Business Analyst - Accounting / Finance

The Division GeoUnit Business Analyst is responsible for accounting, reporting and consolidating financial results for the Division within the GeoUnit. This person provides financial support to the Division GeoUnit Controller and Managers by assessing business trends, developing root causes of business issues, complying with Division's accounting practices and identifying opportunities for reduced costs and improved productivity/efficiency.<br> <br> <b>Responsibilities and Duties:</b><br> <ul> <li> Monitor and report on the Division's key performance indicators and objectives within the GeoUnit.</li> <li> Support the Division GeoUnit Controller in managing the profitability and cash generation of the GeoUnit.</li> <li> Identify at-risk receivables and follow up with Sales and the customer to ensure overall reduction in receivables and days to invoice ratio.</li> <li> Assist in review of key tenders (risks and opportunities), contractual terms and evaluate impact on contribution margin associated with pricing in bids vs. optimization of people/resources (i.e., FA, Inventory, M&S...).</li> <li> Assist in monitoring the working capital for the Division within the GeoUnit; by understanding Materials Management processes to assess and track efficiency metrics, and optimization of inventory level.</li> <li> Highlight trends in cost inflation and identify opportunities to save and reduce discretionary spend to Supply Chain.</li> <li> Apply Division specific accounting complexities such as cost and revenue recognition as well as Division FPs.</li> <li> Analyze utilization ratios for tools and people with a view to highlighting inefficient locations or Business Lines and identifying opportunities to maximize the value of resources.</li> <li> Assist in coordination of quarterly and annual financial forecasts and plans.</li> <li> Complete monthly financial reviews and reports, monitor results versus objectives, highlight underlying reasons for variances, and suggest corrective actions.</li> <li> Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements as defined in the risk control matrix.</li> <li> Support internal and external audits.</li> </ul> <br> <b>Previous experience and competencies:</b><br> <ul> <li> 5 to 7 years' experience in finance/ accounting required</li> <li> CPA, CMA or CGA designation is required</li> <li> Minimum bachelor's degree in Accounting / Finance. Bachelor's degree in other disciplines will be considered if related experienced and designation are fulfilled</li> <li> Previous experience with oil and gas services is an asset</li> <li> Excellent communication skills both verbal and written</li> <li> Excellent Computer Skills</li> <li> Candidates must be able to legally work and reside in Canada, without sponsorship.</li> </ul> <br><br>Schlumberger Canada Limited is committed to workplace diversity and employment equity and supports initiatives to enhance employment opportunities for local workforces and Indigenous Persons.