Finance - Project Officer

2 months ago

Edmonton, Canada Canadian National Railway Full time

At CN, everyday brings new and exciting challenges. You can expect an interesting environment where you’re part of making sure our business is running optimally and safely―helping keep the economy on track. We provide the kind of paid training and opportunities that long-term careers are built on and we recognize hard workers who strive to make a difference. You will be able to thrive in our close-knit, safety-focused culture working together as ONE TEAM. The careers we offer are meaningful because the work we do matters. Join us

Job Summary

The Finance - Project Officer for Engineering is responsible for execution of the Western Region Basic Capital Plan for Engineering. The incumbent ensures Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) processes are adhered to and proper SOX controls are organized for each of the Basic Capital Programs. The role administers and controls project management deliverables, including administration of the project plan, mandatory Basic Capital Monthly Reviews, project documents, financial reporting, and controls. The position oversees financial reports, field support, and any Basic Capital questions or concerns to the Engineering team.

**Main Responsibilities**

Basic Capital Planning
- Provide support and direction on the Basic Capital planning process, responsible for the development, monitoring, and maintenance of cost planning and administration as well as Engineering Capital Planning System (ECPS) and Monthly Basic Capital Reviews.

Reporting and SOX Compliance
- Support Engineering in maintenance reporting to Basic Capital and oversee SOX compliance.
- Assist with correcting any inaccurate charges efficiently.

Development
- Aid the Assistant Project Officer (APO) with auditing Basic Capital Programs to ensure SOX compliance prior to the External and Internal Audit.

Training
- Support Engineering by hosting Engineering Financial Courses in person or on-line to key stakeholders.

Working Conditions

The role has standard working conditions in an office environment with a regular workweek from Monday to Friday. Due to the nature of the role, the incumbent must be able to meet tight deadlines, handle pressure, and stress. The role requires occasional travel (15%).

**Requirements**:
Experience

Finance/Accounting
- Experience in budgeting and forecasting
- Accounting experience, specifically in performing posting of journal entries

and preparing financial reports.

**Project Management**

Experience in managing tasks, and timelines to achieve a specific goal while considering factors such as scope, time, cost, quality, and risk.

**Other**
- Experience working in a CN business unit, preferably Engineering
- Any experience for these above would be considered as an asset

Education/Certification/Designation
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Commerce, or Engineering
- Master’s Degree in Business Administration (MBA) or working towards*
- Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation or working towards*
- Any designation for these above would be considered as an asset

Competencies
- Collaborates with key internal stakeholders to enable higher productivity
- Makes informed and timely decisions to get things done
- Influences by translating expertise into practical business outcomes
- Knows the business and stays current with industry trends to elevate expertise and work
- Project management and time management
- Is agile in responding to the rapid evolution of the industry and of technology
- Deals with pressure and change by staying calm to quickly adapt to changes
- Fluently bilingual both written and verbal (English, French)*
- Any skills/attributes for these above would be considered as an asset

Technical Skills/Knowledge
- Knowledge of processes and strategic initiatives
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word), Systems Applications and Products (SAP)-Finance,
- Knowledge of ECPS*
- Any knowledge for any of the above would be considered as an asset

**About CN**

CN is a world-class transportation leader and trade-enabler. Essential to the economy, to the customers, and to the communities it serves, CN safely transports more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year. As the only railroad connecting Canada’s Eastern and Western coasts with the Southern tip of the U.S. through a 19,500 mile rail network, CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship. At CN, we work as ONE TEAM, focused on safety, sustainability and our customers, providing operational and supply chain excellence to deliver results.

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