Capital Program Controls Analyst

Trans Mountain Corporation operates Canada’s only pipeline system transporting oil products to the West Coast. We deliver approximately 890,000 barrels of petroleum products each day through a dual pipeline system of more than 1,150 kilometres of pipeline in Alberta, British Columbia and Washington state.

Trans Mountain also operates a state-of-the-art loading facility, Westridge Marine Terminal, with three berths providing tidewater access to global markets.  

As a federal Crown corporation, Trans Mountain continues to build on more than 70 years of experience delivering operational and safety excellence through our crude oil pipeline system. 

With our expanded pipeline system now in place, Trans Mountain provides enhanced direct access for Canadian crude oil to world markets. The expansion realizes a world-class system for oil transport, developed to Canada’s high standards within one of the most stringent regulatory regimes in the world, creating long-term economic benefits, enhanced marine protection, enhanced safety and emergency management capabilities, and enhanced skilled-worker capacity building in communities and Indigenous groups.

Our Core Values

Trans Mountain’s core values – Safety, Integrity, Respect and Excellence – guide our every step. Each obstacle we’ve overcome or success we’ve experienced has been the result of a shared commitment to living these values every day. Together, we’re focused on doing the right thing for each other and our communities. If you are looking for an opportunity to apply your strengths in an environment that encourages Safety, Integrity, Respect, and Excellence, we invite you to explore this opportunity with us!

Location: Calgary Head Office                          

Department: Finance        

Reports to: Supervisor Capital Programs             

Worker Type: Permanent   Employee

Schedule Type: Full time   

Work Setting: In Office     

Trans Mountain is seeking a collaborative, motivated, and values driven individual to join our dynamic team as a Capital Program Control Analyst. In this position, you will be primarily responsible for ensuring that assigned projects are timely and accurately reported to Engineering and Finance.  This role supports Project Managers/Leads and RC owners to ensure that the project status is accurately reflected in the forecast spend.  Specific duties include project set up in CPPM, cost tracking in D365, requisition preparation, invoice processing, month end accruals, variance reporting to plan and forecast, and training PMs/Leads on the project system. The successful candidate will demonstrate understanding of accounting procedures including A/P, G/L, accruals, month-end/quarter end/year-end reporting. This position offers the opportunity to assist the supervisor with the annual budget intake and the ongoing maintenance of the project systems and processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Provides ongoing support to Project Managers (PMs) and Project Leads (PLs) with cost tracking, requisition generation, receiving and three-way match, and invoice processing for individual projects.
• Supports PMs with project set-up, monthly forecasting and project in-service and completion reporting using the Capital Project Portfolio Management (CPPM) system. Serves as a system administrator/super user for CPPM.
• Prepares and communicates monthly forecast reports and variance explanations to Engineering and Finance
• Identifies and conducts analysis on variances to be able to explain and manage discrepancies through cost allocations to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Tracking actual costs on budget line items, which includes collecting information for invoices and tracking costs before they hit the GL, using D365.
• Responsible for meeting financial budget cycle deadlines including annual budgets and quarterly forecasts. Liaise with various RC owners and PMs and assembles the annual budget plan.
• Prepare various scheduled and as-needed reports for internal stakeholders(e.g. Procurement, Regulatory) and external stakeholders e.g., TM shippers (for certain recoverable projects) and CAPP.
• Generates and distributes project status reports and follows up on forecast workflow.

Qualifications and Professional Experience

• Post Secondary Diploma or Degree in Accounting and/or Finance
• Designation/Certification with Projects Controls, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 6 – 9 years of progressive experience.
• Demonstrated experience/Proven ability/Strong understanding of accounting procedures including A/P, G/L, accruals, month-end/quarter end/year end year-end reporting
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel (advanced skills)
• A track record of delivering high‑quality work, managing competing priorities, and supporting key business processes or operational functions.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with colleagues and stakeholders from a variety of backgrounds and levels across the organization.
• Effective communication skills, including the ability to convey information clearly, respectfully, and professionally.
• Proven organizational skills with the ability to manage priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain attention to detail in a fast‑paced environment.
• Commitment to inclusive practices and a willingness to contribute positively to a collaborative and supportive workplace culture.

Working Conditions

• Willingness and ability to travel as required.
• May need to provide support outside of regular business hours and/or on the weekend.

At Trans Mountain, we believe in an inclusive, accessible, and barrier free recruitment and selection process for all applicants. If you require an accommodation at any point in the process, please contact us at: Talent@transmountain.com or the designated Talent Acquisition Advisor. Accomodation requests will not affect the assessment of your application or candidacy or the designated Talent Acquisition Advisor. Accomodation requests will not affect the assessment of your application or candidacy.

We Build Careers and Pipelines That Last

Our story is about determination, resourcefulness and resilience. It’s about charting our own course, finding innovative solutions to challenging problems and doing the right thing. It was true when Trans Mountain became a company in 1951 and it’s just as true today. We welcome new members to our team that embrace the qualities in our story, that thrive on the new path and directions we take.  Our culture is one of care and taking our responsibilities seriously. If you would like to contribute to our culture, then join our journey.

A Rewarding Opportunity

We offer:

• Valuable experience providing opportunity for professional development and career advancement;
• An opportunity to engage with and learn from some of the most talented and experienced people in the business;
• Competitive compensation;
• Comprehensive benefits programs including flexible benefits, pension and savings plans;
• A place to share a sense of purpose and build relationships;
• Meaningful work that makes a difference;
• An opportunity within the Canadian energy industry.

We value:

• The health, safety and wellness of everyone working in our company;
• Meaningful participation from Indigenous and local communities;
• The commitment and resilience of our people;
• Collaboration and achieving success together. 

In keeping with Trans Mountain’s commitment to maximize benefits for communities, priority will be given to qualified candidates from Indigenous, local and regional communities along the Trans Mountain pipeline corridor.

In Alberta, the pipeline system spans the traditional territories of Treaty 6, 7 and 8, and the Métis Nation of Alberta (Zone 4).

In British Columbia, the system crosses the traditional territories of numerous First Nations that are affiliated with the Secwepemc, Dakelh (Carrier), Nlaka'pamux, Syilx/Okanagan, Interior and Coast Salish, Stó:lo, as well as the Métis.

Trans Mountain also operates through 15 First Nation Reserves located within the region spanning the BC interior through Fraser Valley.

Our Commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility (IDEA)

Trans Mountain is committed to fostering inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility.  The diverse viewpoints and cultural knowledge that our employees bring to work enrich our organization’s collective cultural understanding, which is reflected in the work we do every day.  We strive to create an environment that is free of barriers to promote full participation in the workplace. Trans Mountain welcomes new team members from traditionally underrepresented groups, including but not limited to women, Indigenous Peoples, members of racialized groups, persons with disabilities and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.