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Senior Commercial Advisor

Senior Commercial Advisor – Emerald Park Branch

Do you want to be a part of an organization where you can empower your members to succeed in life and business? Do you want to work somewhere where you can take the time to listen and understand each person’s story? At Cornerstone Credit Union we are looking for a proactive Senior Commercial Advisor who will identify an opportunity and know how to run with it.

As a Senior Commercial Advisor, you will be a champion for our members’ businesses, you will be committed to delivering flexible business solutions, providing professional business expertise and presenting timely business advice to help our members realize their short- and long-term goals. You will have the opportunity to grow the commercial lending portfolio, by creating your own sales pipeline by building relationships within the communities we serve. No day is ever the same! Whether it’s providing proactive client solutions, stellar service and support, consultation sessions or financial advice, putting our members first is what we are all about.

We are looking for someone who is:

A subject matter expert in the area of commercial business; providing innovative and creative solutions and being there every step of the way for our members to ensure they reach their business and personal dreams.
In-depth knowledge of lending with progressive experience in a sales and service industry of 7 to 10 years backed by post-secondary education in business, finance, accounting or equivalent combination of education and experience. Additional designation in a professional business or accounting designation would be beneficial.
Experience in managing an assigned portfolio consisting of large market enterprise accounts.
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.
A track record of dealing with high complex business developing situations ensuring a healthy balance between opportunity and risk, growth and profitability while guiding our members along in their decision making and being open to what they have to say.
Going above and beyond in providing exceptional member service; members will want to tell their family and friends all about you!

You’ll receive competitive compensation, great benefits, and matched pension contributions. We also offer performance incentives and wellness and employment perks.

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.

Sr. Data Analyst

SaskCentral is owned by Saskatchewan credit unions to serve and represent their collective interests. We add value through the sound investment of credit union funds on deposit. Our employees tell us SaskCentral is a great place to work where you can have a challenging, rewarding career with a competitive salary and excellent benefits.

Our commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility: We celebrate strength in diversity as it contributes to our collective success. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply for roles that interest them. Your individuality is welcome here.

Sr. Data Analyst
SaskCentral is focused on an enterprise-wide journey dedicated to ensuring the success and financial viability of Saskatchewan credit unions. Acting as a utility, we are dedicated to ensuring access to clearing and settlement functions through our own clearing capability as well as that of owned and partner entities.

The Job
Are you a seasoned data management professional with a passion for transforming raw data into strategic business insights? If you are experienced in overseeing the design, build, and optimization of data systems, designing data governance structures, and providing technical leadership, we want you on our team. We are seeking a Sr. Data Analyst to optimize end-user experiences and contribute to corporate decision-making through specialized expertise in data systems and infrastructure.

In this position you will act as a key partner to the business by designing, implementing and operating system solutions to address data related opportunities and challenges. You will lead the day-to-day design, maintenance, and operations of the data warehouse environment. Your experience positions you to propose and apply controls, processes, and procedures to improve the data environment’s security, stability, accuracy, and value. As a technical leader, you will provide guidance and mentorship to internal users in the use of SQL and PowerBI tools to create reports and dashboards.

The Candidate
You have proven expertise in designing, building, and optimizing data systems and experience in establishing and maintaining data governance structures. You are a strong technical leader with mentoring capabilities and a robust skillset in ETL data modeling, mining, and analysis techniques. Proficiency in SQL and Power BI development tools (dashboarding and paginated reports) and C# is a requirement.

You have a bachelor’s degree in computer science, mathematics, or another other business-related field, or a combination of significant experience with relevant professional certification.

If you are ready to bring your skills to a dynamic and collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Interested applicants are invited to submit their resume and cover letter in confidence by the end of day Friday, December 1, 2023 on the SaskCentral Career Page.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Systems Analyst

Systems Analyst I – Yorkton Branch

Closes November 30, 2023

Are you creative and do you love solving problems? Are you driven, sharp, analytical, critical thinking? Are you the go-to person for assistance with technology hardware, software and applications? Do you get excited about new technologies? Are you a ‘team player’? If so, we may have the position for you! We are looking for someone who is always evolving, embracing change and new technologies and has a passion for supporting staff and finding new and more efficient ways of doing things.

As a Systems Analyst I you will be part of a team of professionals that works behind the scenes to help our organization with all of its technology needs. Here is what you will be doing:

Determine requirements, troubleshoot & resolve Tier 1 & Tier 2 support issues related to various hardware (desktop, laptop, tablets, smartphone, printers/copiers) and software (Microsoft & 3rd party) systems to name a few.
Use a member first approach when dealing with staff, asking the right questions to determine requirements, addressing their concerns and providing the right solutions.
Maintain a positive and patient attitude when dealing with support requests.
Support end users helping to increase their digital literacy.
Responsible for configuring, monitoring and maintaining endpoint devices.
Manage tasks effectively that includes planning, testing, deploying and maintaining of various tools (hardware, software, application systems, etc).
Effectively manage time and priorities to meet deadlines and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Procure hardware and software as needed including inventory control.
Document & maintain authorized changes to various systems that includes tickets, inventory, change management, policy, procedure and processes.
Communicate technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Maintain thorough documentation of system configurations, changes, and troubleshooting procedures.
Maintain knowledge base articles that will help to improve staff digital literacy.
Setup, manage and maintain endpoint devices including users.
Develop and maintain a thorough familiarity and working knowledge of information systems.

Post-secondary education in Computing and Information Systems with 3 to 5 years job-related experience or an equivalent combination is the minimum requirement for this position. Knowledge of Microsoft systems including Azure, Intune, Endpoint Administrator and Microsoft applications and basic understanding of PowerShell would be an advantage for this role. Related certifications in these areas would be an asset. We are looking for a team member who has commitment to ongoing professional development and certifications.

You’ll receive competitive compensation, great benefits, and matched pension contributions. We also offer performance incentives and wellness and employment perks. This is an in-scope position based out of the Yorkton Branch of Cornerstone Credit Union and union membership is required.

Choose a rewarding career at Cornerstone Credit Union.

Financial Analyst

Do you have experience in financial analysis? Do you embrace change and thrive in an ever-evolving work environment? Do you have exceptional communication skills with a proven track record of accuracy and attention to detail? Do you know what it takes to succeed in the competitive financial services market?

If so, we’d like to hear from you!

We’re seeking a Financial Analyst to join our team. Reporting directly to the Senior Manager: Treasury & Risk Analytics, the Financial Analyst fulfills a senior support role in the Finance Department, with shared responsibility for various Finance, Treasury and Accounting functions. This role provides information to support Kootenay Savings Credit Union’s Asset and Liability management strategies and policies, and verifies data integrity for numerous reports. In addition, the incumbent is responsible for preparing various financial and profitability reports, including completing various projects requiring interpretive analyses.

The ideal incumbent will possess:

A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business administration
A minimum of three years’ experience of progressive, relevant financial analysis, reporting experience in a related environment
Completion of a professional accounting program (CPA, CA, CMA, CGA, CFA, or CTP)
Experience with Asset Liability Management
Strong analytical skills with the ability to extrapolate pertinent information from reports and spreadsheets to provide sound business recommendations
Strong understanding of computer technology, including advanced Excel spreadsheet skills and hands-on experience using standard accounting package and reporting software
Demonstrated accuracy and attention to detail
Ability to communicate well with others, both verbally and in writing
Ability to work effectively as part of a team by demonstrating a high regard and respect for colleagues and a willingness to support the efforts of others
Ability to organize work and meet deadlines in an environment of constantly changing priorities

Or equivalent education and/or experience.

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 $68K – $80K based on skills and experience
Competitive benefits including extended health, dental and vision coverage
Health care and personal spending accounts
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 and 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

KOOTENAY SAVINGS CREDIT UNION

We’re the region’s leading credit union with over $1 billion in assets, over 35,000 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.

For more information about the Kootenay regions, please visit imaginekootenay.com.

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

Closing date: November 19, 2023

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

Manager, Commercial Real Estate Lending

Atlantic Central is currently accepting applications for a Manager, Commercial Real Estate Lending.

Who WE Are:
League Savings and Atlantic Central are active commercial real estate lenders in Atlantic Canada. We deliver quality results and offer a collaborative and community focused work environment in which to do it. Our employees’ wellbeing is a top priority, and we underscore that with flexible working arrangements, personal days, and even birthdays off, to enable employees’ to strike a balance that works for them. We strive to create an environment where all team members have opportunities for growth and feel welcome, valued, supported and connected.
If your values align with ours, consider joining our team as Manager, Commercial Real Estate Lending.

A TYPICAL WEEK:

This is a leadership role within the commercial real estate financing team. As the Manager, Commercial Real Estate Lending, you will lead a dynamic group of Commercial Analysts, responsible for contributing to the management & growth of our commercial mortgage / construction loan portfolios, providing support, advice and guidance to clients and referral sources while playing a key role in the development of Commercial Lending staff.

KEY REQUIREMENTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Origination – A key requirement will be experience in originating commercial real estate and construction loans. Ideally the jobholder will have an established referral network in Atlantic Canada but should be able to demonstrate experience in developing and maintaining one.

CMHC experience – our team are active in the origination and servicing of CMHC insured multi residential housing loans, including the acquisition of loan portfolios for securitization. The job holder will be expected to have, or quickly develop, a full understanding of CMHC criteria pertaining to the insurance of multi residential real estate financing.

Leadership – We are committed to developing members of our team. As an experienced people leader, you will help to guide and develop members of our team to improve their capabilities and help them achieve.

Portfolio Management – In conjunction with the Director, Commercial & Lending Services, the job holder will manage the commercial real estate loan portfolio which will include ensuring loans are an acceptable risk and within guidelines and policy, completing annual reviews, managing and delinquency and recovery activities.

Credit Adjudication – The role will require the ability to adjudicate on commercial real estate loan and construction loan applications. Credit experience is therefore considered an asset.

TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

As an experienced commercial real estate lender, the Manager, Commercial Real Estate Lending will have successfully completed a Bachelor’s Degree with an emphasis in Finance or a related discipline plus have ten (10) years Commercial real estate lending/underwriting experience; or equivalent combination of training & experience. An accomplished business developer with an existing referral network, and/or with the ability and skills required to build one. Previous experience in leading a team.

COMPENSATION:

This is a permanent full time position and is rated a Salary Level CU-10 ($108,909 – $128,128). Atlantic Central offers a competitive benefits package as well as the opportunity to participate in the Performance Sharing Incentive Plan.

LOCATION:

The position offers the flexibility of working from home but is required to be located close In NB or NS to align with our business development focus.

TRAVEL, EVENING AND WEEKEND WORK:

This position requires occasional travel.

TO APPLY:

If this sounds like a fit for you, and your experience aligns with the requirements of the role , submit your application by email- swilson@aclsm.ca

About Atlantic Central

Atlantic Central is the regional trade association for more than 40 independent member credit unions across Atlantic Canada. We provide a range of financial services, leadership, and advocacy to support credit unions and the communities we serve to grow well. Our credit unions proudly serve nearly 293,000 members and play a significant role in the Atlantic Canadian economy.

We are proud to be a Certified B Corporation^TM joining a global movement of people using business as a force for good. We are committed to making business decisions that are in the best interests of our employees, credit unions and their members.

Director, Payments

Director, Payments

SaskCentral is focused on an enterprise-wide journey dedicated to ensuring the success and financial viability of Saskatchewan credit unions. Acting as a utility, we are dedicated to ensuring access to clearing and settlement functions through our own clearing capability as well as that of owned and partner entities.

The Job

The Director of Payments is responsible for overseeing and optimizing all payment operations at SaskCentral. You work collaboratively with a talented team and various stakeholders to develop and implement strategies that enhance efficiency and effectiveness for our member credit unions.

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), this role works closely with both internal and external cross-functional teams, representing SaskCentral with partner organizations to lead payment strategies in alignment with the organization’s major initiatives.

You will develop and execute a payments strategy aligned with SaskCentral’s purpose, vision, and strategy that addresses the risks and opportunities through payments modernization. You will develop and lead change management initiatives, fostering a culture of customer-centricity across the organization.

The Candidate

We want to hear from you if you are regarded in the industry as subject matter expert with deep professional knowledge on Payments products, payments modernization in Canada. The successful candidate will have exceptional interpersonal skills and 10 years of experience with demonstrated success at leading, planning and managing business and operational performance. You will be adept at thinking long term, identifying risks and opportunities for both the immediate and longer-term horizons.

Interested applicants are invited to submit their resume in confidence by the end of day Friday, November 24, 2023 on the SaskCentral Career Page.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Accounting Administrator

Turtleford Credit Union is currently seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accounting Administrator to join our team. This position reports to the General Manager. The primary focus involves looking after day-to-day and month end reconciliations, payments, remittances, maintaining the credit union ledger of accounts and supporting accounting reporting activities.

As the successful candidate you will be involved with processing moderately complex and varied accounting administrative functions. The information within this position is often of a confidential and sensitive nature and requires specialized knowledge of the department and credit union operations. Established practices and procedures guide decision making however knowledge and experience within the area may be applied to resolve moderately complex and varied situations. The successful candidate will work closely with all departments within the credit union and has a passion for building relationships and creating an environment where teamwork and cooperation is a top priority. This position requires three years of job-related experience or an equivalent combination of accounting administration education and experience.

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREA(S)

The following is intended to illustrate the type and level of work typically performed in this role and is not intended to be a comprehensive description of the duties.

Prepares and posts journal entries to general ledger; processes invoices and cheque requisitions for payment.
Reconciles general ledger accounts and assists General Manager in month end and year end accounting procedures and other accounting activities.
Runs standardized financial reports for management reporting; follows up on management enquires related to transactions and general ledger activities.
Prepares a variety of reports; coordinates the gathering of information required to support internal and external reporting requirements, such as Board reports and regulatory reporting.
Maintains a variety of records and processes a variety of branch/centralized administration tasks.
Performs a variety of routine and varied administrative functions in support of department operations and record keeping.

REQUIREMENTS

To qualify for this position, the successful candidate must have a minimum of three years of job-related experience. Credit Union experience is an asset.

CORE SKILLS AND BEHAVIOURS

This position is a key position within the Credit Union. Some of the skills required to succeed include a strong understanding of basic accounting principles, proficiency in Microsoft Office (particularly Excel), excellent attention to detail and accuracy, strong organizational and time management skills and strong communication and interpersonal skills. This position is required to interact with all areas of the credit union and to keep up with the ongoing changes within the credit union therefore teamwork, cooperation, adaptability to change and continued learning and development is a top priority.

Turtleford Credit Union offers competitive wages and a full range of employee benefits. If you are interested in this role, we invite you to submit your resume and cover letter in confidence to Ian Heggstrom at Ian.Heggstrom@turtlefordcu.ca. Deadline to apply for this position is November 21, 2023.

We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Cloud Engineer

Cloud Engineer – Cornerstone Credit Union

Are you inquisitive, creative and do you love developing innovative solutions? Are you driven, sharp, and an adaptable communicator who is always evolving and embracing of change? Do you get excited about new technologies? If so, we may have the position for you! We are looking for a dynamic team member to join a group of solutions-focused IT professionals who have a passion for supporting our staff and have a commitment to providing exceptional member service using new technologies and finding new and more efficient ways of doing things.

As a Cloud Engineer you will be part of a team of professionals that works behind the scenes to help our organization with all of its technology needs. We embrace a culture of continuous learning and are adapting of new technological advances. Here is what you will be doing:

Identify opportunities to build out or streamline systems, eliminating redundant solutions and maximizing investments in existing solutions by utilizing your deep subject matter expertise to design, deploy and migrate systems for LaaS, PaaS and SaaS environments
Evaluate new technologies for fit in our current infrastructure architecture while ensuring the protection, integrity and security of the credit union’s electronic data
Propose and present recommendations for cloud-based solutions
Build and manage an IT cloud infrastructure capacity plan
Design, transform and administer all cloud-based solutions including but not limited to Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, Domo etc.
Develop, document and communicate and enforce a cloud technology framework and standards policy
Work with the team and other stakeholders to manage the design, implementation, development, documentation and maintenance of the credit union’s local and software-defined wide area network and technology
Work collaboratively with the team to design and oversee access for local and software-defined networks including configuration and monitoring of virus protection and secure remote access; ensure all software is properly licensed and documented for maintenance and insurance purposes
Maintain legacy servers, services, networking, backup and end-point protection systems
Contribute to the maintenance of the information technology cybersecurity, disaster recovery and business continuity plans
Provide Tier 3 support effectively serving our internal members

Post-secondary education in Computer Science, Computer Engineering and Information Systems with a minimum of 5+ years of experience with Microsoft & other cloud technologies, or an equivalent combination of education or experience is the minimum requirement for this position. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Azure ecosystem is required with Microsoft Azure admin certification an asset and if not currently certified, will be a requirement to obtain within first two years of employment. Experience with core LAN/WAN/SDWAN network technologies and experience with Enterprise Architecture and Process Automation and Agile/Scrum certification would be an advantage in this role. We are looking for a highly self-motivated and directed team member with a commitment to ongoing professional development and certifications.

You’ll receive competitive compensation, great benefits, and matched pension contributions. We also offer performance incentives and wellness and employment perks. This position could be located in any of Cornerstone Credit Union’s locations, considering the organization’s need and the successful candidate’s wishes. For the right candidate, the opportunity exists for remote work (within Saskatchewan only). Union membership may be necessary depending upon location of work.

Choose a rewarding career at Cornerstone Credit Union.

Loans Officer

Are you looking to work for a great organization? Turtleford Credit Union is currently looking to hire a Loans Officer position. This position reports to the Lending Manager and is responsible for oversight of their own lending portfolio with a primary focus on consumer mortgages, loans and credit products and within assigned lending limits. As needed, this position would also assist the lending team with non-consumer credit.

As the successful candidate you will provide an exceptional member experience and expert advice for both new and existing members, you have a desire to learn and have an in depth understanding of lending practices and procedures. The ideal candidate has a passion for building long term relationships with our members, provides financial advice and recommendations on our products and services to help our members meet their financial goals. This position requires three years of job-related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION

Reporting to the Lending Manager, this position supports the credit union’s business strategy by providing consumer and mortgage lending services to existing and potential members. At times, this position may be responsible for less complex agriculture lending under the guidance of a more experienced lender. The position administers and delivers on an assigned loans portfolio; recognizes member needs and promotes and cross-sells credit union lending and deposit services. Performs loan activities in compliance with applicable regulations, policies and procedures.

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREA(S)

Grants consumer mortgages, loans, and credit products within approved lending limits; receives and analyzes financial and personal net worth statements, calculates debt servicing capacity and evaluates collateral security; negotiates terms and conditions of loan; presents recommendations to more senior lending staff on applications beyond assigned approval authority.
Provides individualized credit advice (e.g. debt consolidations) and information to members on loan and deposit services and products offered through the credit union.
Conducts credit research, security inspections and searches as required; prepares releases of security on paid out loans.
Interprets loan reports and identifies further action required to address problem areas such as pending delinquency; monitors delinquent accounts, works with member to develop remedial plans to mitigate risk of default, and initiates action to collect on delinquent loans as necessary.
Identifies member needs and actively promotes/cross-sells lending and deposit products and services to meet member needs and to gain a greater share of wallet.

REQUIREMENTS

This position requires three years of job-related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

CORE SKILLS AND BEHAVIOURS

This position is a key position within the Lending team. Some of the skills required to succeed in this position include proven business development, sales and communications skills, progressive skills in managing a diverse loan portfolio in consumer and mortgage lending, advising on a variety of products and services to meet our members financial needs, the ability to engage in marketing and proactive outreach to our members, teamwork, cooperation and continued learning and development.

Turtleford Credit Union offers competitive wages and a full range of employee benefits. If you are interested in this role, we invite you to submit your resume and cover letter in confidence to Julie Brendle at Julie.Brendle@turtlefordcu.ca. Deadline to apply for this position is November 13.

We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Loans Officer

Bruno Savings and Credit Union Limited is seeking a lender to work out of our Bruno location. We are a $130M credit union servicing two locations and surrounding areas.
Our credit union credit portfolio is growing and this is a great opportunity for somebody that has 2-3 years of lending experience to become part of our growth story. The position will report directly to the General Manager.

The ideal candidate will be working directly with the lending team to service our existing membership base and to grow our lending portfolio.

At Bruno Credit Union; we pride ourselves on our dedication to meeting our member’s needs and our financial and volunteer support we provide in our communities.

The experience you bring:
– 2+ years of lending experience
– Understanding of financial statements and assessing risks
– Relationship Management skills
– Self-motivated individual that understands that the measurement of success is measured by the support we provide to our membership.

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package.

Send submit resume via email to:
General Manager, Marcel Gauthier
Email: marcel.gauthier@brunocu.com