Finance Transformation Project Manager

In a changing world, unprecedented challenges require unmatched talent. Join one of Montreal's Top Employers in 2025. We are a dynamic and growing organization having its main establishment located in downtown Montreal and part of a leading international banking institution fully committed to building a more sustainable future. Note that the position may be in the Canadian Branch of BNP Paribas or in one of its subsidiaries based in Montreal.

The position at a glance

The Finance transformation project manager is part of the Finance COO team responsible of the Finance processes transformation linked to OFS roll out project (Change of Finance General Ledger).

In detail

The team members are responsible of the following activities:

Identify tasks and processes currently performed by Finance users and link them to the standard finance taxonomy.

Work with OFS transformation to highlight processes that will be impacted by the OFS roll out detailing the change and/or transformation required to align to the Target Operating Model in link with Finance Academy.

Coordinate with Finance Change Management the implementation of the change required for each transformation.

Work with Finance users to identify their workload impact, reallocate tasks to the proper team and ensure efficiencies are met.

Organize and conduct meetings with users. Coordinate with Finance project teams on requirements and deliveries. Lead committees at management level to highlight changes required as well as obtain decisions and validations.

Work conditions: This position provides for standard working conditions in an office and a normal work schedule from Monday to Friday.

The strengths and skills that will help you succeed

Bachelors in finance or accounting.

Minimum 8 years' experience in audit, accounting or change & solutions in the financial services industry.

Knowledge of English is required. *

Excellent written and oral communication skills including active listening, with the ability to identify and implement change to different stakeholders from users to management.

Deliver on time or being able to raise alerts with enough anticipation highlighting facts and proposing remediation actions to ease management decisions.

Ability to work effectively in geographically dispersed cross-functional teams.

Strong Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Given the vast majority of our clients, both internal and external, are based outside of Quebec and Canada, specific language requirements may apply. Professional working proficiency in English language is required.

What's in it for you

In addition to competitive compensation, hybrid work arrangements are available for most positions. In-office presence is required a minimum of 3 days per week, one of which must be on a Monday and/or a Friday. BNP Paribas provides excellent training and personal development programs, as well as opportunities for career development within the company and internationally.

What you need to know

We will review candidates as they apply, so don't wait to submit your application;

BNP Paribas is committed to accessibility and inclusion. During the recruitment process, accommodation needs are available at all times for candidates. You will have the chance to make a request for an accommodation during your application.

You must be legally eligible to work in the Greater Montreal area and, if applicable, hold a valid work or study permit. Physical presence in BNP Paribas' office(s) is an essential function of this position;

If you are applying and accepted to a position which requires working in/for the U.S. securities industry, you will be required to provide your fingerprints and undergo additional background checks by the FBI. BNP Paribas Securities Corporation is required to maintain a supervisory program over the conduct of its Associated Persons; some of your personal data will be transmitted to the United States of America and made available to US regulators. Please reach out to BNPP for additional information; or you can also find an overview here: 3110. Supervision

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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) at the heart of our commitments

At BNP Paribas all employees are on an equal footing allowing us to create a work environment that values and respects people for their talents, skills and competences.

BNP Paribas recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, disability, age, and other protected status (Employment Equity Act and Canadian Human Right Act).

To learn more about our DE&I commitments, click here

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About us

BNP Paribas is the top bank in the European Union and a major international banking establishment. Present in 63 countries, with more than 180,000 employees, the bank holds key positions in several areas of banking and financial services.

BNP Paribas' mission is to contribute to a responsible and sustainable economy by financing and advising its clients according to the highest ethical standards, while striving to respond to essential concerns in terms of the environment, regional development and social inclusion.

Since 1961, BNP Paribas has supported large Canadian companies and institutions in their business development by offering a full range of specialized financial services and investment products.

With over 1,400 employees, BNP Paribas in Canada continues to attract experts from diverse fields as well as ambitious young talent from around the world. We are proud to offer our employees a rewarding and international workplace where they can build their professional careers by honing their skills, meeting challenges and enriching their knowledge of the financial industry.

Our certifications and partnerships

Montreal's Top Employers 2025

Canada's Best Diversity Employers 2025

Women in Governance – Parity certified - Platinum certification

Pride at Work Canada

Part of Les Affaires top 300 companies in Quebec

Synclusiv

Ready, Willing and Able

Autisme sans Limites

LinkedIn Top Companies 2024

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*** While the description above describes our ideal candidate, we encourage applicants to apply even if they do not fully meet the complete list of qualifications noted***