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Business Systems Analyst, Investment Systems & Data Management Jobs in Toronto, Ontario, Canada at Guardian Capital Group
Title: Business Systems Analyst, Investment Systems & Data Management
Company: Guardian Capital Group
Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
COMPANY STATEMENT:
Founded in Toronto in 1962, Guardian Capital Group Limited (Guardian) is a global financial services company, which provides investment management services to institutional, retail and private high and ultra-high-net-worth clients through its subsidiaries. Guardian is headquartered in Canada and operates in Canada, the United Kingdom, the United States and the Caribbean. Guardian is a wholly owned subsidiary of Desjardins Global Asset Management Inc., which is part of the Desjardins Group. To learn more about Guardian, visit www.guardiancapital.com.
JOB STATEMENT:
As a Business Systems Analyst, you will support the firm’s investment data ecosystem by analyzing, maintaining, and improving core data used across portfolio management, trading, compliance, and reporting functions.
This role combines hands-on data analysis with exposure to investment systems such as Charles River and related platforms. You will focus on ensuring data accuracy, identifying trends, and driving process improvements, while providing occasional support for data-related issues.
Working within time-sensitive processes, you will investigate data exceptions, perform root cause analysis, and partner with business and technology teams to enhance data quality and workflows across the platform.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Analyze and validate investment data across portfolio management, trading, and accounting systems
- Research, source, and reconcile security master and reference data from internal and external providers
- Write and optimize SQL queries to investigate data issues, validate outputs, and support reporting needs
- Perform root cause analysis on data discrepancies, breaks, and recurring issues, and implement sustainable fixes
- Monitor and improve data flows and integrations between upstream and downstream systems
- Support the creation and maintenance of dashboards and reports (Excel, Power BI, or similar tools)
- Partner with business users (Portfolio Management, Trading, Operations, Compliance) to ensure data accuracy and usability
- Identify opportunities for automation, process optimization, and data quality improvements
- Assist with data mapping, workflow documentation, and data lineage tracking
- Participate in system testing (UAT), data validation, and enhancements to core platforms
Support Responsibilities (Secondary)
- Investigate and resolve data-related production issues and exceptions
- Provide support for escalated cases requiring analytical investigation
- Assist with operational coverage during peak periods or critical incidents
- Leverage support insights to drive process and data improvements
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelors of degree
- 1-3 years of financial services experience required
- 1–3 years of experience in data analysis, data operations, or a related role
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
- Intermediate SQL skills for querying, analysis, and data validation
- Advanced Excel skills for data manipulation and reporting
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and work within time-sensitive processes
- Strong communication skills and ability to work with both technical and business stakeholders
- Financial markets and investment data knowledge and experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Exposure to investment systems such as Charles River, Eagle, or similar platforms
- Familiarity with security master, pricing, benchmarks, and reference data
- Experience with data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau)
- Understanding of investment workflows (portfolio management, trading, compliance, accounting)
- Experience with data quality, data governance, or master data management concepts
- Exposure to Python or other analytical tools is a plus
- Familiarity with market data vendors (Bloomberg, FactSet, Refinitiv, ICE)
- Bilingual candidates preferred (English & French)
WHY JOIN:
- Permanent role with long-term ownership of critical investment platforms
- Opportunity to work closely with front-office users
- Dynamic environment with room for career growth and skill development
- High-impact role supporting core asset management operations
COMPENSATION:
- The base salary range is expected to be between $60,000 – $90,000, with eligibility for a discretionary bonus. Compensation will be based on experience.
Please Note:
All applications submitted are reviewed in detail by our HR team. In certain aspects of the hiring process artificial intelligence (AI) tools may be used, specifically for screening and assessments. These tools support our team and are used to help bring relevant criteria to the foreground and do not replace human judgment. We are committed to using AI responsibly, fairly, and in compliance with applicable employment and anti-discrimination laws. We regularly review these tools to help prevent bias or discrimination.
