Business Analyst

Who we are:

Fairstone Bank and its family of brands are united in delivering innovative, accessible and reliable financial solutions that enable Canadians to reach their goals.

Over the years, our brand family has grown. In 2024, Home Trust Company, Home Bank and Oaken Financial became part of the Fairstone Bank family of brands, alongside Fairstone, EdenPark and Fig.

Together, we are the leading alternative lending bank in Canada. We have the collective experience and expertise to better serve our customers and foster our partners’ growth. With a diverse suite of products—residential and commercial mortgages, consumer deposits and GICs, credit cards, retail and automobile financing, personal loans and digital lending—we offer financial solutions tailored to all Canadians, including newcomers, small-business owners, smart investors and savvy consumers.

Backed by nearly a century of lending experience through its legacy companies, Fairstone Bank and its brand family are proud to be Canada’s leading alternative lending bank.

Join Fairstone as a Business Analyst and be part of our talented and growing team!

About the role:

Responsible for all aspects of the cash reconciliation process including the Sub-Ledger to General Ledger (‘GL’) to Bank and the resolution of open items including producing balance sheet reconciliations and journal entries, as required.

• Serve as a primary contact for financial system activities, particularly Workday Financials and SAP S/4 HANA
• Administer and maintain system configurations (e.g., cost centers, worktags, spend categories, approval workflows)
• Manage delegation of authority and approval processes
• Monitor and maintain integrations and ensure daily processes run smoothly
• Maintain system reporting, dashboards, and scheduled reports
• Support and lead initiatives related to system implementations, upgrades, and releases across Workday and SAP S/4 HANA
environments
• Participate in financial system migrations, enhancements, and optimization projects
• Coordinate and execute system testing (including sandbox/release testing)
• Identify, research, and recommend process improvements and system solutions
• Drive adoption of new features and capabilities to enhance Finance operations
• Build, maintain, and optimize financial integrations across ERP and connected systems (including EIBs and other interfaces)
• Ensure stability and accuracy of system integrations across platforms
• Develop and maintain end-to-end business processes within financial systems
• Collaborate with Finance, IT, and other business units to resolve issues and improve processes across ERP platforms
• Manage and follow up on system-related requests and support cases (e.g., ServiceNow, vendor support)
• Provide clear status updates and communicate priorities to stakeholders
• Influence decision-making by guiding stakeholders toward optimal solutions
• Support user training and knowledge transfer across Finance teams
• Develop and maintain documentation (e.g., process flows, system guides) in SharePoint
• Cross-train across systems and processes to ensure team flexibility and coverage
• Gain working knowledge of additional platforms such as Adaptive Insights, reconciliation tools (e.g., BlackLine, T-Recs, OneStream), and reporting tools (e.g., AWS QuickSight)
• Contribute to broader financial systems initiatives and strategic priorities

What we’re looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Computer Science, or a related field
• Experience with financial systems, preferably Workday Financials and/or SAP S/4 HANA
• Exposure to reconciliation or performance management tools (e.g., OneStream, BlackLine, T-Recs) is an asset
Technical Skills
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Experience with reporting, dashboards, and data analysis
• Familiarity with system integrations and financial data flows
Core Competencies
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced environment
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Communication & Stakeholder Management
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Proven ability to influence and drive process improvements
• Willingness to learn, adapt, and become a subject matter expert in financial systems

What you’ll love about working here:

• Award-Winning Culture: We’re proud to be recognized as a and one of by Canada’s Top 100 Employers.

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexibility with our hybrid work model designed to support your lifestyle.

• Time to Recharge: Generous vacation based on your role, statutory holidays, plus 6 wellness days to prioritize your well-being.

• Compensation Package: Competitive base salary

• Comprehensive Benefits: Robust health and dental coverage through Manulife, as well as virtual healthcare through Dialogue.

• Future-Ready Savings: Group Retirement Savings Plan with up to 7% employer match.

• Exclusive Perks: Discounts from top retailers via WorkPerks, plus location-based perks like gym memberships and Toronto Bike Share.

• On-Site Fitness: Gym access at our London and Montreal offices.

• Continuous Growth: Education Assistance Program and Fairstone Academy for training and skill development.

• Family Support: Parental leave top-up program to help you during life’s big moments.

• Community Impact: One paid volunteer day to give back to causes that matter to you.

What you can expect - pay & process:

• Expected salary range is between 50,000 to 60,000$

• This posting is for an existing vacancy within our organization.

• Artificial intelligence may be used in parts of the recruitment process.

• All candidates considered for hire must successfully pass a criminal background check, credit check, and validation of their work experience to qualify for hire.

If what you read excites you, we’d like to hear from you! Please submit your application and we’ll contact you if you become selected for first stages of the interview process.

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