposes.
Monitor emerging accounting standards and regulatory developments and assess their impact on reporting requirements.
Identify and support process improvement opportunities that enhance reporting quality, efficiency, and internal controls.
Who you are:
Our ideal candidate will have the following minimum requirements:
Legally authorized to work in Canada.
Minimum of 5 years of relevant accounting or financial reporting experience.
University degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation.
Strong knowledge of IFRS and continuous disclosure requirements.
Experience with Wdesk and SAP, or other ERP systems, is considered an asset.
We acknowledge the value of transferable skills and may consider equivalent combinations of experience and education should you not meet a specific requirement.
Note: The application deadline for this position is 11:59 PM MT August 12th, 2026.
Cenovus was ranked one of Canada's Best Employers in 2025. We're committed to being an employer of choice in our industry by offering a competitive total rewards package and employee programs and rewarding career development opportunities. Learn more.
If you require accessibility assistance to complete the on-line application or otherwise apply for an open position with Cenovus, its subsidiaries and affiliates, please email careeropportunities@cenovus.com.
Who we are:
Ranked as one of Canada's Best Employers in 2025, Cenovus is an integrated energy company headquartered in Calgary. We're committed to maximizing value by developing our assets in a safe, responsible and cost-efficient manner. We operate in Canada, the United States and the Asia Pacific region. Our operations include oil sands projects in northern Alberta, thermal and conventional crude oil and natural gas projects across Western Canada, crude oil production offshore Newfoundland and Labrador and natural gas and liquids production offshore China and Indonesia. Cenovus's downstream operations include upgrading, refining and marketing operations in Canada and the United States.
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The Cenovus experience
Total rewards
We're committed to being an employer of choice through competitive compensation and our comprehensive total rewards package, including:
Our development philosophy
We foster a culture of continuous learning and development to support employees as they build meaningful careers. We offer a variety of employee development initiatives, including:
We actively promote internal job movement, recognizing the value of gaining new perspectives, building connections across teams, and applying expertise in new ways. As a fully integrated energy company, we believe that sharing knowledge across our business and operations creates stronger outcomes-for employees and for the company as a whole.
Our culture
Equal opportunity employer
We believe a workplace where everyone has merit-based opportunities to grow, achieve career aspirations and feel a sense of belonging benefits our people, our company and the regions where we live and work. We embrace and encourage different perspectives and approaches, which help us make better business decisions. We believe that through this approach, we can solve challenges, seize opportunities and unlock innovative solutions.
To achieve an unbiased and respectful workplace, individuals are evaluated based on qualifications, merit and abilities, and we encourage applications from all qualified candidates. We also acknowledge the value of transferrable skills and may consider equivalent combinations of experience and education should you not meet a specific requirement.
For more information about working at Cenovus, visit cenovus.com.
The requirements of this posting may be modified to support business needs. Title and compensation administration will be based on the skills and capabilities of the successful incumbent.
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Oil and gas extraction
5,001 - 10,000 Employees
Calgary, AB, CA