Operations Analyst

Lafarge Africa Plc; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the construction industry is seeking an Operations Analyst to serve as the Finance Business Partner for the Southern Alberta Market. The role involves financial reporting, analysis, and collaboration across various teams to maximize results. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in finance and excellent analytical skills, contributing to the company's growth and operational excellence.

Benefits

Generous Pension Plan

Voluntary programs like RRSP and TFSA

Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

Mental health and well-being support

Service recognition awards

Perks & discounts

Access to learning platforms and career growth opportunities

Financial support for new parents

Inclusive, supportive work environment

Company-provided PPE where applicable

Qualifications

• 2+ years of financial management experience.
• Eligible/enrolled in CPA PREP.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate monthly reports, forecasts, budgets.
• Collaborate on month-end close, cost allocations, accruals.
• Generate fleet maintenance reports, analyze costs.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication

Leadership

Strategic Thinking

Problem Solving

Education

Undergraduate degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

SAP

BPC

Job description

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Holcim is planning to spin off its North American Business to unleash its full potential, capitalizing on North America’s oversized growth in construction led by infrastructure modernization, a surge in advanced manufacturing and AI operations, and the growth of resilient cities.

Holcim plans to list the new company on the NYSE by the end of the first half of 2025 and establish its headquarters in the US to focus on serving the North American market and pursuing regional growth strategies.

The new company aims to become North America’s leading building solutions provider, with an industry-leading market position to meet customer ambitions with advanced building solutions from foundation to rooftop.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Operations Analyst will serve as the “Finance Business Partner” for the Southern Alberta Market. Responsibilities include coordinating and preparing accurate monthly reports, forecasts, budgets, capital and financial information. The role ensures accurate financial reporting and enhances understanding of key business drivers to maximize results.

WHAT YOU’LL ACCOMPLISH

• Health and Safety: Commit to safety policies, maintain knowledge of safety regulations, and promote a safety culture.
• Financial Reporting and Analysis: Collaborate on month-end close, cost allocations, accruals, and P&L reviews.
• Monthly & Internal Reporting: Prepare reports for management, reconcile accounts, and develop internal reports for managers and operations.
• Forecast and Budgets: Create forecasts, coordinate submissions, develop budgets, and analyze variances.
• Mobile Fleet & Maintenance Reporting: Generate fleet maintenance reports, analyze costs, and prepare schedules.
• Audits & Internal Control: Respond to audits, oversee internal controls, manage documentation, and ensure compliance.
• Training and Standardization: Provide financial training and promote process standardization.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Liaise with service centers, support process improvements, and drive system enhancements.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Undergraduate degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business
• 2+ years of financial management experience
• Eligible/enrolled in CPA PREP
• Strong skills in Excel, PowerPoint, Word, SAP, BPC
• Travel requirement: 10%

Additional Requirements

• Excellent analytical skills
• Financial, business analysis, and cost control skills
• Interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills
• Ability to influence without authority
• Decision-making, problem-solving, process, and project management skills
• Strategic thinking and multi-tasking skills
• Adherence to safety protocols and PPE use, including being clean-shaven for respirator fit tests

WHAT WE OFFER

• Generous Pension Plan
• Voluntary programs like RRSP and TFSA
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Mental health and well-being support
• Service recognition awards
• Perks & discounts
• Access to learning platforms and career growth opportunities
• Financial support for new parents
• Inclusive, supportive work environment
• Company-provided PPE where applicable

Pre-employment medical, drug and alcohol testing, and criminal record check required for safety.

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