Manager, Financial Reporting

100 King Street West Toronto Ontario,M5X 1A1

Supports the execution of accurate and efficient cyclical reporting processes for regulatory and management information and note disclosure in financial statements to internal and external stakeholders and regulatory bodies. Works across BMO to deliver specific project/program results in alignment with overall group goals. Supports an efficient and effective Accounting function which uses common information sources and practices, reduces ongoing costs, increases service level performance and minimizes risk.
- Supports the production of financial, regulatory, and management reporting requirements.
- Supports the interpretation and definition of internal and external policies and regulatory requirements e.g. OFSI, Bank of Canda, credit reporting.
- Recommends and implements solutions based on analysis of issues and implications for the business.
- Acts as a trusted advisor to assigned business/group related to financial management systems and reporting production.
- Influences and negotiates to achieve business objectives.
- Assists in the development of strategic plans.
- Identifies emerging issues and trends to inform decision-making.
- Provides specialized support to investigate and resolve complex issues as escalated end-users or assigned by management.
- Reviews the reporting program/processes for effectiveness, considers industry trends and recommends enhancements; makes changes as required.
- Manages relationships with end-users, other stakeholders to support change management and program/process changes.
- Designs and produces regular and ad-hoc reports, and dashboards for regulators and executive level reviews.
- Integrates information from multiple sources to enable more efficient processes, enhanced analysis and/or streamlined reporting.
- Leads in the design, implementation and management of core business/group processes.
- Executes work to deliver timely, accurate, and efficient service for monthly, quarterly and annual processes for reporting.
- Analyses data and information to provide financial, regulatory and related risk insights and recommendations.
- Ensures strong governance and effective controls across finance & accounting activities and information in accordance with enterprise standards.
- Provides attestation to the validity of financial results and highlight significant information including variances, trends, opportunities and exposures to their Manager.
- Provides information and support the process for internal (Corporate and SOX) and external audits.
- Gathers and formats data into regular and ad-hoc reports, and dashboards.
- Organizes work information to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- 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.
- Deep knowledge and technical proficiency gained through extensive education and 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

**We’re here to help**

At BMO we are driven by a shared Purpose: Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. It calls on us to create lasting, positive change for our customers, our communities and our people. By working together, innovating and pushing boundaries, we transform lives and businesses, and power economic growth around the world.

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.