Occupation Types: Business Analyst

Senior Credit Risk Reporting Analyst

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 Senior Credit Risk Reporting Analyst to join our Credit Risk team. The ideal candidate will play a key role in enhancing strategies and managing Affinity’s overall credit risk within our loan portfolio.

What you’ll do:

  • Develop accurate and timely reporting for credit risk and evaluate alternative data methods and new solutions to optimize credit strategy.
  • Provide research, risk analysis, and recommendations for procedure enhancements.
  • Enhance tools and methodologies to measure, monitor, and report risk.
  • Identify and implement specific measures to detect, investigate, mitigate and report on a variety of risk scenarios which may lead to credit risk losses.
  • Validate and maintain risk rating and underwriting models.

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’ve got:

  • A post-secondary diploma or degree in a related field, plus 5 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Advanced knowledge in credit risk in consumer, agricultural, commercial and credit card
  • In-depth knowledge of risk oversight, research and environmental trend scanning, and risk models
  • Advanced EXCEL and Power BI Proficiency
  • Experience leading research to create and implement innovative processes
  • Working knowledge of risk models including Probability of Default and Loss Given Default

Loan Origination System Business & Quality Analyst

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

Closes June 24

Annual Salary: $54,793 – $75,340

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

We come to work to simplify banking for all Canadians – that’s our purpose.

How does this position help fulfill Innovation’s purpose?  Glad you asked!

Reporting to the VP Member Platform Development, the Loan Origination System Business & Quality Analyst is responsible for business analysis, quality assurance, and support of Innovation’s Loan Origination System (VeriLoan) built on Microsoft Dynamics 365.

WIIFY (what’s in it for you):

  • Competitive Salary
  • Diverse and Inclusive Culture that continues to evolve
  • Flexible work arrangement options
  • Strong benefit package
  • 7% Superannuation matched contribution program
  • Attractive variable incentive program
  • Wellness Days to create appropriate work/life balance
  • Paid Education opportunities to ensure our members have the most equipped staff to help them
  • A purpose-driven organization that focuses on the values of Accountability, Integrity and Respect
  • And lots more reasons to love where you work and what you do!

What our team is looking for:

  • A growth mindset that emulates Model, Coach and Care behaviours in every activity and approach
  • A solution mindset that feeds inertia
  • An ambassador willing to promote our team inside and outside the organization.
  • Somebody who is digitally capable and wants to dig into new technology with enthusiasm!
  • Somebody who can work with occasional ambiguity with a focus on process evolution.
  • A mindset of Solve, Serve, Sell – a problem solver, serving our members directly or indirectly, and selling our brand!
  • Somebody to sweat the small stuff, but also see the big picture.
  • Personality and Energy – a flair for polish, and you bring your personal, creative touch to everything you do!

What will you do?

  • Gather and analyze business requirements.
  • Work with the vendor to match business processes to vendor workflows.
  • Develop and update functional documentation and training materials.
  • Design test plans and scripts; perform manual and automated software application tests.
  • Confirm feature functionality, detect bugs, and report issues to developers; assist in troubleshooting and problem-solving.
  • Aggregate feedback and feature requests from end-users and contribute to building the platform’s roadmap.

Some things that would impress us:

  • Completion of a Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree is an asset) in computer science or a related field.
  • 5+ years’ experience in business analysis and software quality assurance; experience in loan origination system project implementation is highly valued.
  • Banking sector experience beneficial.
  • Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Knowledge of project management and QA methodologies.
  • Proficiency with Waterfall and Agile frameworks.

 

Interested?

Click the ‘Apply now’ button!

Innovation Federal Credit Union acknowledges that Indigenous peoples are the traditional guardians of this land that we call Canada.  In Saskatchewan we are on treaty lands and these treaties serve to govern our relationships with Indigenous people.  We are dedicated to ensuring that the spirit of Reconciliation and treaties are honoured and respected.

Risk Officer

About Us

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

About The Role

This is an opportunity to support senior management with all aspects of risk management, risk governance and strategic risk initiatives at FNBC. You will assist the CRO with the development and maintenance of risk management frameworks, policies and strategies ensuring they are aligned with the Bank’s risk appetite. You will analyze, monitor and report on business unit risks; and liaise and maintain relationships.

About You:

• University degree in Risk Management, Business, Finance, Internal Audit or a related discipline which complements risk management and business
• 3-5 years’ or job-related experience or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and learning, preferably in a federally regulated financial institution
• Remain current and maintain a strong understanding of risk management best practices and industry standards
• Be accountable for compliance with applicable legislation and regulatory requirements
• Knowledge of risk management tools (i.e., Resolver)
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (i.e., Power Point, Excel, Word)
• Analytical skills, planning and organizational skills, interpersonal skills

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

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

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

Software Quality Assurance Specialist

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

Apply by October 9

Annual Salary: $53,248 – $73,216

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

We come to work to simplify banking for all Canadians – that’s our purpose.

How does this position help fulfill Innovation’s purpose?  Glad you asked!

Reporting to the VP Member Platform Development, the Software Quality Assurance Specialist is responsible for testing the functionality and usability of new or existing software and assessing software quality through manual testing. This position will work closely with developers, providing feedback to produce top-quality programs that meet stakeholder expectations.

WIIFY (what’s in it for you):

  • Competitive Salary
  • Diverse and Inclusive Culture that continues to evolve
  • Flexible work arrangement options
  • Strong benefit package
  • 7% Superannuation matched contribution program
  • Attractive variable incentive program
  • Wellness Days to create appropriate work/life balance
  • Paid Education opportunities to ensure our members have the most equipped staff to help them
  • A purpose-driven organization that focuses on the values of Accountability, Integrity and Respect
  • And lots more reasons to love where you work and what you do!

What our team is looking for:

  • A growth mindset that emulates Model, Coach and Care behaviours in every activity and approach
  • A solution mindset that feeds inertia
  • An ambassador willing to promote our team inside and outside the organization.
  • Somebody who is digitally capable and wants to dig into new technology with enthusiasm!
  • Somebody who can work with occasional ambiguity with a focus on process evolution.
  • A mindset of Solve, Serve, Sell – a problem solver, serving our members directly or indirectly, and selling our brand!
  • Somebody to sweat the small stuff, but also see the big picture.
  • Personality and Energy – a flair for polish, and you bring your personal, creative touch to everything you do!

What will you do?

  • Review, analyze and understand the system specifications.
  • Design and create test plans, scenarios, scripts and procedures.
  • Execute manual and/or automated tests on the software application.
  • Perform testing on web and mobile devices.
  • Analyze test results, identify bugs and glitches, and report them to development teams.
  • Ensure offerings are entirely functional and provide quality assurance for software products.
  • Work with cross-functional teams to ensure quality throughout the software development lifecycle.
  • Advise best practices and optimizations throughout testing and bug-fixing processes.
  • Establish and implement rigorous reporting and automated monitoring systems.
  • Implement feedback and changes whenever possible.

Some things that would impress us:

  • Completion of a post-secondary program in Computer Science or a related field
  • Minimum 6 years’ experience in quality assurance, software testing and troubleshooting; previous experience in financial services would be considered an asset
  • Previous experience in core banking system, online and mobile banking applications is an asset
  • Experience or working knowledge of project management and QA methodology
  • Familiarity with both Waterfall and Agile frameworks
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills working with software development teams

Interested?

Click the ‘Apply now’ button!

Innovation Federal Credit Union acknowledges that Indigenous peoples are the traditional guardians of this land that we call Canada.  In Saskatchewan we are on treaty lands and these treaties serve to govern our relationships with Indigenous people.  We are dedicated to ensuring that the spirit of Reconciliation and treaties are honoured and respected.

Business Intelligence Analyst

Business Intelligence Analyst – Cornerstone Credit Union – 2 Year Term

Are you a data guru? Do you thrive on analyzing and interpreting the facts? If so, we may have the position for you! We are seeking a highly motivated, independent self-starter to join our Technology and Security team. As a Business Intelligence Analyst, you will be part of a team that analyzes corporate data to identify trends and insights so that we can grow our business and better serve our members/customers!

As a Business Intelligence Analyst, you will be responsible for research, analysis, design and development of advanced business intelligence and data analytics for Cornerstone Credit Union. You will contribute to the financial success of the Cornerstone Credit Union by identifying and recommending strategic and tactical insights gathered as result of the analysis.

You should possess a solid expertise in data analysis and the development of business intelligence, coupled with a keen comprehension of how business needs align with technical and data prerequisites. Proficiency in utilizing platforms and technologies like Domo, Azure Synapse Analytics, MS Power BI, and Transact SQL is essential. Practical application of these tools in the realms of Marketing and/or Finance is expected. Familiarity with handling data from credit unions or similiar financial institutions would be advantageous.

Post-secondary education in Commerce, Business, Information Systems, Mathematics or Statistics with 4 to 6 years job-related experience or an equivalent combination is the minimum requirement for this position. Related certifications in these areas would be an asset. Additionally, we are looking for a team member who has exceptional stakeholder communication and interpersonal skills, advanced research skills, with a highly analytical mindset and who excels in critical thinking. If you think learning ends on day one, think again. We are looking for a team member who has commitment to ongoing professional development and certifications.

You’ll receive competitive compensation and great benefits while working in this role. We also offer performance incentives and wellness and employment perks. Location of work will be established based upon proximity to one of Cornerstone Credit Union’s branch locations. For the right candidate, the opportunity exists for remote work. This is a term, full-time position with an expected duration of 2 years. (Deemed end date of December 31, 2025).

The cherry on top is the great people who work at Cornerstone. Our team is caring and supportive, and community is at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to be one of Saskatchewan’s Top Employers for the seventh straight year.

Choose a rewarding career at Cornerstone Credit Union.

Information Governance Specialist

Open to any location in Canada
Innovation Credit Union – Find Branch(innovationcu.ca) or ability to work from your home office

Apply By August 20

Annual Salary: $71,635 – $98,498

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

We come to work to simplify banking for all Canadians – that’s our purpose.

How does this position help fulfill Innovation’s purpose?  Glad you asked!

The Information Governance Specialist is responsible to support the operation of the Information Governance function including:

  • Data Definitions and Rules Management
    • Understands the business and its data needs.
    • Ensures data definitions and rules accurately reflect the business needs.
  • Data Controls and Metrics Management
    • Supports system and process data controls that are in place.
    • Monitors data health metrics and alerts the Information Governance Lead when these controls are not being effective or are missing.
  • Support the regulatory reporting system (OSFI, Bank of Canada, CDIC)
  • DTGC support and reporting assistance to the Information Governance Lead.

The core objectives of this role are:

  • To support the functional Subject Matter Experts data stewardship responsibilities.
  • To support the improvement of data management efficiency.
  • To support the process for addressing data issues.
  • To maintain documentation of business data requirements including business definitions, rules, and quality thresholds.
  • To support the maintenance and development of the regulatory reporting system.

WIIFY (what’s in it for you):

  • Competitive Salary
  • Diverse and Inclusive Culture that continues to evolve
  • Flexible work arrangement options
  • Strong benefit package
  • 7% Superannuation matched contribution program
  • Attractive variable incentive program
  • Wellness Days to create appropriate work/life balance
  • Paid Education opportunities to ensure our members have the most equipped staff to help them
  • A purpose-driven organization that focuses on the values of Accountability, Integrity and Respect
  • And lots more reasons to love where you work and what you do!

What our team is looking for:

  • A growth mindset that emulates Model, Coach and Care behaviours in every activity and approach
  • A solution mindset that feeds inertia
  • An ambassador willing to promote our team inside and outside the organization.
  • Somebody who is digitally capable and wants to dig into new technology with enthusiasm!
  • Somebody who can work with occasional ambiguity with a focus on process evolution.
  • A mindset of Solve, Serve, Sell – a problem solver, serving our members directly or indirectly, and selling our brand!
  • Somebody to sweat the small stuff, but also see the big picture.
  • Personality and Energy – a flair for polish, and you bring your personal, creative touch to everything you do!

What will you do?

  • Support the management of the regulatory reporting system including the Bank of Canada and OSFI Portals.
  • Administer Microsoft Purview including the curation of data assets, glossary, asset classification, and user management.
  • Maintain IG Yammer Site with announcements, educational posts, and training.
  • Support the development of Information Governance training, policies, procedures, and user guides.
  • Monitor OSFI, CDIC sites for new updates to reports.
  • Support the analysis of the complexity of OSFI changes in collaboration with BI and SMEs.
  • Gather and analyze requirements for any additions to the enterprise data model.
  • Serve as backup Scrum Master for the IG agile team.

Some things that would impress us:

  • Agile training or certification is an asset.
  • Experience with regulatory reporting in a federal FI environment.
  • Experience with DevOps and working experience with business glossary and data profiling technologies.
  • An understanding of data modeling concepts.
  • Strong analytic skills.
  • Ability to define opportunities and problems, collect and analyze data, establish facts and make valid conclusions.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Innovative, critical thinker capable of operating both in a strategic capacity (big-picture perspective, asks “why”) and a hands-on/execution capacity (detail-oriented).
  • Strong sense of ownership, initiative, and urgency in addressing issues and following up.
  • Intermediate-level knowledge of data governance and data management practices.
  • Experience working with Microsoft Dynamics CRM and SharePoint is an asset.
  • Ability to influence and collaborate with teams of senior technical professionals.
  • Proven skills to work effectively across internal functional areas in ambiguous situations.

Interested?

Click the ‘Apply now’ button!

Innovation Federal Credit Union acknowledges that Indigenous peoples are the traditional guardians of this land that we call Canada.  In Saskatchewan we are on treaty lands and these treaties serve to govern our relationships with Indigenous people.  We are dedicated to ensuring that the spirit of Reconciliation and treaties are honoured and respected.

Director, Finance

af·fin·i·ty (noun):

  1. the name on our doors
  2. a quality that makes things suited to each other

We want our employees to feel great coming to work. That’s why we give our talent the tools to excel. After all, an exceptional employee experience leads to extraordinary experiences for our members. If you have an affinity for working in a vibrant environment where your achievements are celebrated, then a career with us sounds like the perfect fit.

We’re looking for a Director, Finance to join our progressive Accounting & Finance team. The ideal candidate will direct and guide the organization’s treasury management functions in the areas of liquidity, market risk, and capital.

 What you’ll do

  • Lead the credit union’s treasury functions related to the management of liquidity, capital, and interest rate risk
  • Lead the team to act as the first line of defense related to Treasury Risk Management, including directing the development and maintenance of various financial models and stress testing methodologies related to Treasury Risk Management
  • Provide leadership and responsibility for establishing interest rates (pricing) for all deposit and lending products in support of overall profitability and growth targets
  • Chair the Asset Liability Committee to lead the development of forward-looking balance sheet management strategies and implement action plans to align with the Board’s approved risk appetite and policies
  • Oversee the statutory liquidity and excess liquidity investment portfolios to maximize investment returns within the risk parameters established by policy and regulatory requirements
  • Establish appropriate pricing for the credit union’s loan and deposit products to support asset-liability management strategies and financial performance targets

 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’ve got

  • A post-secondary diploma or degree in a related field, plus 10 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Advanced expertise in financial risk management practices related to the financial services industry

How to throw your hat in the ring:

Review all of our current job opportunities at www.affinitycu.ca/careers/opportunities and submit your application there using our new Application Portal!

Application & Implementation Specialist

About Us

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

About The Role

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

About You

You are technically savvy and can quickly learn and master new application software. You are an analytical thinker with a strong understanding of business needs and objectives, who has the ability to utilize systems to meet business goals. An effective communicator who can work across departments, and with individuals who have competing priorities. Curious, quick learner who can research and provide support for software and system issues.

You must have:

  • A Bachelor’s in Computer Science, Information Technology or related field
  • Two (2) years of experience in financial services industry and four (4) years of experience in IT
  • Demonstrated experience implementing business applications
  • You possess strong interpersonal and communication skills and are able to build professional business relationships in and outside the Bank
  • You possess a strong commitment to customer satisfaction and teamwork
  • Acceptable criminal record and credit checks

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

We offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including group benefits, savings plan, professional development, and opportunities for career growth. If you are interested in this opportunity, meet the qualifications, and are eligible to work in Canada, please visit our website at www.fnbc.ca or send your resume and cover letter by email to apply@fnbc.ca. The posting will remain open until May 5, 2023.

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

Enterprise Business Analyst

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?

CLICK the Apply Today button 🙂

 

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