Sr. Analyst, Finance (Financial Governance and Controls)

Application Deadline:

06/26/2025

Address:
100 King Street West

Job Family Group:

Finance & Accounting

This is a hybrid role and requires 2 days a week in the office located at FCP First Canadian Place (100 King St W, Toronto, ON).

We are seeking a Senior Analyst to join our Financial Governance & Controls team. This position serves as a key governance function of the Bank's Internal Control over Financial Reporting, ensuring alignment with our organization's risk framework and contribution to our overall control environment. In this role, you will have an opportunity to engage with senior-level executives and collaborate across various organizational levels; analyze transactional activities from a process and control perspective; and provide stakeholders insights into internal procedures that support our broader organizational objectives.

Develops or maintains an effective financial governance and controls framework that defines the ways and methods governance is implemented, managed, and monitored in the business/group. The governance framework includes policies, guidelines and provides programs, practices and measures to promote transparency, accuracy, consistency across groups. Applies specialized knowledge of Accounting & Financial management risk, regulatory compliance and internal controls related to financial processes and information.

• Assists with the maintenance, monitoring & reporting on the status of the SOX/FDICIA program to various internal & external stakeholder audiences.
• Supports the SOX/FDICIA process by participating in the execution of oversight/governance activities including:
  • Supporting the quarterly Financial Attestation process
  • Assisting in the identification, classification and remediation activities of issues.
  • Monitoring progress on remediation efforts.
  • Supporting the change management activities of controls over financial reporting
  • Assists with the coordination and management of the review and sign-off of relevant reporting.
• Designs and produces regular and ad-hoc reports.
• Supports the management of governance meetings as required; facilitates development and approval of agendas, gathering and distribution of documentation related to agendas, and creation of meeting minutes/output.
• Assists with the coordination and management of the review and sign-off of relevant reporting.
• Leads or assists with the maintenance, monitoring, measurement & reporting on the status of the SOX/FDICIA program to various internal & external stakeholder audiences.
• Supports the development, evolution and maintenance of the SOX/FDICIA system and framework.
• Support the implementation of SOX/FDICIA controls work activities requiring coordination across multiple areas
• Assists in the development of governance and control related solutions and makes recommendations based on an understanding of the business strategy and stakeholder needs.
• Leads or participates in setting communication strategy; develops and delivers tailored messaging about through the appropriate distribution channels
• Builds effective relationships with internal/external stakeholders.
• Focus is primarily on business/group within BMO; may have broader, enterprise-wide focus.
• Exercises judgment to identify, diagnose, and solve problems within given rules.
• Works independently on a range of complex tasks, which may include unique situations.
• Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed.

Qualifications:

• Typically between 3-6 years of relevant experience and post-secondary degree in related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Control framework knowledge & experience preferred e.g. SOX 404, COBIT and COSO frameworks.
• Technical proficiency gained through education and/or business experience.
• 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.
• Ability to multi task
• Ability to meet deadlines

Salary :

$60,000.00 - $111,700.00

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

About Us

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As a member of the BMO team you are valued, respected and heard, and you have more ways to grow and make an impact. We strive to help you make an impact from day one - for yourself and our customers. We'll support you with the tools and resources you need to reach new milestones, as you help our customers reach theirs. From in-depth training and coaching, to manager support and network-building opportunities, we'll help you gain valuable experience, and broaden your skillset.

To find out more visit us at https://jobs.bmo.com/ca/en .

BMO is committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. By learning from each other's differences, we gain strength through our people and our perspectives. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To request accommodation, please contact your recruiter.

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