Operational Analyst

Government of Alberta•Edmonton, AB

4d•CA$59,137 - CA$74,827•Onsite

About The Position

The Alberta Public Service works to build a stronger province for current and future generations. We make a difference in the lives of Albertans through rewarding and diverse career opportunities.The Ministry of Energy and Minerals is responsible for sustaining the interests of Albertans through the stewardship and responsible development of energy and mineral resource systems.The Energy Operations division is responsible for leasing and maintaining Alberta’s Crown mineral rights and for calculating, assessing, collecting, and reconciling royalty revenues from natural gas, natural gas liquids, helium, conventional oil, oil sands, coal, and metallic and industrial minerals on behalf of Albertans. In addition, the division looks after Petrinex, which is a key volumetric reporting system for industry and western Canada.The Royalty Operations branch is responsible for accurate and timely calculation, assessment, collection and reconciliation of natural gas and conventional oil royalty. The branch is one of the primary drivers of revenue within the department, fostering relationships with the natural gas and oil industry, providing exceptional client service to ensure compliance with legislation and business rules.Alberta Energy and Minerals has an available opportunity for an experienced individual looking to work within the world of Royalty Operations.Due to the changing nature of industry business, Royalty Operation’s work environment promotes teamwork and flexibility. You will be responsible for providing excellent front line client services to stakeholders in accordance with Royalty Operation’s operational processes and regulations. Your success will derive from your understanding of the clients’ needs and your ability to build and maintain positive relationships by using effective communication. A demonstrated ability to collaborate with other team members, manage multiple priorities, analyze data and make recommendations is essential to your success. Above all you must be comfortable in a continuously changing environment.Royalty Operations is looking for a detail oriented and motivated individual to fill the role of Operational Analyst. With your keen eye for details; your outstanding interpersonal skills; and your ability to analyze information and problem solve; you will be a valuable part of a team that contributes to the accurate assessment, levy and collection of royalties for production in Alberta.Operational Analyst (Gas Royalty Operations unit):The Gas Royalty Operations unit is looking for an Operational Analyst (Royalty Administration) responsible for: Providing quality client services to stakeholders and advising on interpretation of the Alberta Natural Gas Royalty Guidelines (Guidelines), policies, the Natural Gas Royalty Regulations (NGRR), and the Mines and Minerals Act (MMA). Answering complex issues or questions raised by internal or external stakeholders affecting Crown royalty collections, calculation, and assessment to ensure overdue royalty amounts are accurate and in compliance. Utilizing various internal and external applications to research, retrieve, interpret, and analyze data related to all aspects of natural gas royalty calculation. Using organization, multitasking and prioritizing skills to meet multiple deadlines. Working as an individual and within a team to ensure operational and business requirements are met. Researching, investigating, analyzing, and proposing recommendations on emerging issues and projects. Assisting the Team Lead in organizing team business activities to ensure that goals and objectives are achieved in an efficient and innovative manner. Assisting the Team Lead in ensuring business and system processes comply with internal controls, to optimize efficiency and effectiveness of operations, to achieve Branch and Department goals.

Requirements

High school diploma and four years of related experience
Directly related experience or education considered based on: one year of experience for one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience.

Nice To Haves

An accounting diploma or Canadian Association of Petroleum Production Accountants (CAPPA) certificate
Experience working with oil and gas business and industry processes, relating to the reporting of oil and gas royalties.
Experience with financial research and analysis
Experience in enforcement of policies, including legislation and guidelines
Client service experience

Responsibilities

Providing quality client services to stakeholders and advising on interpretation of the Alberta Natural Gas Royalty Guidelines (Guidelines), policies, the Natural Gas Royalty Regulations (NGRR), and the Mines and Minerals Act (MMA).
Answering complex issues or questions raised by internal or external stakeholders affecting Crown royalty collections, calculation, and assessment to ensure overdue royalty amounts are accurate and in compliance.
Utilizing various internal and external applications to research, retrieve, interpret, and analyze data related to all aspects of natural gas royalty calculation.
Using organization, multitasking and prioritizing skills to meet multiple deadlines.
Working as an individual and within a team to ensure operational and business requirements are met.
Researching, investigating, analyzing, and proposing recommendations on emerging issues and projects.
Assisting the Team Lead in organizing team business activities to ensure that goals and objectives are achieved in an efficient and innovative manner.
Assisting the Team Lead in ensuring business and system processes comply with internal controls, to optimize efficiency and effectiveness of operations, to achieve Branch and Department goals.