Operations Accountant

Canadian Natural

$75K — $95K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of related accounting experience
  • Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Strong problem-solving and organizational skills
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Strong demonstrated Excel skills

Responsibilities

  • Analyze and record non-operated joint interest billings (JIB) for accuracy and completeness
  • Investigate and resolve queries/disputes on operated JIBs to ensure timely collection of receivables
  • Monitor payment terms and patterns through key performance indicators (KPIs)
  • Provide analysis and commentary for monthly management reports
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with Joint Venture partners and other departments

Benefits

  • Competitive salary, stock options, company matched stock savings plan, annual bonuses
  • May be eligible for relocation
  • 100% employer paid extended health, dental and vision benefits
  • Health & wellness spending account
  • Multiple volunteer opportunities
  • Employee & Family Assistance Program
  • Access to online learning platforms for continuous development
  • Paid vacation and time off during Christmas week and summer Fridays
Full Job Description
Job Description

The Opportunity:

Are you looking to take the next step in your accounting career? We have an opportunity for you to join our industry-leading Joint Venture Accounting team where you will apply your analytical, problem solving and well-developed communication skills to your knowledge of Oil & Gas operations. You will provide prompt, complete, relevant and accurate accounting information on the Company's operated and non-operated properties. Your ability to resolve issues and work toward resolution with multiple stakeholders will contribute to your success in this role.
  • Job location: Calgary, Alberta
  • Shift schedule: 5x2 - Monday to Friday, 8-hour shifts
  • Safety sensitive position: No
  • Application deadline: July 13, 2026

Key Accountabilities:
  • Analyze and record non-operated joint interest billings (JIB), ensuring accuracy and completeness of revenue, royalties, capital, and operating costs within the terms of the governing agreements
  • Investigate and resolve queries/disputes on operated JIBs to collect receivables in a timely manner
  • Monitor payment terms and payment patterns (KPIs)
  • Provide analysis and commentary for monthly management reports, including communicating receivable collection action plans
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with joint venture partners and other departments to achieve departmental and company goals and objectives

What You Bring to the Role:
  • 5-12 years of related oil and gas accounting experience
  • Diploma or bachelor's degree in accounting
  • Excellent attention to detail and strong problem-solving and organizational skills
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Strong demonstrated Excel skills

What We 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 & Wellness Spending Account
  • Multiple volunteer opportunities within the community
  • Employee & Family Assistance Program
  • Access to online learning platforms for continuous learning and development
  • Paid vacation and time off during Christmas week and summer Fridays

Check out ourCOMPENSATION & BENEFITS to learn more about what we have to offer!

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