Position: Business Analyst-Finance Systems
Location : Markham
Mode of Work : Hybrid (3 days a week)
Job Summary:
Business Analyst Finance Systems to join our team in driving innovation and efficiency within our finance technology landscape. This role is pivotal in analyzing designing and implementing finance systems tailored to the insurance sector. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in insurance accounting Guidewire platforms and mainframe systems along with strong analytical and communication skills.
Key Responsibilities:
- Analyze and document business requirements for finance systems.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to identify and prioritize system enhancements.
- Conduct gap analyses and develop functional specifications.
- Ensure compliance with insurance accounting standards and regulations.
- Analyze data impacts on P&L statements and balance sheets.
- Work closely with business teams to understand needs and develop customer-centric solutions.
- Participate in system testing and validation.
- Create and execute SQL queries in Oracle and PostgreSQL databases.
- Provide training and support to end-users.
- Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues.
- Prepare detailed reports and presentations for stakeholders.
Required Skills & Competencies:
- Strong writing and documentation skills.
- Familiarity with Guidewire (PolicyCenter BillingCenter ClaimCenter).
- Knowledge of mainframe constructs and ETL transformations.
- Expertise in SQL scripting and data analysis tools.
- Proficiency in Visio PowerPoint Excel and Word.
- Hands-on experience in writing requirements user stories process mapping and data modeling.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Minimum 5 years of experience as a Business Analyst in Finance Systems.
- Extensive experience in the insurance industry.
- Strong understanding of insurance accounting principles and industry regulations (e.g. IFRS17 OSFI GISA Facility Association GAA).
Top Capability skills required :
- Insurance Knowledge
- Finance systems
- Relational database