We are looking for a skilled Business Analyst to join our team in Newmarket, Ontario, on a contract basis for a duration of 1-2 years. In this role, you will play a key part in bridging the gap between technology solutions and business needs, ensuring seamless delivery and operation of enterprise systems. You will collaborate with various stakeholders to develop detailed requirements, functional designs, and quality assurance plans, contributing to innovative solutions and enhancements for existing applications.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Analyze and document business requirements by engaging with stakeholders and subject matter experts.<br>• Develop functional designs, business process flows, and quality assurance plans to support enterprise system implementation.<br>• Partner with project sponsors and external vendors to ensure alignment of technology solutions with business objectives.<br>• Conduct gap analyses to identify areas for improvement and propose actionable solutions.<br>• Coordinate and lead testing efforts, including AB testing, to validate system functionality and performance.<br>• Utilize Atlassian Jira and other tools to track project progress and manage tasks effectively.<br>• Support the agile development process by contributing to sprint planning and backlog refinement.<br>• Prepare detailed business requirement documents and ensure accurate communication of project scope.<br>• Facilitate training sessions and provide ongoing support for users of enterprise systems.<br>• Monitor and report on project milestones, ensuring timely delivery within scope and budget.
<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>
