The Financial Crimes Unit (FCU) brings together our Cybersecurity, Fraud, Physical Security and Resilience Planning capabilities to address the ever-growing and increasingly complex global security environment. It is a highly collaborative effort that greatly enhances BMO’s ability to rapidly prevent, detect, respond to, and recover from all security & crisis threats. This position offers a unique experience to learn from experienced leaders in the industry, join a team building the 21st century model for security and helping grow the good by protecting our customers and communities.
Supports the management of the business/group, providing advice and service on financial management activities in alignment with Group/enterprise goals and governance standards. Acts as a financial centre of competence and strategic partner for the business/group supporting short, medium and long term objectives; provides decision support, including information, expertise, advice and recommendations on opportunities and exposures. Monitors performance against financial plans, forecasts, initiatives and objectives, escalating issues as required.
Acts as a trusted advisor to assigned business/group; assesses the financial performance and condition of the business.
Works toward building advanced understanding of Fraud Financial and Management reporting at enterprise-wide level to provide insight on the challenges to EFM Senior Leadership Teams and Head of Fraud.
Presents Financial results in Fraud Senior Leadership meetings and acts as a trusted financial advisor by providing insights on financials results with various group under EFM and Finance.
Basic knowledge of financial modeling is required.
Influences and negotiates to achieve business objectives; ensures solutions are aligned with business and enterprise goals.
Recommends and implements financial management solutions based on analysis of issues and implications for the business.
Works with the business to align key performance indicators with financial forecasts/plans and initiatives.
Assists in the development of strategic plans; assessment of opportunities; determines the financial impact of initiatives/strategic decisions.
Identifies emerging issues and trends to inform decision-making.
Breaks down strategic problems, and analyses data and information to provide Financial-related insights and recommendations.
Builds effective relationships with internal/external stakeholders.
Acts as liaison between stakeholders in order to align agendas and ensure a clear understanding of the business context.
Supports development and execution of strategic initiatives in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
Monitors and tracks financial performance and addresses any issues.
Manages the coordination & analysis of financial and operational highlights of the business; works with others service teams to deliver reporting, planning and forecasting requirements.
Co-ordinates financial governance, compliance and attestation reporting as necessary.
Reviews financial information for reasonableness and highlights/escalates areas of interest or concern.
Executes work to deliver timely, accurate, and efficient service.
Builds change management plans of varying scope and type; leads or participates in a variety of change management activities including readiness assessments, planning, stakeholder management, execution, evaluation and sustainment of initiatives.
Focus is primarily on business/group within BMO; may have broader, enterprise-wide focus.
Provides specialized consulting, analytical and technical support.
Exercises judgment to identify, diagnose, and solve problems within given rules.
Works independently and regularly handles non-routine situations.
Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed.
Qualifications:
Typically between 5 - 7 years of relevant experience and post-secondary degree in related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Accounting designation (CPA) preferred.
Deep knowledge of Financial systems i.e.: SmartView, S4
Verbal & written communication skills - In-depth.
Collaboration & team skills - In-depth.
Analytical and problem solving skills - In-depth.
Influence skills - In-depth.
Data driven decision making - In-depth.
Advanced MS Excel required i.e. Use, Create and Modify Macros required.
Strong knowledge of Fraud software systems is an asset.
Strong Attention to detail, ability to work with multiple competing priorities required.
Strong Financial Skills: Fraud Losses, Forecasting Analysis, NIX, Financials, etc. required.
Strong PowerPoint required.
Strong Data Integrity and Due Diligence required.
Salary:
$74,800.00 - $138,600.00
Pay Type:
Salaried
The above represents BMO Financial Group’s pay range and type.
Salaries will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role, and may include a commission structure. Salaries for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on number of hours regularly worked. For commission roles, the salary listed above represents BMO Financial Group’s expected target for the first year in this position.
BMO Financial Group’s total compensation package will vary based on the pay type of the position and may include performance-based incentives, discretionary bonuses, as well as other perks and rewards. BMO also offers health insurance, tuition reimbursement, accident and life insurance, and retirement savings plans. To view more details of our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.bmo.com/global/en/Total-Rewards
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