LEM Business Analyst at Canadian Natural Resources Limited (CNRL)

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! We are looking for a LEM Analyst to join the Albian Finance Team. This role involves reviewing and attesting daily Labor, Equipment, and Material (LEM) submissions from vendors using the Maximo LEM System.

A key aspect of this role is using Power BI and Excel (including pivot tables) to analyze data, validate vendor charges, and identify discrepancies. The analyst must have a strong understanding of contract terms, employment agreements, and union policies to determine eligibility for payments, such as travel allowances and schedule-based compensation. This position requires collaboration with vendors and internal business units.

• Job location: Albian Oilsands, Fort McMurray, Alberta
• Shift schedule: 4x3, 10-hour shifts (Monday to Thursday)
• Safety sensitive position: Yes
• Application deadline: June 24, 2026

Key Accountabilities

• Review and attest daily LEM submissions for accuracy, ensuring compliance with contract terms, union agreements, and employment statements
• Use Power BI and Excel (pivot tables, data exports) to validate charges against signed backup documentation
• Cross-reference daily charges to determine eligibility for specific payments, such as travel and schedule-based compensation
• Collaborate with vendors and internal teams, including Performance Analysts, Supply Management, and Maximo Support, to resolve discrepancies
• Escalate vendor disputes to the supervisor when non-cooperation influences payment processing
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and system upgrades to enhance efficiency and accuracy in LEM processing

What You Bring To The Role

• 3–5 years of experience in a related field, preferably in contract administration, finance, or vendor management
• Proficiency in Power BI and Excel, including pivot tables, data analysis, and reporting
• Familiarity with contract terms, union agreements, and employment statements to determine payment eligibility
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work collaboratively with multiple departments
• Experience using Maximo LEM System is an asset

What We Offer

• Competitive salary, stock options, company matched stock savings plan, annual bonuses
• 100% Employer paid extended Health, Dental and Vision Benefits
• May be eligible for relocation pursuant to Canadian Natural’s Relocation Policy
• May be eligible for additional premiums
• Company Sponsored Fly-In/Fly-Out from Calgary or Edmonton, Alberta
• First class camp facilities
• Health & Wellness Spending Account
• Multiple volunteer opportunities within the community
• Employee & Family Assistance Program

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.