Province: British Columbia

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.

 

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:

  • 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:

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 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.

 

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.

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.

MoneyWorks Wealth Advisor

MoneyWorks Wealth Advisor – Nelson or Cranbrook  Area

Position Name

MoneyWorks Wealth Advisor

Position Description

An Exceptional Career & Vibrant Lifestyle. Have it all at EKC or NDCU MoneyWorks

 

For more than a decade, East Kootenay Community Credit Union, Grand Forks Credit Union and Nelson & District Credit Union have been partners in providing wealth management services to members. We are MoneyWorks, doing business as EKC MoneyWorks, GFCU MoneyWorks and NDCU MoneyWorks. Through this partnership, we provide a holistic approach to financial planning, matching members’ financial needs with the best solutions tailored to their situation. We provide a variety of product and service options to members throughout the Kootenay-Boundary region.

 

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Wealth Advisor

If you want to join a team who are dedicated to building long term relationships with members, this exciting opportunity is the right career move for you. Reporting directly to the Executive Leader, the successful candidate will play a significant role in providing financial advice and assistance to clients, while strengthening the overall presence of EKC MoneyWorks or NDCU MoneyWorks in the communities it serves. This unique opportunity also provides the opportunity to work with an existing book of business as well as partner with branch staff in identifying referral opportunities.

The incumbent will be self-motivated, and results driven, working a flexible schedule and meeting clients/members needs on their timelines.  Hybrid arrangements will be considered. Travel is required.

Qualifications Required

You are a results-oriented professional and effective decision maker with a commitment to furthering the reputation of the organization in the community. Your positive, adaptable approach equips you with strong relationship building skills and the interpersonal skills to be an effective team member. You are dedicated to a holistic planning approach working with our members.

A minimum of five years’ experience in providing holistic financial advice to clients in the areas of financial planning, investment, risk assessment and insurance options is preferred. In addition, you will hold or are about to complete the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designation or equivalent and licensed to sell securities as well as life insurance within BC. Preference will be given to those candidates who hold a post-secondary designation.

Closing Date

When Filled

Job Location

East Kootenay region, West Kootenay region, BC

How to Apply

To learn more about EKC MoneyWorks, please visit our website at www.ekccu.com. To learn more about NDCU MoneyWorks, please visit our website at www.nelsoncu.com.  Additional details about this position are available through the contact information below. We welcome applications from all interested applicants looking to further their career in a dynamic, team-oriented environment. If you are intrigued by this opportunity, please send a current resume and cover letter in confidence to:

Human Resources at MoneyWorks:

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

 

Senior Marketing Advisor

As a Senior Marketing Advisor, you analyze market needs to develop and lead marketing strategies to meet partner/client requirements, supporting business development.

You work along side our Marketing and Client Experience teams to serve as a resource person to partners to provide strategic advice and assist them with tailored marketing strategies to build their credit card portfolio. You recommend solutions to improve or optimize standards, policies, and programs. Your projects and initiatives require extensive knowledge of your line of work.

You prepare marketing recommendations, solutions and action plans based on the organization’s objectives and priorities. You help solve complex problems using your analytical skills and extensive knowledge of your line of business. Coordination is critical, so you frequently interact with stakeholders working in other fields. Interpersonal savvy is therefore essential.

General Information on the Position

This position is within a division of the Desjardins Group called Collabria Financial.

Collabria Financial is a Canadian credit card issuer offering customized card programs for Canadian credit unions, serving their consumer and business members in a B2B2C framework. Collabria is a client-centric, payment solutions provider created expressly to help financial institutions and Credit Unions gain the benefits of increased operational control and improved member relationships.

At its core, what sets Collabria apart is its foundation in partnership, collaboration, and responsiveness. The successful candidate will have a strong desire to learn and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, be very organized and detail oriented and willing to dig deep to analyze and solve problems.

Main responsibilities

  • Analyze partner profiles, operations, and portfolios to understand their marketing needs
  • Lead the development and the implementation of partner tailored marketing campaigns, from brief stage to in-market execution
  • Lead projects, initiatives and activities and diagnose issues, challenges, and needs to determine target outcomes
  • Develop and help implement objectives, solutions, and action plans
  • Analyze data, conduct studies, make recommendations, and write summaries.
  • Keep abreast of emerging trends and share best practices knowledge and insights.

Other working conditions

  • Workplace: Position located in Toronto, Montreal, Calgary, Burnaby or Winnipeg, depending on the applicant selected. The work arrangement for the position is hybrid work #LI-Hybrid Work from Home may be available for the right candidate.
  • Number of jobs available : 1

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field
  • A minimum of 4 years of relevant experience
  • Previous experience in the credit union system and/or payment industry is preferable

 

Please note that other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be considered

  • For vacant positions available in Quebec, please note that knowledge of French is required

 

Specific knowledge

Strong communication skills in French and English, both oral and written (an asset)

Desjardins Cross-sector skills

Action oriented, Customer Focus, Differences, Nimble learning

Key competencies for the job

Business insight, Interpersonal Savvy

Unposting Date

2022-10-2

To apply to this job, please visit: Careers (myworkdayjobs.com)

Wealth Management Administrative Associate

Title:                                  Wealth Management Administrative Associate

 

Reports to:                       Vice President of Business Development

                                                                                                                                                                            

 

About CUSO Wealth Strategies Inc.

With a Head Office located in Kelowna BC. CUSO Wealth Strategies Inc. provides wealth management strategic and best practices support to credit unions. CUSO was established in 2012 with the purpose of assisting small to mid-sized credit unions create, maintain, and assist with the day-to-day management of a sustainable, profitable, and compliant wealth management subsidiary. CUSO currently works with 6 BC and 3 Alberta credit unions partners with combined wealth management assets of more than $1.2 billion.

 

Basic Purpose of the Role

Currently, within the 9 credit unions that the CUSO serves, there are 12 wealth management administrators.  The Wealth Management Administrative Associate will serve as the first point of contact for the wealth management administrators in both a support and mentoring capacity. This will include being a power user of the CRM (Customer Relationship Management) program, currently Maximizer Wealth for our credit union client group.

 

This position will also provide administrative and governance support to the CEO.

 

About the Role

This is a permanent part-time position of three days per week (22.5 hours) with an opportunity for additional hours as mutually agreed. The hours are flexible within the standard work week and the location is the Kelowna office or a remote work arrangement within BC or Alberta.

 

Major Responsibilities

  1. Be the main point of contact for the wealth management administrators located in various credit unions in BC and Alberta. In this capacity the Wealth Management Administrative Associate will support all levels of skill sets and work experience with the focus to help each office become efficient and effective in the administration support for the Wealth Advisors. Duties include:
    1. Providing guidance, training, and support to increase comfort and proficiency with CRM
    2. Acting as an intermediary with dealer back-office administrative issues
    3. Coordinating and conducting regular team meetings with the administrators, encourage collaboration, support and sharing of information
    4. Providing support and training to new wealth management administrators
  2. Undertake all governance related activities to support the CEO and Board of Directors in the regular day to day, monthly quarterly and annual business requirements.
  3. Complete other related tasks and special initiatives consistent with the scope and purpose of the position.

 

Qualifications

  • A minimum of five years’ recent, related experience in an administration capacity working with financial advisors is required
  • Proficiency with Excel and the MS Office suite of products
  • Background in using and supporting a CRM program (preferably Maximizer)
  • Excellent administrative skills including experience with, or an interest in learning, board governance administration
  • Strong written, verbal communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Proficiency with technology and enthusiasm for learning and adopting technology innovations and tools to enhance proficiency
  • Strong organizational, time management and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent service and relationship building skills including the ability to interact one-on-one and facilitate small groups to share knowledge, mentor, and train
  • Proven ability to be a self-starter and work independently with minimum supervision
  • Familiarity with Adobe and website admin functionality would be welcomed
  • Current or previous licensing with MFDA, IIROC, and/or Insurance Council is an asset but not required

 

Other Requirements

  • Ability and willingness to travel to Kelowna to be onsite at CUSO office 3-4 times per year
  • If working remotely, a workspace which provides for personal health and safety and ensures the safety and confidentiality of information

 

Why CUSO Wealth Strategies?

  • We are a small, dedicated team of professionals committed to doing our best work in an inclusive, respectful, and supportive environment
  • We encourage work & life integration and offer flexibility with hours and work location tailored to individual needs
  • We offer comprehensive benefits to support and sustain the mental and physical health of our employees and their families
  • Our leadership team encourages growth, independence, service excellence and team camaraderie
  • We believe in the cooperative model and work to support the sustainability and profitability of the credit unions we serve which in turn make a direct economic, social, and cultural impact in our communities

 

How to Apply:

If you consider this position a match to your skills, please submit your resume and cover letter in confidence to Ann Wong, Vice President, Business Development at awong@cuwealth.ca by October 14, 2022.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this unique and specialized opportunity. All applications under consideration will be contacted.

Senior Manager: Commercial Adjudication

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 advanced knowledge and experience in commercial credit and know what it takes to succeed in the competitive financial services market, we encourage you to read on!

THE AREA: ‘Come for a visit, stay for a career!’

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:

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Manager Commercial Adjudication to join our team. The position is based out of Trail, BC however we are open to consider remote work options for the right candidate.

As Senior Manager Commercial Adjudication you are responsible for the operational control of the credit union’s commercial lending portfolio, commercial adjudication and retail & commercial administration in a manner that supports operational efficiency and ensures compliance with regulatory and organizational practices, policies & procedures, and risk framework.

Your main responsibilities include:

  • Being accountable for the planning, development, and implementation of policies, programs and strategies in support of commercial lending functions and credit support lending administration
  • Providing operational oversight of compliance with enterprise risk management (ERM) policies and practices and maintenance of lending operations, risk, and administrative practices, policies, and procedures
  • Providing managerial and administrative control of the commercial lending portfolio, adjudication and retail and commercial credit support administration
  • Being accountable for providing managerial direction and leadership to the centralized management team to achieve established organizational performance goals
  • Being accountable for operational oversight of commercial annual reviews and renewals of credit facilities in the commercial credit portfolio
  • Providing managerial oversight of the commercial credit collection function and having accountability for identifying areas of potential risk and initiating actions to mitigate potential losses within established controls
  • Commonly acting as a project lead, as well as supporting the execution of a variety of cross-functional strategic projects

The ideal incumbent will possess:

  • A Bachelor’s Degree or designation requiring 3 to 4 years’ full-time study or equivalent
  • A minimum of 10 years’ progressive leadership experience in the financial services industry with a focus on commercial credit execution, oversight, adjudication, underwriting and credit design
  • Advanced knowledge of commercial credit underwriting policies and procedures
  • Advanced knowledge and experience in managing commercial credit including underwriting, portfolio quality oversight and compliance with regulatory requirements
  • Strong knowledge in credit risk management policies and procedures and regulatory requirements relative to credit union credit risk management
  • Strong knowledge of credit management information reporting infrastructure to further enable overall credit portfolio management
  • Strong experience in policy and procedure administration, internal controls and auditing systems
  • Strong understanding of consumer and commercial deposit and lending practices, collection techniques and legislative regulations and statutes as they pertain to consumer and business deposit and lending activities
  • Strong knowledge of information technology best practices and the ability to keep abreast of new technologies
  • Knowledge of and commitment to maintaining current knowledge of legislative requirements, best practices, local community and financial industry trends and forecasts as they related to the functional areas of the position
  • Strong project management and planning skills

Leadership Competencies:

  • The ability to anticipate strategic business demands and effectively align people, processes, and systems so that the appropriate talent, structure, and operating models are in place
  • The ability to take a creative approach to opportunities or issues, think “outside the box” and explore unique ways to create value for members, communities, and the organization
  • The ability to develop breakthrough strategies that clearly differentiate the business within the communities it serves, while operating in an environment of flux, rapid change, and technological disruption
  • The ability to understand and leverage knowledge of the credit union and financial system including key external relationships, political and economic forces, emerging alliances, competitors, and the regulatory context
  • The ability to work within and across groups and/or organizations to solve complex issues and create the best solutions that benefit members and our communities
  • The ability to recognize and moderate one’s effect on others and the organization, building trust by choosing to act with integrity and authenticity
  • The ability to inspire a sense of direction and shared purpose for employees, while energizing and motivating them to advance the vision

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 of $96K – $121K based on skills and experience
  • Competitive benefits including extended health, dental and vision coverage
  • Health care spending account
  • Paid vacation, sick time and floating holidays
  • Confidential employee and family assistance program
  • Continual training, development and coaching
  • 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

Please apply online through the careers section of our website at kscu.com to upload your cover letter, 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.

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