Financial Controls Analyst

The Opportunity:

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! As a Financial Controls Analyst, you can make a significant contribution to Canadian Natural by helping provide assurance over the company’s internal controls over financial reporting. You will bring a good understanding of various oil and gas general accounting processes and procedures to the role, including production revenue, royalties, marketing, expenditure accounting, and financial reporting. You will be a key member of a deadline driven team that is responsible for conducting the assessment of internal controls over financial reporting as part of the annual regulatory compliance requirements in Canada and the United States. Superior written and verbal communication skills will be critical to your success in this role.

We are seeking individuals interested in developing and building a career in internal audit and controls at Canada’s leading independent crude oil & natural gas company. Working in a dynamic and multi-disciplinary business environment, you will learn about the audit profession while getting exposure to a variety of different financial functions and processes as you acquire a broader understanding of accounting, financial reporting, and corporate governance. 

• Job location: Calgary, Alberta
• Shift schedule: 5 x 2, 8-hour shifts (Monday - Friday)
• Safety Sensitive Position: No
• Application deadline: May 22, 2026 

 Key Accountabilities:

• Support the Company’s annual assessment of internal controls over financial reporting as stipulated by National Instrument 52-109 and the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX)
• Contribute to the annual risk assessment and analysis of the financial statements and related accounts to determine the scope of the assessment
• Plan and perform detailed accounting process walk-throughs and control test procedures
• Provide advisory services related to internal control design, process efficiency and effectiveness
• Develop and manage relationships with business stakeholders and the company’s external auditors
• Maintain and enhance documentation of internal controls in support of the assessment

What You Bring to the Role: 

• 5+ years of public accounting and related oil and gas industry experience
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business or a related discipline and a professional accounting designation (CPA)
• Willingness to pursue Internal Audit Practitioner (IAP) designation
• Experience in assessing the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR)

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 our COMPENSATION & BENEFITS to learn more about what we have to offer!

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.

Industry Leader: We 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.

Community Investment: Social responsibility is a critical element of our commitment to responsible operations and part of our success and pride as a Company. We are committed to investing in the communities where we live and work, creating shared value along the way.

Compensation and Benefits: We strive to share Company success with all employees through a comprehensive total compensation package.

Our People, Our Stories: Our stories demonstrate the strong culture that exists at Canadian Natural – one that focuses on developing people, working together and doing it right, with fun and integrity.

Check out some of our Employee Testimonials!

All candidates applying to Canadian Natural must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions. 

While we appreciate all applications we receive, kindly note only candidates under consideration will be contacted.