Junior Business Analyst

at  Canadian Nuclear Laboratories

Can you see yourself as a Junior Business Analyst? If you answered yes, then this may be the job for you!
The Business Analysis function supports the ERM Program Office for CNL. The business analyst role will provide multiple data analyses on project performance, upcoming planning submissions, and forecasts provided by the ERM Project teams. The data is required to be presented in multiple dashboards (Power Bi) that meet the ERM Mission requirements for the executive staff and also add value to the project teams in support of their detailed analysis below the project level. The goal of this role is to support driving continuous improvements to the planning process and reporting in the most efficient manner, while ensuring compliance with regulatory and corporate requirements.
What will you be doing!

The Business Analyst is responsible for supporting the development of the Budgets through Trend Management for the Annual Plan of Work and Budget (APWB) and other planning documentation for the ERM Mission. The Business Analysis will also perform routine monthly performance analysis and support reporting initiatives for the ERM Mission with a focus on efficiency in automated outputs to support continuous improvements.

• Creating and Maintaining Power BI Dashboards and Data Models.
• Maintaining SharePoint sites.
• Updating requirements for the prioritizing and content of projects.
• Gather and compile data from various software systems and databases.
• Analyze and interpret data to generate comprehensive reports.
• Preparing the financial budgeting plans for the Program, and establishing a cost monitoring process for monthly and quarterly reporting.
• Analyze the project forecasts (trends), and monitor Project Baseline Change Proposals to assist decision-making on in-year budgetary changes for the financial impact on the ERM funding profile.
• The preparation of reports to the management team.
• Develop and monitor the organization’s budget, and schedules, prepare monthly financial reports, and support reviews on the financial performance explanations.
• Assisting the line organizations with the analysis of Performance and Cost data reports and variances on a monthly basis.
• Preparing Earned Value Management System (EVM), financial and business operations/performance reports for management, to clearly articulate emerging issues and communicate planned courses of action.
• Providing support and assistance to Control Account Managers (CAMS) to ensure effective and timely project execution.
• Undertaking administration of various items on an as needed basis (e.g. Annual Budgeting); and maintaining records from meetings. Manage information and ensure that accurate and sufficient documentation exists.
• Participating in the creation and/or continuous improvement of processes for the Program.
• Support management in leading annual operational planning including development of Improvement plans/planning documents and cost monitoring models.
• Ability to travel when needed for important site meetings.
• Other duties as assigned by your manager.

What we are looking for:

Education:

• University Degree in Business Administration, Commerce or any other related subject.
• Competence and successful experience in planning, budgeting, and reporting within a team environment.
• Candidates must have experience working with multi-disciplinary subjects/topics involving organizing, planning, coordinating, assessing, analyzing, and presenting information and ideas.

Experience:

• Experience working with different systems and large amounts of data.
• Experience in reviewing strategic issues/topics and developing and writing business plans, reports, presentation packages, briefing notes, and annotated agendas.
• Experience working with business planning and administration. Knowledge of business planning and reporting methodologies would be a significant advantage.
• Experience with Program level Analysis is an asset.

ABILITIES AND SKILLS:

• Understanding detailed information is essential.
• Use computer programs, especially project management and reporting tools.
• Be well organized and an excellent communicator. Able to persuade and influence others. Able to build consensus.
• Prioritize and use time management skills.
• Be highly motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Adapt to a changing environment and respond with initiative.
• Use excellent interpersonal communication skills and proven ability to maintain successful working relations at all levels within the organization and with external stakeholders.
• Effective at building relationships. Strong interpersonal skills include getting along well with peers and management. A very good team player.
• Help out where needed, vision to foresee future requirements/opportunities, good intuition, imagination, and judgment.
• Coach peers, give constructive feedback, and capability to empower others.
• Use initiative and judgment to organize and maintain the flow of work and accuracy of records.
• Must be punctual, dependable, and safety-minded.
• Be detailed oriented with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Demonstrate responsibility and is accountable for accurately handling the details associated with one’s work.
• Work extended hours off normal work shifts to support project needs.

JOB/INDUSTRY SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of PMBOK or a similar industry standard for project management is an asset
• Knowledge of technical data coding/formulas required to produce dashboard-type reports from a system gathering data verse is an asset.
  Security clearance eligibility required:
  Level 2 Secret which has a minimum requirement of 7 years of verifiable history in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, United States and/or the United Kingdom . CNL implements security screening in accordance with the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat’s “Standard on Security Screening” and the “Policy on Government Security.”
  Why CNL?
  Does working with a team across Canada to advance nuclear science and technology for a clean and secure world speak to you? We’re reinventing ourselves to be the pacesetters so we can lead the charge in solving the problems that matter, like building the next generation of clean nuclear and hydrogen energy solutions, developing new and better-targeted cancer treatments, and continuing to lead the world in environmental remediation.

We offer a complete total rewards package :

• paid time off (vacation, sick, floater & personal);
• benefits effective day one, that’s right, no waiting period;
• tuition support
• and a pension!

Do Our Priorities Resonate with You?

• Clean energy for today and tomorrow.
• Restore and protect the Environment.
• Contribute to the health of Canadians.

Location:
CNL’s Chalk River laboratory is nestled in the Ottawa Valley and affords our employees an area that is environmentally pristine with extensive forests, hills and numerous small lakes, all of which support a variety of wildlife typical to the southern edge of the Canadian Shield. Many surrounding towns, such as Pembroke, Petawawa and Deep River, provide unparalleled outdoor adventures at your doorstep!
CNL works with employees across Canada to enable a remote workforce where possible. Our Work from Home employees are provided with the equipment required to be successful: laptop, monitor, external keyboard and mouse, etc. Of course, we always love a visit to site when possible!
CNL is committed to providing an atmosphere free from barriers that promotes equity, diversity and inclusion in achieving our mission. CNL welcomes and celebrates employees, stakeholders and partners of all racial, cultural, and ethnic identities. Read our DE&I Commitment (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at CNL - Canadian Nuclear Laboratories) further.
CNL also supports a workplace environment and corporate culture built on our Core Values: respect, Teamwork, Accountability, Safety, Integrity, and Excellence. These values encourage equitable employment practices and career prospects inclusive of accommodations for all employees.
CNL is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. If you require accommodation measures during any phase of the hiring process, please indicate via our ATS when applying. All information received regarding accommodation requests will be kept confidential.
The Chalk River Laboratories site is located on the unceded and unsurrendered territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabe people. As an organization, CNL recognizes and appreciates their historic connection to this place. CNL also recognizes the contributions that First Nations, Métis, Inuit and other Indigenous Peoples have made, both in shaping and strengthening this community in particular, and this province and country as a whole.

• Creating and Maintaining Power BI Dashboards and Data Models.
• Maintaining SharePoint sites.
• Updating requirements for the prioritizing and content of projects.
• Gather and compile data from various software systems and databases.
• Analyze and interpret data to generate comprehensive reports.
• Preparing the financial budgeting plans for the Program, and establishing a cost monitoring process for monthly and quarterly reporting.
• Analyze the project forecasts (trends), and monitor Project Baseline Change Proposals to assist decision-making on in-year budgetary changes for the financial impact on the ERM funding profile.
• The preparation of reports to the management team.
• Develop and monitor the organization’s budget, and schedules, prepare monthly financial reports, and support reviews on the financial performance explanations.
• Assisting the line organizations with the analysis of Performance and Cost data reports and variances on a monthly basis.
• Preparing Earned Value Management System (EVM), financial and business operations/performance reports for management, to clearly articulate emerging issues and communicate planned courses of action.
• Providing support and assistance to Control Account Managers (CAMS) to ensure effective and timely project execution.
• Undertaking administration of various items on an as needed basis (e.g. Annual Budgeting); and maintaining records from meetings. Manage information and ensure that accurate and sufficient documentation exists.
• Participating in the creation and/or continuous improvement of processes for the Program.
• Support management in leading annual operational planning including development of Improvement plans/planning documents and cost monitoring models.
• Ability to travel when needed for important site meetings.
• Other duties as assigned by your manager