Manager, Finance

Bank of Montreal; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution is seeking a financial advisor to support business management and provide strategic financial insights. The role involves advising on financial management activities, influencing business objectives, and collaborating with stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have 5-7 years of relevant experience and an accounting designation, along with strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Typically 5-7 years of relevant experience.
• Accounting designation preferred.
• Deep knowledge and technical proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Acts as a trusted advisor to assigned business/group.
• Influences and negotiates to achieve business objectives.
• Monitors and tracks financial performance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication

Collaboration

Influence skills

Data-driven decision-making

Education

Post-secondary degree

Accounting designation

Job description

Application Deadline:

06/10/2025

Address:

100 King Street West

Job Family Group:

Finance & Accounting

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.

1. Acts as a trusted advisor to assigned business/group; assesses the financial performance and condition of the business.
2. Influences and negotiates to achieve business objectives; ensures solutions are aligned with business and enterprise goals.
3. Recommends and implements financial management solutions based on analysis of issues and implications for the business.
4. Works with the business to align key performance indicators with financial forecasts/plans and initiatives.
5. Assists in the development of strategic plans; assessment of opportunities; determines the financial impact of initiatives/strategic decisions.
6. Identifies emerging issues and trends to inform decision-making.
7. Breaks down strategic problems, and analyses data and information to provide financial insights and recommendations.
8. Builds effective relationships with internal/external stakeholders.
9. Acts as liaison between stakeholders to align agendas and ensure a clear understanding of the business context.
10. Supports development and execution of strategic initiatives in collaboration with stakeholders.
11. Monitors and tracks financial performance, addressing any issues.
12. Manages the coordination & analysis of financial and operational highlights of the business; collaborates with service teams for reporting, planning, and forecasting.
13. Coordinates financial governance, compliance, and attestation reporting as necessary.
14. Reviews financial information for reasonableness and highlights areas of concern.
15. Delivers timely, accurate, and efficient service.
16. Builds change management plans and leads or participates in change activities.
17. Focuses primarily on business/group within BMO; may have broader enterprise focus.
18. Provides specialized consulting, analytical, and technical support.
19. Exercises judgment to identify, diagnose, and solve problems within rules.
20. Works independently handling non-routine situations.

Qualifications:

• Typically 5-7 years of relevant experience with a related post-secondary degree or equivalent experience.
• Accounting designation preferred.
• Deep knowledge and technical proficiency through extensive education and experience.
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills.
• Strong collaboration & team skills.
• In-depth analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective influence skills.
• Data-driven decision-making ability.