Planning Analyst

PETRONAS Canada; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Casual environment

Competitive compensation and bonus

Health and Wellness Spending Account

Volunteerism and community support

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

PETRONAS Canada is seeking a Planning Analyst in Calgary to support budgeting, forecasting and performance reporting for LNG Canada-related planning activities. The role involves compiling financial data, performing analyses, and coordinating inputs across the organization to ensure accurate planning deliverables.

The ideal candidate will have a Commerce/Finance background with 3+ years in finance or planning, strong Excel/PowerPoint skills, and familiarity with SAP S/4HANA or Power BI.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in finance, planning, accounting, or analytics.
• Energy industry exposure (JV/LNG) is a plus.
• CPA/CFA/MBA or equivalent designation is an asset.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency with Excel and presentation tools; SAP S/4HANA and Power BI experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support annual business planning, budgeting, forecasting, and target setting.
• Assist with LNG Canada Annual Work Program reviews and summaries.
• Track financial and operational performance, variances, and gaps.
• Prepare recurring/ad hoc reports and management updates.
• Gather data and perform preliminary financial, commercial, and cost analyses.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to collect inputs and ensure timely deliverables.
• Maintain planning models, templates, reports, and schedules.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of planning tools and processes.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Excel

PowerPoint

Communication

Stakeholder collaboration

Power BI

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

Analysis for Office

Power BI

Excel

Job description

PETRONAS Canada is one of the largest natural gas resource owners in Canada. We have operations in the Montney play in northeast British Columbia and are a partner in LNG Canada. As part of PETRONAS, a dynamic global energy group with presence in over 100 countries, we are well-positioned to provide global markets with responsibly-developed Canadian energy while supporting local jobs, collaborating with Indigenous communities and protecting the environment.

At PETRONAS Canada, we are committed to building Canada’s energy future – and people are fundamental to our success. We foster a culture of open collaboration and empowerment across our team of skilled professionals, while supporting career development opportunities. We are looking for can-do problem solvers to join our team who are innovative and passionate about driving strong safety, operational and sustainability performance in everything we do. Our unique culture and commitment to growth makes the company a great place to build your career.

THE ROLE:

We have an opportunity for a Planning Analyst to join our Planning team in Calgary, AB. Reporting to the Planning Team Lead, the successful candidate will support the broader team in business planning, budgeting, forecasting, performance reporting, and financial and commercial analysis, with a particular focus on LNG Canada-related planning activities. This role will compile and validate financial and operational information, perform preliminary analysis, prepare reports and presentation materials, and coordinate inputs from stakeholders across the organization. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, collaborative, and eager to build their experience in a corporate planning environment.

HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE:

• Support the Planning Team Lead and broader planning team in annual business planning, budgeting, forecasting, and target-setting processes.
• Assist with the review of LNG Canada’s Annual Work Program and Budget and other key planning documents by compiling information, conducting preliminary analysis, and preparing summaries.
• Track financial and operational performance, including key measures, progress against plan, variances, and emerging performance gaps.
• Prepare recurring and ad hoc reports, presentations, and management updates to support planning and performance discussions.
• Gather data and perform preliminary financial, commercial, project, and cost analysis for review by senior team members.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to collect information, validate assumptions and inputs, and support the timely completion of planning and reporting deliverables.
• Maintain planning models, reporting templates, supporting schedules, and documentation to promote consistency and accuracy.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives related to planning, reporting analytical tools, and team processes.

WHAT YOU BRING:

• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• More than three years of relevant experience in finance, planning, accounting, business analysis, or a related analytical role; relevant co-op or internship experience may be considered.
• Energy industry experience and exposure to joint venture, LNG, or large-scale project environments would be considered assets.
• Working toward a CPA, CFA, MBA, or other relevant designation would be considered an asset.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to compile, validate, and interpret financial and operational data with guidance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, with the ability to prepare clear analysis, reports, and presentation materials.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders across the organization; experience with SAP S/4HANA, Analysis for Office, Power BI, or similar reporting tools would be considered an asset.

WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN OUR TEAM:

• Flexible work arrangements which include a compressed work week with Friday afternoons off for office-based roles

• Dress for your day - a casual yet professional environment

• Ability to contribute to a dynamic organization with large growth ambitions

• Competitive compensation and bonus programs

• Top tier benefit package, including a generous Health and Wellness Spending Account and Savings Plan

• Making a positive difference in our communities through volunteerism, community support and providing opportunities to those in the areas where we operate

• Annual employee-directed charity donation program

• Support for training and professional development

PETRONAS Canada would like to thank all applicants for their interest in joining our team; however only the candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.