Performance Analyst - Canadian Natural Resources, Calgary

Role Overview

At Canadian Natural, we are proud to be a leader in Canada’s energy industry. Join us and help drive innovation and long-term value through integrity, teamwork, and a passion for doing things right. Make your mark while you grow your career! The Performance Analyst will ensure the accuracy and completeness of monthly accounting, forecasting and annual budgeting for the operating and capital costs related to the Infrastructure and Logistics business at Canadian Natural’s Albian Oil Sands mine. The ideal candidate is recognized as a team player with effective communication skills and possesses very strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Key duties

• Assess and prepare month-end operating and capital expense accruals
• Collection and reporting of monthly business area costs, including operating, maintenance, and sustaining capital (billed and accrued)
• Assist in preparing the monthly Operating Cost Report, with extensive analysis on OPEX and Capital spend, compared to forecast and budget
• Regular meetings with finance and business stakeholders to review and report on financial results with detailed variance explanations to budget and forecasts
• Communicate the business area financial results with management and stakeholders
• Investigation and reporting of monthly, quarterly, and annual cost variances to budget and forecast
• Develop ad hoc reports and analyses as required using Business Intelligence tools such as Power BI and EPM
• Consult with other finance teams on transaction processing to facilitate complete and improved information analysis
• Develop and maintain appropriate financial controls and business processes with input on opportunities for improvement

Requirements

• Typically 5+ years of related industry experience with a post-secondary degree in Accounting, Commerce, or Business Administration
• Accounting designation required
• Expertise in financial and management accounting
• Proven detailed cost analytics
• Previous experience supporting operating sites is considered an asset
• The Microsoft Office Suite, in particular Excel
• E1, Open Invoice, Essbase and Maximo software are considered an asset
• Legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions

About the company

Canadian Natural commenced business in 1989 with a handful of employees and modest production, but today we employ more than 10,000 people and produce over 1 million BOE/d. Social responsibility is a critical element of our commitment to responsible operations and part of our success and pride as a company. We are proud to be ranked as one of Forbes Canada's Best Employers in 2025 and 2026. We invest in your career through offering a culture that focuses on developing people, working together and doing it right, with fun and integrity.

What's on offer

• Competitive salary, stock options, company matched stock savings plan, annual bonuses
• May be eligible for relocation pursuant to Canadian Natural’s Relocation Policy
• 100% Employer paid extended Health, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Health and Wellness Spending Account
• Multiple volunteer opportunities within the community
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Access to online learning platforms for continuous learning and development
• Paid vacation and time off during Christmas week and summer Fridays