Audit Manager - Strategic Internal Controls Leader

BMO Harris Bank; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Accident and life insurance

Retirement savings plans

Job summary

BMO Financial Group in Chicago seeks an experienced Audit professional to conduct engagements and assess internal control processes. You will determine audit scope, execute testing, and craft insightful reports for management and the Board.

The role emphasizes data analytics, independent assurance, and collaboration across business units, with a focus on identifying risk and improving governance. A CPA/CIA or equivalent designation is preferred; 5+ years of experience is typical.

Qualifications

• Typically 5+ years of relevant experience and post-secondary degree in related field.
• Professional designations such as CIA, CPA-Audit.
• Deep knowledge and technical proficiency gained through education and 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.

Responsibilities

• Acts as a trusted advisor to assigned business/group.
• Influences and negotiates to achieve business objectives.
• Identifies emerging issues and trends to inform decision-making.
• Develops annual audit plan.
• Executes audits with attention to inherent risks and controls.
• Provides independent assurance on governance, risk and control processes.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Analytical thinking

Influence skills

Data-driven decision making

Problem solving

Education

CIA/CPA-Audit designation

Post-secondary degree

Job description

BMO Financial Group in Chicago seeks an experienced Audit professional to conduct engagements and assess internal control processes. You will determine audit scope, execute testing, and craft insightful reports for management and the Board.

The role emphasizes data analytics, independent assurance, and collaboration across business units, with a focus on identifying risk and improving governance. A CPA/CIA or equivalent designation is preferred; 5+ years of experience is typical.