City: Vancouver

Application Specialist

About Us

First Nations Bank of Canada is a federally chartered bank primarily focused on providing financial services to the Indigenous marketplace in Canada. Over 87% Indigenous owned and controlled, FNBC is a leader in advocating for the growth of the Indigenous economy and the economic well-being of Indigenous people. Headquartered in Saskatoon, SK and named one of Saskatchewan’s Top Employers, FNBC takes pride in its workforce of over 70% Indigenous employees working at locations across Canada.

About the Role

Reporting to the Business Solutions Manager, the Application Specialist will provide operational support for the front-line staff using DNA, online banking and various other systems. This position will act as a resource on a number of projects as required and participate in testing changes to systems. If you have previous banking experience and are looking to move out of customer facing to a more back office operational role or you have worked in a previous Help Desk role, this may be the position you are looking for. This role is permanent full-time. There is an option to be based in our Saskatoon, Saskatchewan Head Office or one of our branch locations, with the flexibility to work remotely, in the office or a hybrid of the two.

Qualifications:

  • Experience with banking systems (preference to Fiserv – DNA Banking System)
  • Experience with online banking systems
  • Strong analytical and organizational skills
  • Exceptional time-management and administrative skills
  • Friendly enthusiastic self-starter and strong team player
  • Flexible and willing to take on tasks as assigned

We are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace and value and respect diversity of our staff.

We offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including group benefits, savings plan, professional development, and opportunities for career growth. If you are interested in this opportunity, meet the qualifications, and are eligible to work in Canada, please visit our website at www.fnbc.ca or send your resume and cover letter by email to apply@fnbc.ca. The posting will remain open until the position is filled.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Application & Implementation Specialist

About Us

First Nations Bank of Canada is a federally chartered bank primarily focused on providing financial services to the Indigenous marketplace in Canada. Over 87% Indigenous owned and controlled, FNBC is a leader in advocating for the growth of the Indigenous economy and the economic well-being of Indigenous people. Headquartered in Saskatoon, SK and named one of Saskatchewan’s Top Employers, FNBC takes pride in its workforce of over 70% Indigenous employees working at locations across Canada.

About The Role

As the Application & Implementation Specialist, you will be responsible for configuration changes, release management, implementation of new features, products and services, and ongoing support for a number of applications within the Bank. This position will handle Tier 2/3 incoming support requests, work with internal teams and third-party vendors to ensure resolution of requests as per agreed service levels and provide timely escalations when applicable. This is a permanent full-time opportunity. Candidates from all Canadian regions will be considered, with preference given to those able to work out of our Saskatoon, Saskatchewan office, which is located on First Nations land.

About You

You are technically savvy and can quickly learn and master new application software. You have a strong understanding of implementing business applications; experience using core banking systems with a preference of Fiserv DNA and digital banking systems with a preference of Member Direct/Forge.  Curious, quick learner who can research and provide support for software and system issues.

You must have:

  • A Bachelor’s in Computer Science, Information Technology or related field
  • Four (4) years of experience in financial services industry or four (4) years of experience in IT in a similar role
  • Demonstrated experience implementing and supporting business applications
  • You possess strong interpersonal and communication skills and are able to build professional business relationships in and outside the Bank
  • You possess a strong commitment to customer satisfaction and teamwork
  • Acceptable criminal record and credit checks

We are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace and value and respect diversity of our staff.

We offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including group benefits, savings plan, professional development, and opportunities for career growth. If you are interested in this opportunity, meet the qualifications, and are eligible to work in Canada, please visit our website at www.fnbc.ca or send your resume and cover letter by email to apply@fnbc.ca. The posting will remain open until it is filled.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Manager Credit Risk

Manager, Credit Risk

 Are you interested in a meaningful career where you can contribute to the financial well-being and economic growth of Indigenous people and communities in Canada? The Bank is at an exciting time in its’ history, we’re growing, and as a result, we’re increasing our workforce with bright, energetic, purposeful individuals of all walks of life.

As a Manager, Credit Risk, you will be overseeing the Bank’s credit granting process by primarily adjudicating, reporting and tracking procedures for commercial, personal and mortgage lending nationwide. This is a permanent full-time position. We are open to hybrid or in-office at one of our main office locations in Saskatoon or Vancouver. These locations are on First Nations land.

Here’s what you’ll be doing:

  • Support the commercial and personal lending process through adjudication of credit applications
  • Contribute to bank customer service standards through timely turnaround of deals
  • Work with the VP to develop solutions, such as new products to address business and personal banking needs
  • Enhance and maintain the Bank’s Credit Risk Management policies and procedures and lending platforms
  • Remain current with Credit Risk Management best practices and procedures
  • Assess commercial applications ensuring they provide a high quality of risk assessment, credit structure, due diligence, and credit presentation
  • Adjudicate personal and mortgage loan applications ensuring a high quality of risk assessment
  • Approve credits within delegated limits and make recommendations on others that require approval from the VP or CEO
  • Regulatory compliance management and testing of commercial and retail credit business functions
  • Comply with FNBC credit policies, procedures, guidelines, and best practices regarding all credit related matters
  • Liaise with Internal Audit to identify areas of concern with Credit and Monitoring and Control
  • Coordinate monthly, quarterly, and annual credit risk reporting
  • Coach and assist the Commercial Group and Retail Group in maintaining and implementing credit risk controls
  • Share expertise and knowledge with the Commercial and Retail Groups and other business units
  • Act as a reference and source of expertise to the Bank and management teams
  • Understand and implement the monitoring & control and delinquency process for commercial and retail departments

What we’re looking for:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration (Finance or Accounting), Commerce or related field
  • Five (5) years’ experience working in a credit-related role: Commercial lending experience is required; Retail lending experience considered an asset.
  • Experience with lending to First Nations
  • Three (3) years’ experience in a people management role
  • Understanding of commercial/small business/personal loans and lending procedures
  • Demonstrated sound judgement to make decisions
  • Attention to detail
  • Exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to manage a high volume of work with tight deadlines
  • Acceptable criminal record and credit checks

We are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace and value and respect diversity of our staff.

We offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including group benefits, savings plan, professional development, and opportunities for career growth. If you are interested in this opportunity, meet the qualifications, and are eligible to work in Canada, please visit our website at www.fnbc.ca or send your resume and cover letter by email to apply@fnbc.ca. The posting will close on August 29, 2023.

 We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Executive Assistant to the President, Trust

Are you interested in a meaningful career where you can contribute to the financial well-being and economic growth of Indigenous people and communities in Canada? The Trust is at an exciting time in its’ history, we’re growing, and as a result, we’re increasing our workforce with bright, energetic, purposeful individuals of all walks of life.

As an Executive Assistant to the President for the First Nations Bank of Canada’s wholly owned trust company, FNB Trust, you will be assisting the Trust team with client activities and reports. This is a permanent full-time position. We are open to hybrid or in-office at one of our main office locations in Saskatoon or Vancouver. These locations are on urban First Nations land.

Here’s what you’ll be doing:

  • Assist the President of the Trust with organization of calendar, meetings and travel
  • Researches, prioritizes, and follows up on incoming issues and concerns addressed to the President.
  • Works closely with other internal departments
  • Open new accounts and prepare trust initiation documents
  • Conduct on-going file maintenance and update account information
  • Coordinate client meetings including invitations/notices, distribution lists and logistics
  • Prepare client meeting agenda packages
  • Take minutes
  • Draft resolutions for review by Trust Officers
  • Store all documents properly
  • Prepare written procedural documents, policies, and memos
  • Prepare monthly client work in progress statements and quarterly client invoices
  • Assist with preparation of the annual client reports
  • Assist with preparation of client presentations
  • Develop and maintain professional client relationships
  • Interact regularly with clients, prospective clients, members and clients’ lawyers, accountants, and financial planners
  • Assist with preparation of prospective proposals and presentations
  • Assist with event planning, social media posts, publications and other promotional activities

 What we’re looking for:

  • Undergraduate degree in Business or related field and at least two (2) years’ experience working in an office setting in a coordination role
  • Experience in and understanding of terms of trust accounts and agreements
  • Effective at building and maintaining client and team collaboration
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point) and Adobe Acrobat
  • Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communications
  • Exceptional ability to pay attention to detail
  • Working financial experience
  • Understanding of Indigenous trust administration and a demonstrated ability to work in an environment that requires tact, objectivity, and sensitivity
  • Travel is required; possess a Class 5 Driver’s License
  • Acceptable criminal record and credit checks

We are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace and value and respect diversity of our staff.

We offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including group benefits, savings plan, professional development, and opportunities for career growth. If you are interested in this opportunity, meet the qualifications, and are eligible to work in Canada, please visit our website at www.fnbc.ca or send your resume and cover letter by email to apply@fnbc.ca. The posting will remain open until September 8, 2023.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Credit Risk Analyst

WE’RE HIRING!

Credit Risk Analyst

Are you interested in a meaningful career where you can contribute to the financial well-being and economic growth of Indigenous people and communities in Canada? The Bank is at an exciting time in its’ history, we’re growing, and as a result, we’re increasing our workforce with bright, energetic, purposeful individuals of all walks of life.

As a Credit Risk Analyst, you will be recommending new credit, existing credit and extensions of credit through research and analysis of financial documents. This is a permanent full-time position. We are open to hybrid or in-office at one of our main office locations in Saskatoon or Vancouver. These locations are on First Nations land.

Here’s what you’ll be doing:

  • Support the commercial and personal lending process through adjudication of credit applications
  • Contribute to bank customer service standards through timely turnaround of deals
  • Enter, update and retrieve information for credit applications
  • Determine credit worthiness of applicants
  • Designate degree of risk involved in extending credit by performing cash flow analysis of businesses
  • Ensure all approved applications comply with lender criteria
  • Respond to inquiries from lenders
  • Review deals and field questions from Commercial and Retail teams
  • Assist with company and client audits
  • Keep abreast of financial news and trends
  • Practice due diligence

What we’re looking for:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or related field
  • Three (3) years’ experience working in a credit or financial analyst related role
  • Understanding of loans and lending procedures
  • Understanding of business, economic, and industry risk
  • Demonstrated sound judgement
  • Attention to detail
  • Organizational and interpersonal skills,
  • Ability to manage a high volume of work with tight deadlines
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Sense of discretion and willingness to maintain strict confidentiality of pertinent and sensitive information
  • Acceptable criminal record and credit checks

We are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace and value and respect diversity of our staff.

We offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including group benefits, savings plan, professional development, and opportunities for career growth. If you are interested in this opportunity, meet the qualifications, and are eligible to work in Canada, please visit our website at www.fnbc.ca or send your resume and cover letter by email to apply@fnbc.ca. The posting will remain open until it is filled.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Accounting Technician

About Us

First Nations Bank of Canada is a federally chartered bank primarily focused on providing financial services to the Indigenous marketplace in Canada. Over 87% Indigenous owned and controlled, FNBC is a leader in advocating for the growth of the Indigenous economy and the economic well-being of Indigenous people. Headquartered in Saskatoon, SK and named one of Saskatchewan’s Top Employers, FNBC takes pride in its workforce of over 64% Indigenous employees working at locations across Canada.

FNB Trust is FNBC’s wholly owned trust company providing Indigenous Trust Services to Indigenous governments and organizations across Canada. FNB Trust strengthens the capacity of its customers, in alignment with FNBC’s mission toward the long-term economic well-being of Indigenous Peoples.

About The Role

Reporting to the Trust Officer, the Accounting Technician provides a high level of support and contributes to a comprehensive, efficient and accurate reporting process meeting both internal and external stakeholder requirements. This is a permanent full-time opportunity. Candidates from all Canadian regions will be considered, with preference given to those able to work out of either Saskatoon, Vancouver or Winnipeg offices. Saskatoon and Vancouver are both located on First Nation lands.

This position prepares accruals, bank reconciliations, maintains and reconciles general ledger accounts, posts journal entries, prepares other statistical, financial and activity reports and supports the accounts payable function.

About You

You are a driven and detail-oriented individual who is client-focused and efficient. You have a keen eye for detail and possess strong organizational skills. You are responsible for supporting trust client service goals by providing accounting, payables and reporting services.

You must have:

  • Two (2) years’ experience in bookkeeping and accounts payable role
  • A college diploma in accounting/finance or undergraduate degree is preferred
  • Strong analytical skills with ability to pay close attention to detail
  • High level of organizational skills and ability to prioritize daily workload
  • Ability to adjust to changing work priorities to meet deadlines
  • Extensive working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
  • Knowledge of and experience with QuickBooks Online is preferred
  • Strong communication skills, both written and oral
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Travel may be required; possess a Class 5 driver’s license
  • Acceptable criminal record and credit checks

We are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace and value and respect diversity of our staff.

We offer a highly competitive and comprehensive total rewards package, including group benefits, savings plan, professional development, and opportunities for career growth. If you are interested in this opportunity, meet the qualifications, and are eligible to work in Canada, please visit our website at www.fnbc.ca or send your resume and cover letter by email to apply@fnbc.ca. The posting will remain open until the position is filled.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Senior Project Manager

What We Do

Stabilization Central Credit Union’s mandate is to help protect B.C.’s credit union system. Through early monitoring, Stabilization Central helps identify and assist credit unions facing governance, operational, or financial challenges. Stabilization Central is a central credit union whose members are all the credit unions in B.C.  Our aim is to strengthen and support their viability, stability, and prosperity through advisory support on risk management, governance and other operational challenges.

What You’ll Do

Reporting to the CEO, the Senior Project Manager oversees and manages projects that provide customized solutions for member credit unions. They are accountable for managing projects with member credit unions that span multiple subject matter areas such as:

  • Governance
  • Risk Management
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Financial performance
  • Retail and commercial lending

The Senior Project Manager works with regulatory bodies, consultants, and industry experts to facilitate the timely and cost-effective delivery of the appropriate scope of projects in the best interests of the credit union.

Projects include those that strengthen business practices for member credit unions that are facing a heightened level of regulatory scrutiny or managing specialized consulting engagements for credit unions seeking to improve their risk management practices.

How You’ll Do It

  • Building relationships by supporting and providing solutions to our credit union members
  • Working in a cross-functional environment with your colleagues, members, consultants and regulators.
  • Building tools and services that you can deploy to help enhance our members’ operations.
  • Learning about new credit union challenges, regulatory issues and developments as well as personal development in areas of your interest.

What You Bring

  • You have a strong understanding of regulatory compliance as it relates to financial services, regulation and prudential supervision, corporate governance, and risk management.
  • You are able to communicate complex issues in a simple way and you act with diplomacy and integrity!
  • Your background includes an undergraduate degree, or Professional Certification in Finance, Commerce, or related discipline, and a Project Management Designation and/or related experience.
  • You’ve been doing similar work for ten (10) years or have an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be considered.

We are an organization that knows the value of talented people. A career at Stabilization Central is an opportunity to be part of a collaborative, nimble and inclusive team that is focused on partnering with and serving its customers, the credit union system. You can expect a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits and a challenging work environment.  Stabilization Central looks for diversity on our team, and invites applications from all qualified candidates.

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