Senior Financial Analyst

at  BMO Financial Group

100 King Street West Toronto Ontario,M5X 1A1
This role provides tremendous exposure to many groups within the bank enabling you to build your network and have a solid foundation of the various functions within BMO. You work very closely with the business acting as a partner.
Our ideal candidate has experience with FP&A, explaining financial results, high attention to detail, connecting with the business and has the ability to challenge stakeholders.

Analyzes, monitors and reports on the financial performance and condition of the business/function. Performs financial & business analysis in support of business solutions and business outcomes. Works across BMO to provide service and support the financial management activities of the business/portfolio and ensure financial information is reported completely and accurately.

• Develops solutions and makes recommendations based on an understanding of the business strategy and stakeholder needs.
• Provides advice and guidance to assigned business/group on implementation of solutions.
• Supports the execution of strategic initiatives in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Builds effective relationships with internal/external stakeholders.
• Ensures alignment between stakeholders.
• Breaks down strategic problems, and analyses data and information to provide insights and recommendations.
• Provides and documents financial period analysis for financial information packages e.g. monthly run-rate forecast, quarterly forecast to actuals, etc.
• Ensures financial results are well understood and how they impact to business results.
• Develops knowledge related to business/group strategy, plans and financial activities.
• Gathers and formats data into regular and ad-hoc reports, and dashboards.
• Coordinates and executes specific activities for the implementation of strategic initiatives; includes tracking metrics and milestones.
• Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to deliver on business objectives.
• Employs systems e.g. customized exception reports, tracking reports, etc. to manage information.
• Analyzes data and information to provide insights and recommendations.
• Executes routine tasks such as service requests, transactions, queries etc. within relevant service level agreements.
• 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 4 - 6 years of relevant experience and post-secondary degree in related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Completed or near completion of an accounting designation
• 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.

Please refer the Job description for details