Business Analyst - Finance Controls

Apex Systems; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent IT services company is looking for a consultant to perform risk assessments and control gap evaluations in financial projects. The ideal candidate will possess strong knowledge of finance operations and risk management principles, with the ability to recommend control enhancements. This hybrid role is based in Downtown Toronto and offers a collaborative work environment with potential for contract extension.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Employee stock purchase program

401K with company match

Training and certification opportunities

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of finance operations and risk management principles.
• Experience in control design, risk assessments, and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.
• Effective communicator with experience working across multiple teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform control gap assessments and risk evaluations for finance initiatives.
• Collaborate with project teams to review procedures and recommend control enhancements.
• Provide expert advice on risk mitigation strategies and control design.
• Support the implementation of remediation plans and ensure alignment with governance standards.
• Communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders.

Skills

Finance operations knowledge

Risk management principles

Control design experience

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Effective communication

Job description

Location: Downtown Toronto. Hybrid: 2 days in office per week

Duration of Contract/Perm: 6 months contract with potential for extension.

Hours/week:37.5 hrs/wk. 9-5 PM, M-F

Overview:

This role focuses on identifying and addressing control gaps and conducting risk assessments within finance-related projects. The ideal candidate will bring sound judgment and a consultative approach to help design and enhance control environments.

Key Responsibilities:

· Perform control gap assessments and risk evaluations for finance initiatives.

· Collaborate with project teams to review procedures and recommend control enhancements.

· Provide expert advice on risk mitigation strategies and control design.

· Support the implementation of remediation plans and ensure alignment with governance standards.

· Communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders across business and risk functions.

Qualifications:

· Strong knowledge of finance operations and risk management principles.

· Experience in control design, risk assessments, and regulatory compliance.

· Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.

· Effective communicator with experience working across multiple teams.

This a great opportunity to join a Big Five Bank and continue your career in the financial domain. Be a part of a great work environment with a very well-organized team and colleagues who will help you succeed.

This is a position that impacts the bank enterprise wide with great opportunity for career growth within the bank.

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EEO Employer

Apex is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [e-mail] or 844-463-6178.

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [e-mail] or 844-463-6178 .

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview:Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.