Business Systems Analyst - Capital Markets

International Financial Group; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Canada is seeking a Business Systems Analyst to bridge Finance and Technology within the Financial Systems domain on a 6-month contract. The role translates business requirements into technical specifications, data mappings, and testable requirements.

Hybrid work arrangement with 3 days in office in Canada, 35 hours per week, and a focus on AI‑assisted analysis, data validation, and cross‑functional integration. Strong SQL, governance, and insurance/finance experience are valued.

Qualifications

• 4–6+ years IT/Systems BA experience in financial technology solutions.
• Insurance domain experience required; exposure to Finance or Reinsurance systems preferred.
• Proficiency with basic‑to‑intermediate SQL for data validation.
• Solid understanding of SDLC, data mapping, and repository management (GitHub/Jira/Confluence).
• Knowledge of system integration concepts (SFTP, APIs, iPaaS) and security controls.

Responsibilities

• Elicit, analyze, and document technical system requirements, data mappings, and non‑functional requirements.
• Review and validate AI‑generated system artifacts, acceptance criteria, and test data for auditability and accuracy.
• Partner with architects, engineers, QA, and vendors to define prerequisites, connectivity, data flows, and scheduling.
• Perform basic to intermediate SQL queries to validate test results and data migrations.
• Develop runbooks and support production stabilization and cutover activities.

Skills

SQL validation

SDLC knowledge

Data mapping

Governance

Stakeholder communication

Tools

GitHub

Jira

Confluence

SFTP

APIs

iPaaS

PGP encryption

Job description

We are seeking a Business Systems Analyst (BSA) – Financial Systems

For a initial 6-month contract opportunity with a top-tier industry leader. Operating in an advanced, AI-enabled delivery model, you will bridge the gap between Finance and Technology by translating business requirements into technical system specifications, operational rules, and testable requirements.

Role Type: 6-Month Contract (35 hours/week)

Location: Hybrid (3 days/week in-office in Canada)

Advantages

• Innovative AI Stack: Gain hands-on exposure to cutting‑edge AI‑assisted SDLC workflows, leveraging AI agents and automated platforms to streamline systems analysis.
• Supportive Culture: Join a highly collaborative, close‑knit team with a strong culture of daily knowledge sharing and mentorship.
• High‑Impact Domain: Deepen your expertise in enterprise finance, reinsurance, and modern technology integrations within a heavily regulated environment.
• Work‑Life Balance: Enjoy a standard 35‑hour work week with structured time‑off policies.

Responsibilities

• Requirements & Data Analysis: Elicit, analyze, and document technical system requirements, process flows, data mappings, non‑functional requirements, and exception‑handling logic.
• AI Output Validation: Review and validate AI‑generated system artifacts, acceptance criteria, test data, and documentation to ensure auditability, accuracy, and compliance.
• Cross‑Functional Integration: Partner with architects, engineers, QA, and external vendors to define system prerequisites, connectivity, data flows, and scheduling needs.
• Testing & Data Verification: Perform basic to intermediate SQL queries to validate test results, verify data migrations, and confirm system behavior against functional specs.
• Operational Readiness: Develop runbooks, trace requirements to delivery work items, and support early‑life production stabilization and cutover activities.

Qualifications

• Experience: 4 to 6+ years of experience as an IT/Systems Business Analyst supporting financial technology solutions.
• Industry Domain: Proven background in the Insurance sector is required; exposure to Finance (Treasury, AP/AR, Financial Reporting) or Reinsurance systems is strongly preferred.
• Technical Proficiency:
  • Proficiency with basic‑to‑intermediate SQL for data validation.
  • Solid understanding of the SDLC, data mapping, and repository management concepts (e.g., GitHub, Jira, Confluence).
  • Knowledge of system integration concepts (SFTP, APIs, iPaaS) and security/control principles (PGP encryption, access workflows).
• AI Mindset: An adaptable, curious mindset eager to embrace AI‑assisted analysis and review workflows.
• Soft Skills: Exceptional communication skills with the ability to assertively guide stakeholders, ask incisive questions, and navigate strict governance environments.

Summary

If you are a tech‑savvy Business Systems Analyst with insurance domain experience, a strong background in financial integration, and an eagerness to work at the forefront of AI‑assisted delivery, we want to hear from you.

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity‑seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non‑binary/gender non‑conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.