<p><strong><u>This job posting is for a current vacancy with our client</u></strong></p><p><br></p><p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Business Systems Analyst to join our client's growing team in Toronto, Ontario. This position focuses on supporting Capital Markets initiatives by bridging the gap between business needs and technology solutions. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional analytical skills and a strong ability to collaborate within Agile environments. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Actively participate in Agile ceremonies, such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, backlog grooming, and retrospectives, to ensure alignment with project goals.</p><p>• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather, analyze, and refine business, financial, and operational requirements.</p><p>• Translate requirements into detailed user stories and acceptance criteria to guide development and testing processes.</p><p>• Perform data analysis to identify system inefficiencies and create reports or dashboards that enhance decision-making.</p><p>• Evaluate current business processes and systems to identify gaps and propose effective solutions specifically for Trade and Order Management Systems.</p><p>• Act as a liaison between business units and technical teams to ensure mutual understanding of priorities and timelines.</p><p>• Promote an Agile mindset by identifying opportunities for team improvement and enhancing product delivery.</p><p>• Design system specifications, including use cases, performance testing, and functional requirements.</p><p>• Support the implementation of technology solutions by overseeing their design and development.</p>
We are looking for a Senior Analyst in Pricing Analytics to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Toronto, Ontario. In this role, you will leverage your analytical skills to design, implement, and evaluate pricing strategies that align with organizational goals. You will play a pivotal role in optimizing sales and margin rates while collaborating with internal departments and regional teams to drive pricing initiatives forward.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Evaluate and recommend pricing adjustments to ensure products and store zones align with the organization's pricing strategy.<br>• Monitor sales performance and margin metrics to identify opportunities for improvement and maximize profitability.<br>• Analyze competitive pricing indices to confirm alignment with strategic goals and recommend retail price changes as needed.<br>• Coordinate pricing zone assignments for new stores and collaborate with relevant teams to ensure smooth implementation.<br>• Develop weekly flyer pricing strategies and corporate brand shielding initiatives to boost sales and enhance margin performance.<br>• Investigate store and customer pricing inquiries, providing timely resolutions and adjustments where necessary.<br>• Create comprehensive category retail reviews, analyzing product relationships and market trends to support strategic pricing decisions.<br>• Collaborate with stakeholders such as category managers, regional directors, and district managers to address pricing issues and drive initiatives.<br>• Prepare and deliver store-level communication materials to guide pricing practices and address operational needs.<br>• Conduct periodic store audits, recommending and executing price changes based on competitive retail observations.
<p>We are looking for a skilled Finance Business Analyst to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Toronto. This role focuses on investment accounting within the life insurance industry and requires expertise in major accounting platforms, financial reporting, and project methodologies. If you are passionate about delivering accurate financial insights and collaborating effectively with stakeholders, we encourage you to apply.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Analyze investment accounting data using platforms such as SimCorp, State Street, Clearwater, Blackrock, or SS&C.</p><p>• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure accurate financial reporting, including Risk Capital calculations and IFRS 17 compliance.</p><p>• Apply knowledge of accounting practices, such as Held at Fair Value, Unrealized Gains and Losses, and Held to Maturity classifications.</p><p>• Review derivative and FX accounting processes to ensure proper financial documentation.</p><p>• Provide insights into partnership accounting practices and income recognition conventions.</p><p>• Differentiate between trade date and settlement date accounting methods to ensure compliance.</p><p>• Utilize tools like Atlassian Jira and Microsoft Excel to document business requirements and manage project workflows.</p><p>• Conduct gap analysis and AB testing to identify opportunities for process improvement.</p><p>• Develop and maintain comprehensive Business Requirement Documents and other project documentation.</p><p>• Facilitate Agile and Waterfall project methodologies to support successful project delivery.</p>
<p>Are you an experienced financial professional looking to make a high-impact contribution in a leading, global manufacturing environment? Our client is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst who will play a vital role in financial planning and analysis, partnering with business leaders to support strategic decision-making.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead financial analysis, forecasting, budgeting, and reporting processes to drive business results.</li><li>Conduct variance analysis, identify trends, and provide actionable insights to management.</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, sales, and supply chain to support business objectives.</li><li>Develop and maintain complex financial models to evaluate projects, initiatives, and investments.</li><li>Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and presentations for senior leadership.</li><li>Ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies.</li><li>Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency within financial processes.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Systems & Network Administrator to join our team in Toronto, Ontario. In this role, you will oversee the design, maintenance, and optimization of IT systems and networks to ensure high performance and reliability. This position requires someone with strong attention to detail, technical expertise, and the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Design, implement, and manage scalable network services, ensuring high availability and optimal performance.<br>• Configure and maintain VMware vSphere/vCenter environments, including networking and high-availability systems.<br>• Monitor and support Windows services and roles such as DNS, DHCP, and Active Directory.<br>• Develop and maintain system administration and operational documentation following best practices.<br>• Configure and troubleshoot Cisco Catalyst switches and Meraki Wi-Fi mesh networks.<br>• Manage Azure Active Directory and assist with cloud service migrations from on-premises systems.<br>• Provide technical support for Office 365 and SharePoint platforms.<br>• Identify and resolve network protocol and design issues to enhance system functionality.<br>• Collaborate with teams to implement ITIL processes and ensure effective incident and change management.<br>• Oversee database management tasks, including supporting SQL databases.
<p>Robert Half Canada is seeking a Senior Analyst for a leading Capital Markets organization. This role will support the Investment Finance & Operations team in delivering accurate and insightful performance measurement, attribution, and reporting for multi-asset class portfolios.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and analyze performance and attribution reports at business unit, strategy, and asset class levels.</li><li>Create exposure reports by asset class, geography, currency, and sector to enable effective portfolio oversight.</li><li>Develop and present data-driven insights using PowerPoint and Power BI dashboards for stakeholders and senior leaders.</li><li>Support digitization and automation of reporting, enhancing scalability and accuracy.</li><li>Deliver actionable analysis to senior management on performance drivers and portfolio positioning.</li><li>Foster partnerships with Capital Markets, Risk, and Finance groups to ensure alignment with evolving strategies.</li><li>Monitor market trends and macroeconomic factors impacting investment performance.</li><li>Stay current with industry performance measurement standards, including GIPS.</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements and actively participate in team projects and cultural initiatives.</li></ul><p><br></p>
