Financial Analyst
Location: Calgary
Contract: Initially 12 months with a view to extend

This role will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy and timely reporting of the company's corporate activities including company-wide G&A analysis and reporting. This includes understanding a consolidated view of both managed and landed G&A costs and company allocations. The successful candidate will work closely with the company's corporate stakeholders to provide meaningful monthly spend analysis and assist with accounting and forecast activities. Other responsibilities include preparation of the monthly cost allocations report and collecting and updating G&A allocation rates on a quarterly basis.

The successful candidate will be a team player who strives for excellence in reporting accuracy and demonstrates strong leadership and communication skills while working within a team environment. This position will appeal to individuals who are highly motivated and enjoy a dynamic and fast paced environment.

Deliverables:
*Liaise with various teams and gather information to assist in creation and maintenance of cost centres and the recording of monthly journal entries and accruals.
*Coordination and preparation of monthly and quarterly general and administrative reports, pre-and-post allocation and explain variances to budget and forecast.
*Prepare and update forecast information in the SAP Business Planning and Consolidation tool and actively participate in preparation of the annual budget.
*Coordinate the update of G&A allocation rates from cost center owners quarterly.
*Preparation of the G&A allocations cost mapping report monthly.
*Act as gate keeper for the creation of new G&A cost centers to ensure they are created consistent within the defined rules while still meeting business requirements.
*Review consolidated financial statements to ensure they appropriately reflect the results related to the Company's corporate activities.
*Participate in the development and improvement of business processes.
*Support overall compliance with SOX processes and controls.
*Liaise with external auditors as necessary.
*Perform other duties as assigned.

Competencies:
*Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
*Ability to pay close attention to detail.
*Good organizational and time management skills, with a demonstrated ability to meet deadlines.
*Strong knowledge of IFRS
*Motivated individual with a positive attitude who is also a team player.
*Strong computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Qualifications:
University degree and a certified professional accounting designation (CPA)
Experience with SAP required
Knowledge of the oil and gas industry would be advantageous
Minimum 5 years relevant experience
Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

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