Senior Business Analyst, Financial Systems & Workflows

Why join us?

Are you looking to join a dynamic pension plan that embodies the strong values of its 500,000 members and is an industry leading global investor?

If so, we would love to tell you our story.

At OMERS we put our people first and are proud to embrace the diversity of thought and leadership that comes from having locations in Toronto, London, New York, Singapore, Sydney and other major cities across North America and Europe.

Our culture is truly one of a kind. We get stuff done, and have fun doing it! We take great pride in contributing to the communities where we live with an ever-constant eye to the global investment markets.

The Senior Business Analyst, Financial Systems & Workflows will report to the Senior Manager, Financial Systems & Workflows, in the Investment Finance & Valuations division.

This is a key player in bridging the gap between IT and business operations, providing comprehensive analysis, insights, and support for business decision-making and strategy development.

This role is particularly focused on Investment Finance & Valuations, requiring a deep understanding of finance applications, business analysis support, experience with creating and maintaining project artifacts, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration to support and enhance financial systems and workflows, with a keen desire to explore new technologies and implement innovative solutions.

Core Responsibilities :

Develop an in-depth understanding of the business uses of finance applications and workflow processes crucial to our business.

Providing proactive business application workflow support to users, guiding them towards achieving business objectives.

Leading business analysis for defined projects and initiatives, including identifying automation opportunities and refining workflow designs.

Managing project tasks including research to roll-out, including documentation of business requirements, integrations design and implementation, testing, application upgrades, and user training.

Developing test plans and cases, implementation plans, workflow solutions, controls, and standards within applications, ensuring all requirements are covered.

Supporting users in developing new reports and resolving reporting and data issues within finance applications, enhancing our finance application's utility and functionality.

Providing problem-solving, troubleshooting issues, and consulting support for finance applications as the challenges arise.

Developing clear procedures and user manuals for process workflows and applications.

Delivering informative and engaging presentations and training to end users.

Working cross-functionally within the organization to facilitate the roll-out and ongoing support for enhancements and upgrades to business solutions.

Liaising with application vendors and Data & Technology to plan for and facilitate new or upgraded applications.

Job Complexities / Challenges :

Navigating complex business environments and adapting with agility to changing business needs.

Balancing multiple projects and priorities simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.

Communicating technical concepts to non-technical audiences in a clear, accessible and understandable way.

Qualifications

A minimum of 5 years of experience in business analysis or a related field, demonstrating a track record of delivering results within the finance sector.

A bachelor’s degree in business, finance, computer science, or a related field.

A master's degree or specialized certifications such as CPA, CBAP or PMP is an asset.

Experience with alternative investment applications (eFront, Investran, SimCorp) is preferred.

In-depth experience in defining, implementing, and supporting alternative investment financial solutions, along with an understanding of alternative investments.

Demonstrated project and organizational skills, with experience in maintaining and implementing finance related solutions and applications.

Advanced knowledge of MS Office, especially Excel, Visio, PowerPoint, Word, along with VBA.

Excellent interpersonal skills to foster effective team dynamics and collaboration.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to facilitate the creation and implementation of solutions aligning with the division’s objectives.

Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Our story :

Founded in 1962, OMERS is one of Canada’s largest defined benefit pension plans, with $128.6 CAD billion in net assets as of December 31, 2023.

OMERS is a jointly-sponsored pension plan, with more than 1,000 participating employers ranging from large cities to local agencies, and over half a million active, deferred and retired members.

OMERS members include union and non-union employees of municipalities, school boards, local boards, transit systems, electrical utilities, emergency services and children’s aid societies across Ontario.

Contributions to the Plan are funded equally by members and employers. OMERS teams work in Toronto, London, New York, Amsterdam, Luxembourg, Singapore, Sydney and other major cities across North America and Europe serving members and employers and originating and managing a diversified portfolio of high-quality investments in public markets, private equity, infrastructure and real estate.

OMERS is committed to having a workforce that reflects the communities in which we live and work. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process.

At OMERS inclusion and diversity means belonging. How we create a sense of belonging is through our employees and our vast network of Employee Resource Groups.

Whether you are passionate about gender, pride, or visible minorities, we have groups that are focused on making a difference in all of our lives.