Province: Saskatchewan

Vice President, Credit Risk

At Conexus, it’s not what we do, it’s how we do it.

Are you ready to make a move and work for a company who puts the financial well-being of its members first? It’s not just something we say at Conexus. It’s a promise delivered by our 900 employees each day. We are passionate about our members’ financial health, and our employees reflect that passion. At Conexus it’s about more than conducting a banking transaction, it’s about creating a personalized experience for each member. We do this by keeping it simple and lending an ear to each member’s individual needs throughout Saskatchewan.

Our employees are authentic, bold, creative, and responsible. They are the reason we consistently deliver outstanding member experiences. They’re more than just individuals who come to work each day, each employee is a vital part of Conexus.

The bigger picture

We’re looking for a forward-thinking individual who understands and has a passion for the lending business and responsible risk management to come on board as our Vice President, Credit Risk. This is the perfect opportunity for an innovator that is ready to challenge our status quo and willing to disrupt our current practices.

How you’ll be spending your time

  • Coaching and empowering your team to take calculated risks that balance member service with responsible risk management.
  • Ensuring that your team is in the know and can clearly communicate lending decisions to our members.
  • Developing new strategies and lending policies that are easy to understand, efficient, faster, and outside the box.
  • Sharing insight, helping inform decisions, approving complex loans and occasionally resolving conflict around conditional approvals and credit declines.

The way people describe you

  • A credit risk pro with business, agriculture and consumer lending experience.
  • A disruptor that looks beyond credit risk and incorporates enterprise risk into your decision-making.
  • A dedicated coach who guides teammates to grow and work through complex credit requests and sets them up with tools and knowledge for responsible risk management.
  • An influencer who’ll make a meaningful difference on our member and employee experience by supporting and leading change.
  • A knowledge seeker who stays on top of the lending industry and looks for emerging risks and new opportunities for healthy business development.

The experience you bring

  • Senior professional in business and consumer lending.
  • Formal leadership experience with demonstrated ability to effectively lead a team.
  • Post-secondary degree in finance, economics, business administration or related discipline. Post-graduate education is an asset.

What you get in return

Our team works tirelessly to ensure the financial success of each of our members. We think such dedication deserves recognition. That’s why we’re proud to offer some of the most competitive job perks of any employer around. Come, join our crew, and find out just how sweet the rewards can be:

  • Competitive compensation and benefits package
  • Industry-leading work-life balance and rewards
  • Formal and informal employee development
  • Meaningful work that makes a real difference in our members’ lives

So, what do you think – does this sound like you? Do you think you’re the right fit for Conexus and can rock this role? If you do, and you have the qualifications outlined above, then we encourage you to apply now. If you have questions about this position, please contact Tahnee at tahnee.smerchynski@conexus.ca. But act fast, the opportunity closes on December 5, 2021.

Accounting Coordinator

Purpose of Position:

This position is primarily focused on providing support and service to internal clients, ensuring the effective and efficient co-ordination of information. The Accounting Coordinator will work towards the achievement of Churchbridge Credit Union goals and objectives by providing high quality accounting and administrative support, under supervision of the CEO. This position performs a variety of moderately complex accounting functions as well as lending support and administrative aid to credit union personnel.

Currently this position will complete the Accounting Assistant duties 50% of the time and will cover for the Accounting Assistant during absences.  The remaining time in the position will be spent on more complex accounting functions.  The goal of the candidate in this position will be to advance their skills and education in order to assume the balance of complex accounting duties that are currently outsourced.

The Accounting Coordinator will be responsible for ensuring activities are in compliance with all sound business practices, legislation, regulations, by-laws, policies, and procedures.

 Key Responsibility Areas:

Accounting Support Services

  • Conduct all day-to-day accounting functions and tasks for the credit union.
  • Maintain, monitor, and reconcile various general ledger (GL) and holding accounts; prepare and process required accounting entries and month-end adjusting entries as required.
  • Work with staff to resolve any issues or errors; work to develop procedures to ensure errors are infrequent and work processes are improved.
  • Working practical knowledge of reporting systems such as DRVA, CORS, FAS and C-view.
  • Gather and present information to the Asset-Liability Committee (ALCO) and follow through on ALCO committee investment instructions.
  • Be the “point of contact” for our third-party finance department.
  • Process interest rate changes as directed by the CEO.
  • Support the day-to-day cash management and forecasting.
  • Provide back-up support in managing and monitoring investments and borrowings.
  • Assist in preparation and production of support documents and files for month-end and year-end financial statements and regulatory reports.
  • Assist in identifying any areas of financial concern for the credit union.
  • Ensure the safekeeping of records to meet the requirements of outside regulatory bodies. Ensure that a systematic process is in place for their retention and disposal.
  • Assist in the management of the relationship and acts as liaison between the credit union and its external auditors and regulators when required.
  • Input and administration of exchange rates.
  • Prepare and maintain government remittances/filings, accounts payable, and other similar transaction.

Administration Support Services

  • Adhere to all security standards as they relate to the position including specified combinations.
  • Provide overall administrative support services to the credit union.
  • Administer the Records Management Framework regarding the retention and destruction of records across all branches.
  • Review administration, department and position procedures and guides as required.

Service Excellence

  • Participate in the Pelmetta TEAM and Heart of Coaching programs by utilizing the skills and knowledge from these programs in your everyday duties to provide excellent internal and external member service.
  • Maintain a general understanding of credit union products and services and relevant policies and legislation by regularly reviewing literature and attending informational meetings.
  • Differentiate between credit union and competitors’ products and services
  • Appropriately promote the credit union and its products and services during off hours.
  • Provide support in the tracking of targets or marketing efforts.

Department, Branch, and Credit Union Support

  • Work effectively with fellow employees, share ideas and information and support the development of peers and credit union objectives.
  • Actively participate in department, branch, and credit union meetings.
  • Work to meet the strategic objectives as established annually by the Credit Union Board of Directors.
  • Complete all Annual Compliance and other assigned training and comply with all regulatory requirements including Market Code, Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Privacy, and Code of Conduct.
  • Provide backup support, training, and assistance in problem solving to team members as required.
  • Continual improvement of self and team by utilizing TEAM, Heart of Coaching, and the Winning Way.

Decision Making and Freedom to Act

Under general supervision, guided by established standards and procedures, the work is varied and occasionally complex.  Normal decision making is required with the use of some judgement amongst a wide variety of guidelines.

 Qualifications:

Skills:

  • Strong computer literacy including effective working skills of Microsoft Word and Excel
  • Strong written and interpersonal communication skills dealing with a variety of team members.
  • Willingness to learn and continually build their technical and professional knowledge
  • Goal orientated
  • Strong analytical, problem solving, organizational and time management skills.
  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to learn quickly
  • Work independently
  • Organization

Experience:

  • Successfully obtained an Accounting Diploma from a recognized business program with the desire to achieve a Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce with a major in Accounting.
  • Minimum 2 years of accounting related experience
  • Working knowledge of trial balances, general ledger (GL) databases, financial statements close processes and accounting matters
  • Understanding of payroll, bookkeeping and record keeping practices
  • Advanced Excel knowledge.

Training Requirements:

  • CUIC 201 – The Credit Unions: Different by Design
  • CUIC 185 – Products & Services
  • Heart of Coaching
  • Sales and Service Program course
  • Continuing education to complete Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce with a major in Accounting. Assistance with cost of education to be discussed.

Note:  this job profile is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet on-going needs of the organization.

 

To apply for this position please send your resume by November 30, 2021, to the attention of:

Ryan Tebbutt, CEO

Churchbridge Credit Union, Churchbridge Branch

Box 260, Churchbridge, SK S0A 0M0

rtebbutt@churchbridgecu.ca

 

Only individuals who have been selected for interviews will be contacted.

Manager, Corporate Services

Manager, Corporate Services

Who are we?
Credit Union Deposit Guarantee Corporation (the Corporation) is the deposit guarantor for Saskatchewan credit unions, and the primary regulator for credit unions and SaskCentral. Our objective is to instill confidence in Saskatchewan credit unions. We promote responsible credit union governance, and the strength and stability of the credit union system.
We are seeking a confident, forward-thinking leader with strong human resources, governance, planning, vendor management and communications skills who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and aspires to make an impact on shaping our future, to join the Corporate Operations team.

How you will spend your time:
Reporting to the Vice-President Corporate Operations, you will manage human resources, including benefits and payroll, ensuring alignment with the culture and talent needs of the Corporation. You will manage corporate communications and image strategies to build awareness of the Corporation’s brand and purpose. In addition, the position is responsible to manage the Corporation’s governance framework, corporate planning, policy/procedures, records, and relationships with third party suppliers. Working closely with senior management, you will recommend board policies and practices, execute strategic initiatives, plan, and allocate resources for corporate activities to achieve business plans.

What you’ll need:
• Degree in Business Administration/Commerce
• Professional designation and/or membership in CPHR/IABC
• Several years’ progressive leadership experience in corporate operations
• Exposure to corporate governance, planning, human resources management, communications, and project management and records are required.
• Experience leading a team of direct reports would be considered an asset.

The core competencies include teamwork, change leadership, effective communication, impact and influence, facilitation, negotiation, conflict resolution, problem solving and decision making. Lending to your success is your ability to demonstrate your people leadership skills as a coach and mentor committed to developing the talents of others.
We offer competitive compensation and benefits. The salary range for this position is $93,117-$116,394. For more information on the Corporation, please visit our website www.cudgc.sk.ca.

To Apply:
Please submit your cover letter and resume stating competition number MGR-CS by November 30, 2021 to HR@cudgc.sk.ca. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Credit Union Deposit Guarantee Corporation values and supports workplace diversity. We believe diverse ideas, opinions and perspectives make our organization stronger.

Project Manager

At Conexus, it’s not what we do, it’s how we do it.

Are you ready to make a move and work for a company who puts the financial well-being of its members first? It’s not just something we say at Conexus. It’s a promise delivered by our 900 employees each day. We are passionate about our members’ financial health, and our employees reflect that passion. At Conexus it’s about more than conducting a banking transaction, it’s about creating a personalized experience for each member. We do this by keeping it simple and lending an ear to each member’s individual needs throughout Saskatchewan.

Our employees are authentic, bold, creative, and responsible. They are the reason we consistently deliver outstanding member experiences. They’re more than just individuals who come to work each day, each employee is a vital part of Conexus.

The bigger picture

We’re looking for a proactive and collaborative individual to come on board as a Project Manager. As our newest Project Manager, your role will include the critical task of implementing complex information technology solutions on various projects. In this position, you will ensure the success of assigned projects by providing project management expertise and leadership in all components. This includes support and guidance of sponsors and stakeholders to initiate, plan, execute and close projects within pre-determined parameters of time, budget, and quality expectations while providing intended deliverables.

How you’ll be spending your time

  • Contributing to organizational strategic direction by ensuring the success of projects managed.
  • Supporting project sponsors and stakeholders through all stages of assigned projects.
  • Counselling and guiding project sponsors and stakeholders to learn, adapt and integrate project methodologies in their self-managed projects.
  • Supporting the delivery of world-class member service through ensuring the success of projects that ultimately affect how the organization provides that service.

The way people describe you

You are a strong collaborator that can motivate diverse teams and drive them to maximum performance to achieve their goals. You are a trusted partner who can look at the overall business problem when working through the resolution. A person who enjoys developing and maintaining relationships with others across the organization. Your excellent communication skills allow you to connect with people at all levels. You are a creative problem solver, results-oriented and hold yourself accountable. As our ideal candidate, you have experience with IT projects and love to bring these projects to life.

The experience you bring

  • Minimum of three years of project management experience leading projects with a technology focus or in a technology-specific environment. We require a minimum of three years of experience, but the more the better!
  • Post-secondary education.
  • Information technology acumen.
  • PMP certification is an asset.
  • Change management skills and knowledge.
  • Experience delivering projects following various project management methodologies such as waterfall and agile.
  • Strong facilitation skills.

What you get in return

Our team works tirelessly to ensure the financial success of each of our members. We think such dedication deserves recognition. That’s why we’re proud to offer some of the most competitive job perks of any employer around. Come, join our crew, and find out just how sweet the rewards can be:

  • Competitive compensation and benefits package
  • Industry leading work-life balance and rewards
  • Formal and informal employee development
  • Meaningful work that makes a real difference in our members’ lives

So, what do you think – does this sound like you? Do you think you’re the right fit for Conexus and can rock this role? If you do, and you have the qualifications outlined above, then we encourage you to apply now. If you have questions about this position, please contact Tahnee at tahnee.smerchynski@conexus.ca. But act fast, the opportunity closes on November 28th.

Operations Coordinator, Corporate Operations

Operations Coordinator, Corporate Operations – 20 Month Term

Who are we?

Credit Union Deposit Guarantee Corporation is the deposit guarantor for Saskatchewan credit unions and the primary regulator for Saskatchewan credit unions and SaskCentral, together, Provincially Regulated Financial Institutions (PRFIs). We work closely with these institutions to ensure they employ sound business practices to enhance the strength and stability of the Saskatchewan credit union system.

We are seeking a confident, highly motivated professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced co-operative environment.

How you will spend your time:

As Operations Coordinator – Corporate Operations you will provide administrative support and contribute to the coordination of workflows required by individual teams and vendors to ensure ongoing operations and initiatives are met in a timely, accurate, and efficient manner.

This position is responsible to:

  • provide administrative support including the coordination, development, formatting, editing/proofreading and distribution of reports, board items and materials.
  • provide coordination across multiple departments and with vendors, for the development, preparation and distribution of corporate documents and materials
  • support for human resource functions including recruitment, benefits, payroll and compensation
  • support the records management process; archiving electronic and physical documents and coordinating the storage and destruction of offsite records
  • provide back-up to the Executive Assistant and other Operations Coordinators
  • provide support to Corporate Operations team and VP Corporate Operations as required

What you’ll need:

  • Office Education or Business Administration and/or administrative experience
  • Intermediate to advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
  • exceptional proofreading and editing skills with a high degree of attention to detail
  • ability to set priorities and manage multiple assignments within deadlines
  • excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • ability to understand and execute oral and written instruction
  • ability to create, compose, proof and edit written materials

The core competencies for these positions focus on initiative, analytical thinking, concern for quality, teamwork, communication, and relationship building.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits. The salary range for this position is $42,992 – $53,741. For more information on the Corporation, please visit our website www.cudgc.sk.ca.

To Apply:

Please submit your resume and cover letter stating Competition Number OC-CUDGC by November 23, 2021 to HR@cudgc.sk.ca. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Corporation values and supports workplace diversity. We believe diverse ideas, opinions and perspectives make our organization stronger.

VERILOAN BUSINESS ANALYST

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: This position is responsible for providing dedicated resource, support and strategic insight to specific projects while working with Subject Matter Experts on project teams or independently completing tasks within a project scope.  The person in this role is deep in knowledge regarding a specific areas of expertise and has built a diverse background and skillset. Driven to add value to processes to make them make sense for the Credit Union and our members, this person has a history of success and impact. Interested in both the retail lending and development areas of the Credit Union helps this person maintain a balanced, measured approach to projects and can relate extremely well to the individuals/teams they work with.

 

A VeriLoan Business Analyst does the following:

    • Support Innovation’s project management, change management, and agile disciplines/methodology and provides the processes, structures, and tools for project management.
    • Effectively communicate with team members and other stakeholders.
    • Support the development and execution of projects by working closely with project manager, business owner(s), and team members.
    • Provide organizational insight to the project and effectively contribute to the team to execute strategic initiatives/activities
    • Act as key resource and support for Project Managers in working alongside sponsors and business owners in executing strategic work
    • Understand the linkage in the execution of strategic projects and activities to the achievement of corporate strategy.

     

Why Should You Apply?

  • You want to be an ambassador of a forward-thinking, member focused organization
  • You have a minimum of one year of related post-secondary education or equivalent (business certificate plus additional courses, e.g. lending training)
  • You posses a minimum 3 – 5 years’ experience or equivalent education and experience
  • You are experienced with lending applications and processes
  • You have proven collaboration skills with the ability to build relationships with various stakeholders
  • You are competent in Microsoft Office 365, specifically MS Project, DevOps, SharePoint, Teams
  • You have excellent planning, organizational, and time management skills
  • You have a demonstrated commitment to ongoing learning and development

Visit the CAREERS page or our website to learn more about this position and to apply.  www.innovationcu.ca  Only those applications received through our job board will be considered.

Manager, Advisory Services

af·fin·i·ty (noun):

  1. a natural attraction or feeling of kinship
  2. a close connection marked by community of interests
  3. the name on our doors

We want our employees to feel great coming to work. After all, an exceptional employee experience leads to extraordinary member experiences.  If you have an affinity for working where your achievements are celebrated, then a career with us might be the perfect fit.

Lead a team of advisors as a Manager of Advisory Services at our Advice Centres in Saskatoon. You’ll coach talent that delivers exceptional service & professional advice to our personal, commercial & agricultural members. Fuel your passion for growing relationships at Affinity, where our hearts, business and profits live in Saskatchewan.

What you’ll do:

  • Manage all aspects of the advice centre under a regional staffing model
  • Use metrics, performance indicators and CRM tools to deliver a seamless member experience
  • Collaborate across regions to champion a member-centric culture focusing on sales, service, advice-giving & operational excellence
  • Fulfill reporting requirements and recommend improvements relating to performance, capacity, and risk management

What you’ll get:

  • The support to grow in your career with opportunities to advance
  • A competitive salary plus bonuses for your hard work
  • A total rewards package with health & dental benefits, pension & health spending account
  • Vacation time, personal days off & a paid volunteer day to maintain a healthy life/work balance
  • A referral bonus when you scout great talent & they join our team

What you’ve got:

  • A post-secondary diploma or degree in a related field plus 7 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education & experience
  • Advanced knowledge of advice centre operations & financial products & services
  • Ability to successfully build, empower & focus a team to achieve results

How to throw your hat in the ring:

  • Forward your cover letter and resume to careers@affinitycu.ca or drop them off at any Affinity CU location

Director, Farm & Business Banking

Director, Farm & Business Banking – Any Branch – Cornerstone Credit Union

Join the Cornerstone Crew!

Be Part of Something . . . . .

Do you want to be a part of an organization where you can oversee and direct all aspects of farm and business banking delivery to members? Do you want to be involved in the strategic and operational plans of the organization you work for? At Cornerstone Credit Union you will have that opportunity to collaborate with executive leadership by providing input into credit union corporate objectives, financial budgets and targets, market direction and risk and compliance. At Cornerstone Credit Union we have 23 branches serving 35,000 members in Saskatchewan.

At Cornerstone Credit Union we are looking for a highly motivated Director, Farm & Business Banking who will develop and grow new and existing business with the farm and business sectors and will maintain a high level of visibility and involvement within our farm and business community. As a Director, Farm & Business Banking you will be a champion for our members’ evolving farm and business needs, by developing new markets and service delivery channels by listening to what the members want.

As a Director, Farm & Business Banking you will provide leadership and direction to a team of professionals and build a culture of empowerment and accountability allowing your team to do their very best work.

 

What We Are Looking For . . . . .

  • A subject matter expert in the area of farm and business; providing innovative and creative solutions to ensure our members reach their business and personal dreams.
  • In-depth knowledge with lending and progressive experience in a sales and service industry, 8 to 10 years would be an asset.
  • Experience in coaching, mentoring, developing and motivating a team of professionals.
  • The ability and confidence to anticipate opportunities, turn them into an action plan and then into reality.
  • A self-motivated and driven individual able to take on challenges that are a stretch but not unrealistic.
  • Have a track record of dealing with high complex situations, make functional and operational decisions with a broad impact on the continued operation and future development of Cornerstone Credit Union.

 

What You Will Receive . . . . .

  • Our employees enjoy a competitive compensation and benefit package that includes matched pension contributions and wellness and employment perks that contribute to a healthy work-life balance!
  • On top of earning a bi-weekly paycheque, you will also be eligible to receive additional pay for outstanding individual performance through our incentive pay program!
  • Formal & informal development opportunities offering challenge and growth.
  • The opportunity to be an integral member of a team of professionals in a supportive and collaborative environment motivated to do the best for their team and their members.

 

We Say We Care, and We Mean It . . . . .

Cornerstone Credit Union has been one of Saskatchewan’s Top Employers for 5 consecutive years.  We have 23 branch locations in Saskatchewan serving 35,000 members, employing 280 people and managing assets over $2 billion, In keeping with Cornerstone Credit Union’s distributed leadership model, this position could be located in any of the credit union’s 23 branch locations, considering the organization’s need and the successful candidate’s wishes. Wouldn’t you want to be a part of that!

Check out our website at www.cornerstonecu.com.

For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.

https://cornerstonecu.prevueaps.com/jobs/186608-37571.html

Business Advisor

af·fin·i·ty (noun):

  1. a natural compatibility
  2. the name on our doors

We want our employees to feel great coming to work. After all, an exceptional employee experience leads to an extraordinary experience for our members. If you have an affinity for working in a place where your achievements are celebrated, then a career with us might be the perfect fit.

We’re looking for a go-getter to serve as a Business Advisor at one of our Regina Advice Centres. As a Business Advisor, you’ll focus on providing customized financial advice and expertise to our small and medium-sized business and agriculture members.

What you’ll get

  • The support to grow in your career with ample opportunities to advance
  • A competitive salary plus bonuses for your hard work
  • A total rewards package including health and dental benefits, pension and health spending account
  • Vacation time, personal days off and a paid volunteer day so you can maintain a healthy life/work balance
  • A referral bonus when you scout great talent and they’re hired to join our team

What you’ll do

  • Act as subject matter expert for small and medium enterprises, providing expertise related to their operational, corporate structure and financing needs
  • Provide advice and resources to develop business cases, set up business financials, operating models, business registration, etc. for Business Advisors
  • Focus on member education using technology to deliver a memorable member experience, drive sales and retain business
  • Provide policy and program advice for sales, service and marketing initiatives targeting the Business Advisor segment 

What you’ve got

  • A post-secondary diploma or degree in a related field, plus 3 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Industry leading sales ability in growing a book, achieving targets and building a pipeline using a member centric approach
  • Ability to interpret financial statements and business operating models

How to throw your hat in the ring:

  • Forward your cover letter and resume to careers@affinitycu.ca or drop them off at any Affinity Credit Union location

We can’t wait for you to fully unbank yourself and join the Affinity team!

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