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Financial SpecialistPay Band 4-5($59,046 to $94,406 per annum)Open CompetitionFredericton, Moncton, Saint John, Bathurst, or Edmundston Integrity ? Professionalism ? ExcellenceOpportunities NB (ONB) is New Brunswick's lead business development corporation working with companies inside and outside the province to drive economic growth and job creation in the province. A nimble, results-driven and client-centric organization, ONB is a Crown Corporation, strategically led by a private sector Board of Directors, made up of business leaders from New Brunswick companies and academia. ONB believes strongly in the future of New Brunswick and since its inception on April 1, 2015, has successfully been the catalyst for competitive and innovative economic growth and job creation for the benefit of New Brunswick today and for generations to come.ONB has been recognized as one of Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures in 2025, named one of Atlantic Canada's Top Employers for nine consecutive years (2017-2025), and received Atlantic Business Magazine's Employers of Diversity award (2022). We are seeking a Financial Specialist to join our Financial Assistance team. If you are passionate about growing New Brunswick's economy, giving back to the community, and making a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply.Love where you work. Love what you do. Come work for us.Who are you? You have a university degree in Business Administration, Commerce or a related disciplineYou have a minimum of two to five (2 to 5) years of experience working in one or more of the following areas: credit granting; credit agency analysis techniques; commercial lending and banking; valuations; financial management in a medium to large organization and/or experience within a public accounting firm. **An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered**You are committed to professional development and are willing to pursue additional valuations or credit trainingYou are adept at critical analysis and recognized for your sound judgementYou are an effective communicator, adept at presenting detailed factual and conceptual information on issues that require explanation and interpretationYou are recognized for your attention to detail, organization skills and ability to prioritize deliverablesYou have well-developed writing skills that enable you to precisely articulate ideas and opinionsYou have influencing and relationship management skillsYou are at your best when you are challenged and thrive on getting resultsYou value recognition, giving back to the community and camaraderie with your colleaguesAs a Financial Specialist at ONB, you will: Report to the Director of Financial AssistanceAnalyze a wide variety of financial assistance requestsDevelop innovative financing packages to enable companies to expand and diversifyPrepare and deliver concise and comprehensive reports and presentationsProvide financial and business recommendations to various boards and committeesManage and monitor a portfolio of financial assistance agreements across several industriesLiaise with businesses, financial institutions, government departments and agenciesLanguage:Written and spoken competence in English is required. Please state your language capability.Location and Hours: This position will be located in one of ONB's Regional Offices (Fredericton, Saint John, Moncton, Bathurst or Edmundston) with occasional work beyond regular business hours (8:15 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.).What can ONB offer you?Comprehensive benefits package which includes paid vacation, Health and Dental Plan, Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability Plan and the Public Service Shared Risk Pension PlanCareer growth, development and continuous learning opportunitiesOpportunity to be involved in ONB events that give back to our communityAn optional hybrid work plan of three days in office and two days remotePositive and inclusive work cultureHow to apply?Candidates are required to demonstrate on th