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Enterprise Business Analyst

Permanent Full-time

Closes December 30

Open to any location in Canada
(ability to work remotely from home)

Annual Salary: $77,456 to $96,820

Innovation Credit Union has a bold ambition. In addition to being Canada’s next Federal Credit Union, we will be the most digital, member-centric organization in our industry. We are on a journey to embrace the core tenants of the digital business model like ideation, the network effect, personalized segmentation, coopetition, and agile ways of working.

Would you like to earn above average pay helping members meet their financial goals, maintain a strong work life balance, a flexible schedule and have the security of a career – path supported by your organization? We offer that and so much more.

THE COMPANY – Our Purpose is to redefine banking by helping Canadians simplify their lives and reach their financial goals by reinvesting profits into our members, communities and our people. Now that Responsible Banking!

Click the link below to see what Innovation Credit Union is about! Trust us, you are going to want to learn more about who we are!

Innovation Credit Union – About Us (innovationcu.ca)

THE POSITION: The Enterprise Business Analyst (EBA) will be the liaison between the business and developers and ensure business goals and objectives are met by completing analytical, testing and deployment activities. The EBA assesses and analyzes system capabilities to bring creative technology solutions while employing robust testing and problem-solving skills. The incumbent partners with internal stakeholders and third parties to ensure business needs are well represented and understood, appreciating the implications of underlying business issues and technology capabilities.

How does one do this? Glad you asked!

An Enterprise Business Analyst does the following:

Duties and Responsibilities

Participate in business analysis for all strategic projects. Work closely with and gather information from the business and other internal and external stakeholders to collaborate, conduct research, and document business needs and requirements for new and existing projects.
Proactively communicate and collaborate with external and internal stakeholders to identify, analyze and document/translate business requirements to system/functional specifications and requirements, Use Cases or User Stories.
Participate in all phases of project development (VeriPark Financial Services Platform, Microsoft D365 CRM, etc.) as required, including but not limited to scope setting, requirements gathering, testing, implementation, documentation, and communication, training, transition, and post-implementation support.
Provide excellent service to internal and external stakeholders and maintain a strong working partnership to strengthen the resolution of cross-departmental issues and goals.
Problem-solving, analyzing issues and identifying creative and practical solutions that consider business requirements and technology, identifying potential system enhancements and technology improvements for enhancing operational effectiveness, and helping design, document and maintain system processes.
Test new releases, fixes, and upgrades to the system, including regression testing, liaise with third parties to troubleshoot technology production issues or implement new technology services as required.
Develop and execute a test plan strategy, prepare test cases, conduct user acceptance testing, log issues for quality assurance, and utilize tools such as SQL or Excel to create reports for business units.
Educate requestors and developers on appropriate and desirable parameters to ensure they get the necessary information. Provide support to end users on standardized and ah-hoc reports.
Resolve user support issues for technology systems and business processes. Identify technology support issues that are outside the mandate of the internal support team and transition the support issue to the appropriate party on an as-needed basis.
Participate in business initiatives and identify potential technology solutions to simplify business processes and procedures and provide input into analyzing new products/services/ opportunities to help determine alternatives or applications.
Maintain a high level of awareness of the strategic direction, project initiatives and business goals of the organization to ensure technology systems align between all functional units and overall objectives are coordinated
Maintain a thorough knowledge of policies and procedures regarding departmental operations; all work is to be completed by policies, procedures, standards, guidelines, and practice. Accurately and thoroughly document user support issues in a ticket tracking system for inquiries and issues to ensure prompt and efficient resolution

Why Should You Apply?

You have knowledge of or working experience with business glossary and data profiling technologies
Along with your strong analytic skills, you have the ability to define opportunities and problems, collect and analyze data, establish facts and make valid conclusions
Your interpersonal and communication skills are above average
You have intermediate-level knowledge of data governance and data management practices
You have a strong working experience of Microsoft Dynamics CRM and SharePoint
You have an understanding of conceptual data modeling concepts
You have training to know how to work in an Agile environment
As an asset, you have experience with DevOps and Agile certification
You have a strong understanding of the Microsoft Environment, workflows, and file management

Interested?

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Internal Auditor

Location: Trail, BC; Remote work options will be considered for the right candidate

Are you seeking an opportunity that provides a great work-life balance, along with the opportunity to build a satisfying career and be part of an organization that puts their community and employees first? If you have a background in auditing and have a solid understanding of financial service industry business practices, products and services, risk management principles and risk mitigation techniques, this may be the opportunity for you!

THE AREA

Nestled in the natural beauty of the Selkirk and Monashee mountain ranges, next to the mighty Columbia River, the Greater Trail area offers year-round activities for the outdoor enthusiast from golfing to skiing, mountain biking, kayaking, fishing, hiking and much more. Amenities include the region’s largest hospital, Selkirk College and an aquatic and leisure centre, all surrounded by inviting neighbouring communities that are within easy commuting distance. Affordable, safe and volunteer-oriented communities provide all the modern technology and amenities to keep you connected. Here you will find outstanding opportunities for living life well and to its fullest.

For more information about the Greater Trail region, please visit imaginekootenay.com

KOOTENAY SAVINGS CREDIT UNION

We’re the region’s leading credit union with over $1 billion in assets, over 39,000 members and over 200 employees. Our Corporate Office is in Trail, BC along with our Member Service Centre and we have eleven branches throughout the Kootenays offering retail and commercial banking services. We’re community-minded and continue to strive to fulfill our vision to be the best provider of financial services and the best place to work in the communities we serve.

For more information about Kootenay Savings, please visit kscu.com

THE OPPORTUNITY

Reporting administratively to the President & Chief Executive Officer with functional accountability to the Audit & Operational Risk (A&OR) Committee, the Internal Auditor provides independent, objective assurance and consulting services designed to add value and improve the Credit Union’s operations.

The Internal Auditor helps the organization accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes. The Internal Auditor is accountable for the development and carrying out of risk-based audit programs designed to evaluate Management’s system of internal controls as they pertain to the enterprise-wide risk profile.

You will work with all levels of management and staff to provide assurance that key risks are being managed effectively, and act as a change agent through innovative solutions to help improve organizational performance. Your clear and concise reports to Management and the A&OR Committee will present risks objectively and make practical recommendations which will improve the systems of internal control and operating efficiencies. You will stay abreast of professional standards for internal auditing to carry out all activity within the framework of accepted professional standards.

A remote work option may be considered for this role; however, the incumbent must be able to travel to work onsite in Trail, BC or in other KSCU locations as required.

What you bring:

A professional accounting or auditing designation (CPA or CIA), or enrollment in a professional accounting or auditing program, or equivalent
Four to six years of related experience in a financial institution, some at a supervisory level, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Working knowledge of the financial services industry, including products and operations; risk management and risk mitigation techniques in the form of internal controls
Working knowledge of credit, market, strategic, operational, regulatory, and financial risk for financial institutions
Working knowledge of commercial and retail lending
Working knowledge of financial deposit processes and procedures
Working knowledge of the regulatory and compliance environment
Working knowledge of computer technology in the context of a financial institution
Advanced knowledge of internal audit methodology and techniques and standards of the Institute of Internal Auditors
Advanced analytical, research and problem-solving skills
Ability to effectively manage multiple assignments and meet deliverables
Strong interpersonal skills
Strong oral and written communication skills
Strong organization and time management skills

Why work for us?

We know that our dedicated employees give us a lot and are key to our success; in return we offer a total rewards package that includes:

Competitive salary and benefits
Paid vacation, sick time and floating holidays
Continual training, development and coaching
Confidential employee and family assistance program
Unique staff benefits on products such as bank accounts, loans & mortgages
The opportunity to build a satisfying career in an organization that incorporates many leading-strategic initiatives
Being part of an organization that puts their community and employees first
Being part of a talented and dedicated team who improve our members’ financial lives

You’ll be rewarded with a satisfying career in an organization that incorporates many leading-edge strategic initiatives with opportunities for supported professional growth and career advancement. If you are a team player ready to take on an exciting challenge in a progressive, employee-focused environment, we’d like to hear from you!

Please apply online through the careers section of our website at kscu.com to upload your resume and complete the application questions.

Closing date: Open until filled

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

Accounting Technician – FNB Trust

The Company:

First Nations Bank of Canada (www.fnbc.ca) is a federally chartered bank servicing Indigenous and non-Indigenous customers throughout Canada. We are focused on delivering superior customer service and offering a full range of personal and business banking products. First Nations Bank has a strong history of growth and profitability with a clear strategy of expansion in the Canadian marketplace and provides ongoing career opportunities for our employees.

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.

The Challenge:

Reporting directly to the Trust Officers, the Accounting Technician will be accountable for a high level of support and will contribute to a comprehensive, efficient and accurate reporting process that satisfies both internal and external stakeholder requirements.

As an Accounting Technician, you are responsible for supporting trust client service goals by providing accounting, payables and coordination services. You must be a driven and detail-oriented individual who is client-focused and efficient. This role requires you to take initiative and work proactively in a fast-paced industry. You are a highly skilled professional team member. This position will be required to prepare bank reconciliations, maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, post journal entries, prepare other statistical, financial and activity reports and support the accounts payable function. To be successful in this position you will require a strong knowledge in the area of accounting, payables and reporting.

Location:

This is a national position. Candidates from all Canadian regions will be considered, with preference to those able to be based from our Saskatoon, Winnipeg or Vancouver offices. Our Saskatoon and Vancouver offices are located on First Nation lands.

Qualifications:

Minimum of 2 years’ experience working in the finance or accounting department.
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 word and Excel.
Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong emphasis on bookkeeping and reconciliations is considered an asset.
Previous experience with regulatory bodies (OSFI, CDIC, FINTRAC, etc), internal/external audits and the banking industry would be an asset.
Willingness to travel and work additional hours outside of the Monday to Friday workweek as needed.
Accounting certificate or diploma is preferred but not required.
Class 5 driver’s license.

Make FNB Trust your First Choice!

Please submit your cover letter and resume to: hr@fnbc.ca

For more information, visit: www.fnbtrust.ca

Senior Commercial Account Manager

The Company:

First Nations Bank of Canada (www.fnbc.ca) is a federally chartered bank servicing Indigenous and non-Indigenous customers throughout Canada. We are focused on delivering superior customer service and offering a full range of personal and business banking products. As an equal opportunity employer, we are rapidly expanding in the Canadian marketplace and provide ongoing career opportunities for our employees.

The Opportunity:

Reporting to the AVP Commercial Banking you will be accountable for growing and managing a portfolio of commercial relationships. Your years of directly related experience will enable you to develop an effective sales strategy for growing your portfolio and increasing annual revenues and profitability for the Bank. Your duties will include but not limited to building and maintaining relationships, analyzing financials, managing risk and structuring and presenting commercial credit deals with a consistent emphasis on customer service.

Location:

This position is a Monday through Friday work week based out of our Vancouver office, with considerations available for remote work arrangements within BC. Our Vancouver office is located on First Nations land.

Qualifications:

An experienced banker with a minimum of 3 years in relationship management in commercial lending that encompassed developing and implementing a sales strategy to grow your portfolio and structure credit
Proven ability to manage a portfolio in a complex Commercial and First Nations Industry
Results orientated with proven success in growing revenue and profitability
Ability to succeed with a positive attitude towards sales and ability to identify business opportunities
Demonstrated strength in business development and customer relationship management skills
Sound credit judgment and understanding of credit policies and practices
Flexibility to travel as required without limitation
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
Knowledge of Indigenous banking would be a strong asset

Please submit your cover letter and resume to dan.murza@fnbc.ca

We thank those who apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Community Branch Manager

This is a great opportunity to lead an enthusiastic and community-minded team!

We invite you to be part of a team where you can feel good about the work you do and the positive impact you will have in the Sorrento community. We believe in fostering a work environment that is the perfect blend of friendliness, support, and professionalism (not to mention fun)! Add in a competitive salary, and perks such as our employee incentive plan, reduced banking fees, and spectacular natural scenery, and you’ll see why SASCU is an award-winning employer.

As Community Branch Manager you will provide overall branch management by leading the team to achieve objectives, ensure operational efficiency, and deliver on the SASCU Member Experience. The Community Branch Manager coaches branch staff to work together to achieve results and implement SASCU’s sales and advice strategy.

This position is covering for a leave of absence. The permanent location of the position will be within the SASCU service area (Salmon Arm, Sicamous, Sorrento).

What you’ll do:

Coach the branch team on objectives and ensure teamwork to achieve the desired results.
Lead and develop the sales team to meet or exceed individual and team sales and activity targets.
Manage an assigned member portfolio.
Identify opportunities to create branch presence in the community.
Champion service standards and coach for consistency of those behaviours and experiences.
Be visible and accessible, welcoming interaction with employees and members to build rapport, discuss their needs, and resolve concerns.
Participate in talent management planning to ensure business continuity and to develop future leaders across the organization.
Build employee engagement, develop plans, and take action to close any gaps.
Monitor and maintain controls in accordance with policy to ensure operational integrity.

What you’ll bring:

A business administration degree or diploma is preferred.
At least 7 years of financial industry experience including at least 3 years at the leadership level.
Demonstrated results orientation in both sales and service.
Solid experience in consumer lending and investments.
Registered as a mutual funds representative or willing to be licensed within a three-month period.
An aptitude for business development and relationship building.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Access to transportation and willingness to travel within the SASCU community.

This is a full-time, Tuesday to Saturday position. It an excellent opportunity for a community-minded individual to further their career within a successful and growing organization. If this sounds like you, let us know! To apply, please email a cover letter and résumé to us at hr@sascu.com.

A bit about SASCU:

SASCU Financial Group offers a broad range of personal and business financial services through SASCU Credit Union and its three lines of business: SASCU Insurance, SASCU Wealth, and Commercial banking. SASCU Credit Union branches are in Sicamous and Sorrento, plus two in Salmon Arm. Established in 1946, SASCU has more than 19,000 members, 150 staff, and over $1 billion in assets. Learn more at www.sascu.com

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

SASCU is an equal opportunity employer committed to supporting Diversity and Inclusion. We recruit and select applicants for employment solely based on their qualifications, with emphasis on selecting the best-qualified person for the job. We support an inclusive environment where employees feel empowered to share their experiences, ideas, and perspectives.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to meet fidelity bonding requirements, including completion of references, a criminal record check, and credit check.

Clearing & Settlement Manager

Clearing and Settlement Manager

The Company:

First Nations Bank of Canada (www.fnbc.ca) is a federally chartered bank servicing Indigenous and non-Indigenous customers throughout Canada. We are focused on delivering superior customer service and offering a full range of personal and business banking products. As an equal opportunity employer, we are rapidly expanding in the Canadian marketplace and provide our employees the opportunity to advance in their career.

First Nations Bank of Canada is seeking a Manager, Clearing and Settlement. This position is a subject matter expert supporting internal and external clients as it relates to clearing and settlement while ensuring adherence to the rules set out by Canadian Payments Association and minimizing losses to the Bank. They will oversee the daily clearing and reconciliation processes for the Bank.

Location: This position is a Monday through Friday work week and has the option to be based in Saskatoon Head Office or one of our branch locations with the flexibility to work remotely, in the office or a hybrid of the two.

Responsibilities:

Follow and keep up to date with all related regulatory and legislative
Oversee and as required perform the duties of the Clearing Operation staff including decision to pay (rejects), performing returns, authorize outgoing and incoming wires, support for customer AFT, trace requests, processing of NSF and chargebacks, action fraud alerts, and verify and balance all incoming and outgoing transactions including but not limited to wires, bill payments, POS and ATM, EMT, and Interac Online Payments
Identify and recommend process improvement
Ensure productivity standards that are held with internal and external providers are consistently achieved and Service Level Agreements are met or exceeded
Evaluate and recognize indicators that would identify possible Fraud/Money Laundering situations
Liaise with internal and external agencies including customers, branches, Central 1 and other Financial Institution
Ensuring daily work and reports are completed thoroughly for auditing purposes
Ensure clearing rules are adhered to, resulting in no loss of income to the organizations and also giving the best service to our member and clients
Mentor, coach and motivate the clearing staff. Ensures they have the skills, knowledge, and resources to perform all aspects of their job successfully

Here’s the background and skills we think will make you successful:

Minimum 3 years of related experience in a financial institution
Good knowledge of basic accounting principles and understand reconciliation processes
Strong knowledge of the Canadian Payments Associations rules (CPA)
Experience with core banking systems (experience with Fiserv DNA would be ideal)
Experience with clearing and settlement system (experience with Central 1 systems would be ideal)
Sound judgement with good investigative, research and problem-solving skills
Strong service quality experience with excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Management level experience with an aptitude for team building and providing top-notch customer service
Ability to multi-task and meet daily deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Ability to exercise initiative and tact
Ability to accept and embrace change

Please submit your cover letter and resume to: hr@fnbc.ca

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

Senior Business Analyst

Senior Business Analyst

The Company:

First Nations Bank of Canada (www.fnbc.ca) is a federally chartered bank servicing Indigenous and non-Indigenous customers throughout Canada. We are focused on delivering superior customer service and offering a full range of personal and business banking products. As an equal opportunity employer, we are rapidly expanding in the Canadian marketplace and provide our employees the opportunity to advance in their career.

First Nations Bank of Canada is seeking a Senior Business Analyst with a disciplined approach in supporting, maintaining, and implementing business applications, data and business intelligence, and banking and payment systems, all while working towards continuous improvement in the support and development of business processes. This role requires solid team collaboration while working in a complex environment.

Responsibilities:

Implement and maintain business and banking applications
Be a subject matter expert with business applications, banking and payment systems
Understand and translate business requirements into business enhancements
Analyze, recommend, and promote change driven by business need
Develop and maintain process and procedural documentation
Provide support in business intelligence/reporting needs of the organization
Prepare detailed specifications, use cases, workflows, and other supporting documentation for the development of business improvements and enhancements
Provide tier 2/3 end user support
Perform additional duties as assigned

Here’s the background and skills we think will make you successful:

Experience with core banking systems (preference to Fiserv DNA)
Experience with digital banking system (preference of Member Direct/Forge)
Demonstrated experience implementing business applications
6 years of experience in financial services industry and 3 years of experience in business analysis
Ability to prepare detailed specifications, use cases, user stories, workflows, and other supporting documentation for the development of modifications and enhancements
You possess strong interpersonal and communication skills and are able to build professional business relationships within, and outside the organization.
You possess a strong commitment to customer satisfaction and teamwork
You have the ability to manage multiple projects with varying complexities, priorities and timelines
Experienced in data analytics, reporting, and SQL query. Familiarity with Lodestar or similar platform would be an asset.
Working knowledge of API integration (Rest, SOAP)
High level of proficiency with Microsoft applications
Demonstrates a passion for delivery excellence
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to grasp abstract concepts
Ability to work effectively independently and within a team environment
You are a continuous learner
Collaborative and friendly approach

Please submit your cover letter and resume to: hr@fnbc.ca

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

Compliance Audit Analyst

**Posting Deadline: Please submit your application by 11:59 PM PST, November 1, 2022**

Position Type: Permanent

Together, Let’s Do Great Things!

We’re the largest financial institution based on Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands, and we’ve got an opportunity for you. We are looking for a Compliance Audit Analyst to join our operations team. The Compliance Audit Analyst is a key role in our defense against anti-money laundering/anti-terrorist financing risk, controls, and ongoing compliance of regulatory requirements.

This role is a remote position and is open to candidates throughout British Columbia.

What’s the role?

As the Compliance Audit Analyst you are accountable to plan, manage and execute internal audit for anti-money laundering (AML) related policies in all areas of CCCU. Your role focuses on improving the internal control environment by addressing risks associated with business objectives and evaluates the controls in place to mitigate those risks. As Compliance Audit Analyst you also develop the Credit Union audit plans and self-assessments, provide value-added advice and support to business partners on the creation or modification of policies, procedures, processes, products, or services to ensure an appropriate level of internal control and compliance is maintained.

Your duties will include:

Executing the creation of and performing ongoing maintenance of the Compliance Internal Audit Manual, documenting the auditing procedures and examination techniques to be applied.
Performing internal audit and risk assessments to ensure compliance with organizational controls, identifying gaps and recommending controls and other countermeasures.
Planning the scope of audit, preparing the audit program, and determining the appropriate auditing procedures and examination techniques to be applied (e.g., computer extracts, statistical sampling, etc.) for each audit assignment.
Facilitating audit engagement meetings with stakeholders to explain the scope and objectives prior to fieldwork commencing, as well as closing meetings to provide clear explanations of results and actions required.
Preparing working papers and audit finding reports in accordance with established guidelines within the Compliance Internal Audit manual
Establishing and maintaining relationships with Management and Stakeholders for each audit assignment; planning and participating in report presentation, reviews and follow-up engagements as required.
Performing research and analysis of the relevant policy and procedures, and an evaluation of audit related documentation as a basis for an objective opinion on the effectiveness and efficiency of operations and the adequacy of internal control.
Providing recommendations relative to the design and effective operation of internal compliance controls.
Conducting other compliance reviews, on-site reviews, etc. as needed; and assist as required with the development of action plans for any issues, deficiencies or questions that require remediation.
Compiling audit information for periodic dashboard and/or Board of Director reporting.
Supporting the compliance team in responding to various regulatory body inquiries, audits, and reviews.

What are we looking for?

Bachelor’s Degree or Designation in Finance/Accounting/Auditing requiring 4 years of full-time study or have an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Certified Internal Auditor designation is an asset

Ideally, you are a flexible, collaborative team player with:

A minimum of 5 years progressive financial experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum 3 years’ experience in internal audit, multi-functional banking operations, AML/ Fraud and/or risk management in the Banking or Credit Union industry preferred.
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and Access.
Proficiency with the DNA Banking System and Doxim Loans Origination System.
Proven experience in providing detailed and accurate information to third parties.
Previous experience working on/leading large projects.
Previous experience conducting research and preparing reports.
Advanced knowledge of PCMLTFA, FATCA and CRS legislation, fraud mitigation, and loss prevention
Advanced understanding of internal control concepts and experience in applying them to plan, perform, manage, and report on the evaluation of various business processes/ areas/ functions.
Knowledge of internal auditing standards, and risk assessment practices.
Knowledge of how to gather, clarify and apply information transmitted in various formats.

If you’re an approachable problem solver who embraces self-development and life-long learning, you’ll be a great fit with us.

Who are we?

Since first forming in 1946, Coastal Community has grown to become the largest financial services provider based on Vancouver Island. We’re proud of the legacy we’ve built and the things that make us who we are:

We’re 100% member-owned, with all decisions made locally—right here on Vancouver Island.
We’re a growing organization with over $4 billion in assets under management. Coastal Community helps improve the financial health of over 100,000 members and clients through our 24 branches, 16 insurance offices, 4 business centers, plus our wide range of online and digital services.
We believe in making meaningful contributions to the communities we call home. Each year, we give over half a million to community organizations and programs.

If you join us you’ll work hard, but have a lot of fun along the way. We offer a generous compensation package and a great work/life balance because we want you to spend your career here. Many people do!

Marketing Community Lead

This is a great opportunity to join a creative and well-established team of marketing professionals!

We invite you to be part of a team where you can feel good about the work you do and the positive impact you will have in the Shuswap community. We believe in fostering a work environment that is the perfect blend of friendliness, support, and professionalism (not to mention fun)! Add in a competitive compensation plan, and perks such as reduced banking fees, comprehensive benefits, and spectacular natural scenery, and you’ll see why SASCU is an award-winning employer.

As SASCU’s Community Lead, you will develop, support, and monitor SASCU’s social and environmental programs and community partnerships. You will be fundamental in nurturing SASCU’s position in the region as a community leader, a desired community partner, and a valuable community contributor. You will promote SASCU’s reputation, story, and image through coordination of internal and external programs and events, and you will be instrumental in engaging staff and the public with SASCU’s social purpose.

What you’ll do:

Provide recommendations for the development and implementation of community relations and communication programs that advance SASCU’s reputational and strategic goals.
Lead and promote SASCU’s employee volunteer program.
Promote, coordinate, and support scholarship, donation, and sponsorship processes.
Manage SASCU’s social media channels, including content creation and coordination.
Use story-telling best practices to create meaningful content to generate internal and external awareness of and emotional connection to SASCU initiatives.
Build community presence in SASCU’s markets, including serving on association boards as requested.
Seek sponsorships, including partnerships, with organizations that align with SASCU’s desired impact.
Enhance SASCU’s visibility and appropriate participation in projects, activities, events, and other supported initiatives.
Prepare submission packages for Board presentations and participate in Community Relations and Sponsorship Committee meetings.
Work closely with the Manager, Brand & Community to develop and execute department strategies and goals related to SASCU’s underserved communities, Indigenous, and new Canadians.

What you’ll bring:

Degree or diploma in Marketing, Digital Marketing, Public Relations, Communications, or a related field.
2-3 years’ experience in community engagement, outreach, event planning, and working in partnership with community organizations; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

You’re perfect for this role if you have:

Solid knowledge of social media, and a working knowledge of audio-visual equipment (DSLR cameras, video/audio recorder, microphones).
The ability to build relationships, generate enthusiasm, and work with diverse populations.
Proven ability to coordinate a variety of work under deadlines and adapt easily to changing priorities and business needs.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
A valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation is required.

This is a full-time, Monday to Friday position, requiring the ability to work flexible hours, including evening and weekends as needed for community events. It is an excellent opportunity for a community-minded individual to further their career within a successful and growing organization. If this sounds like you, let us know! To apply, please email a cover letter and résumé to us at hr@sascu.com.

Flexible Work Arrangements

Consideration will be given to a partial remote work arrangement for the successful candidate. A regular in-branch/community presence is required.

A bit about SASCU:

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

SASCU is an equal opportunity employer committed so supporting Diversity and Inclusion. We recruit and select applicants for employment solely based on their qualifications, with emphasis on selecting the best-qualified person for the job. We support an inclusive environment where employees feel empowered to share their experiences, ideas, and perspectives.

Director-Core Banking

*This position is open to applicants across Canada*

About Celero
Celero is a leading provider of IT solutions to financial institutions across Canada. A full-service IT shop, Celero provides complete banking solutions, IT planning, systems integration, hosting, support, maintenance and professional services to meet the unique needs of financial institutions of all sizes and delivers world-class reliability through our Canadian-based data centres, employees and operations.

Celero is consistently ranked among the world’s top financial technology companies on the annual FinTech 100 list.

Your Opportunity

As Director, Core Banking you will be responsible for delivery of Celero’s current premier core banking system to existing and new clients that today represents over 80 credit unions and financial institutions in Canada. Responsibility areas include day to day operations; enhancements; release management; conversions and mergers. In addition, you will be accountable for working with Celero’s Architectural Team and Core Banking’s Technical Director, Celero’s customers, industry peers and internal stakeholders to shape Celero’s future Core Banking Strategy. This role will contribute to other strategic initiatives such as Open Banking and Payments Modernization to ensure coordinated delivery with the Core Banking suite of products.

A Day in the Life

Reporting to the Vice President, Core Banking, Payments & Cards, you will be responsible for defining Celero’s future customer experience, service development functions and ensuring a consistent approach to the market while collaborating with internal and external stakeholders.

You will be responsible to ensure stability of the core banking system by meeting customer expectations and SLA’s through continuous improvement initiatives. You will also be the sponsors of varied projects focused on delivering new features and capabilities onto the platform.

On an ongoing basis you will meet with clients, vendor partners, internal stakeholders and investigate best practices and new ideas in the financial services area. You will actively research related technology and market trends and financial sector solution developments. From these discussions, and your knowledge, you will define the vision for Celero’s future product and service portfolio of the core banking area and provide customers a vision of what that future would look like and how it will enable their success. You will work with the product management team to translate future plans into product development priorities and drive development projects through internal gating processes. In addition to market research, you will monitor competition, follow market trends and generate market insights. You are forward looking with a focus on greater customer enablement and profitable growth.

Your experience in leading teams providing operational delivery of core banking products and services with a view on the future; and your ability to act as a knowledge expert in new areas of financial services will provide leadership to Celero and our customers.

In terms of aligning your role and responsibilities with Celero’s business strategy and plan, you will act as a collaborative partner with the leads for each of the other initiatives in the company’s business plan. In this capacity, you will be the central point within Celero to identify dependencies and ensure alignment among the various teams to effectively prioritize work to advance the business plan, while ensuring effective use of time and resources and the achievement of key measures of success.

You will have Profit & Loss responsibility for the Core Banking Line of Business, contributing to Celero’s annual strategic and budget planning cycle. Monitoring and reporting of same on a monthly basis.

Your Resume

Experience working with C-suite customers and understanding their business strategies/problems.
Track record of delivering measurable results through product growth and development initiatives.
Strategic thinker, with exposure to industry strategy development.
Experience working in the financial services industry with a focus on core banking systems; products and services.
Exceptional written and oral communications skills.
The ideal candidate will have a combination of continuous education and 10+ years of experience in Financial Services.
Experience in operational delivery of core banking suite of products and services.
Demonstrated success leveraging partners to deliver new solutions.
Previous success developing strategies and working with stakeholders to execute.
Facilitator of needs analysis and with a large number of stakeholders.
Leading large teams of experienced professionals, ability to build a strong cohesive team with focus on client satisfaction.
P&L responsibility for a large portfolio.
Vendor management experience an asset.

Our Expectations

We have high expectations of all Celero employees and strive to recruit applicants with the following characteristics:

Strong analytic skills coupled with innovative thinking, and a bias for action.
Ability to drive clarity out of ambiguous situations.
An ability to build strong professional relationships with peers, leaders and clients.
Excellent leadership and communication skills resulting in the ability to work effectively with both technical and business professionals.
Self-starter who drives positive change and can drive clarity out of confusion.
Ability to lead in a matrixed environment.

To Apply

Please visit our career board at https://celero.applicantpro.com/jobs no later than October 28, 2022.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest, however only short-listed candidates will be contacted.