Technical Business Analysis Specialist - Simcorp Dimension (SCD), Charles River (CRIMS)

Scotiabank; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution is seeking a Technical Business Analysis Specialist to provide application support and business analysis for various asset management applications. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of IT experience, strong analytical skills, and a background in asset management processes. This hybrid position is based in Toronto and offers a competitive rewards package including flexible vacation and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Inclusive culture promoting diversity

Accessible work environment

Upskilling opportunities

Competitive rewards and bonuses

Flexible vacation

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years of IT experience supporting relevant applications.
• Strong analytical skills, creative, self-starting, results-oriented.
• Project management experience and understanding of agile methodologies is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support delivered features and functionalities for our Asset Management business line.
• Configure and support solutions on applications such as CRIMS, SCD, MPOWER, IDH.
• Understand process flows for equities, fixed income, ETF, and derivatives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Creative problem-solving

Knowledge of IT practices

Project management

Financial instruments knowledge

Understanding of Asset Management processes

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer engineering, business, or related field

Certifications such as CBAP, CFA, CPA, FRM

Job description

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Join a purpose-driven, high-performing team committed to results in an inclusive culture.

Technical Business Analysis Specialist – SimCorp Dimension (SCD), Charles River (CRIMS), CGI’s MPOWER, Markit EDM (IDH)

The Technical Business Analysis Specialist is responsible for application support and business analysis for applications under management (CRIMS, SCD, MPOWER, IDH). This role requires industry knowledge in Portfolio Management, Compliance, Securities Trading, Matching and Settlement, Portfolio Accounting, Custody, and Fund Accounting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support delivered features and functionalities for our Asset Management business line.
• Configure and support solutions on applications such as CRIMS, SCD, MPOWER, IDH.
• Understand process flows for equities, fixed income, ETF, money market, and derivatives, including trading conventions and portfolio management.
• Knowledge of accounting methodologies, regulatory requirements, and back-office processes is a plus.
• Support multiple asset management applications (e.g., MCH, iFAST, Bloomberg, Market Trading Systems, CANDEAL, FIX).
• Proficiency in configuring applications to meet business requirements.
• Understand the application landscape in Asset Management including Portfolio and Order Management, Investment Accounting, and Compliance.
• Optimize batch jobs for Order Management Systems and identify process improvements.

Qualifications:

• 7–10+ years of IT experience supporting relevant applications.
• Strong analytical skills, creative, self-starting, results-oriented.
• Knowledge of IT practices, systems development, requirements, and testing methodologies.
• Project management experience and understanding of agile methodologies is a plus.
• Advanced knowledge of financial instruments, valuation, risk management, and regulatory requirements.
• Understanding of Asset Management processes and workflows across asset classes.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer engineering, business, or related field.
• Certifications such as CBAP, CFA, CPA, FRM are advantageous.

What We Offer:

• Inclusive culture promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Accessible and accommodating work environment.
• Upskilling opportunities, online courses, tuition assistance.
• Competitive rewards, bonuses, flexible vacation, and benefits.
• Dynamic work environment with community engagement activities.

Work Location:

Hybrid in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

Scotiabank is committed to an inclusive environment. Accommodations are available upon request during the recruitment process.

Candidates must apply online. Only selected candidates will be contacted. Thank you for your interest.