Finance & Accounting Strategy Leader

NACBA; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 102,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Accident and life insurance

Retirement savings plans

Job summary

BMO Financial Group is seeking a senior accounting professional to apply expertise in calculation, analysis and reporting of financial results in compliance with standards and regulations. You will work across the organization to deliver accurate accounting programs, advise on policy, and lead strategic initiatives with internal and external stakeholders.

This role requires deep knowledge of financial reporting, risk management, and ability to communicate complex results clearly.

Qualifications

• Typically 7+ years of relevant experience and post-secondary degree in related field or equivalent
• Professional accounting designation preferred
• Verbal & written communication skills - In-depth / Expert
• Analytical and problem solving skills - In-depth / Expert
• Influence skills - In-depth / Expert
• Collaboration & team skills with cross-group collaboration - In-depth / Expert
• Data driven decision making - In-depth / Expert
• Able to manage ambiguity - In-depth / Expert

Responsibilities

• Applies expertise and thinks creatively to address complex accounting problems
• Reviews and delivers accounting services and reporting in line with standards
• Leads execution of accounting programs and provides strategic input to business decisions
• Builds relationships with stakeholders to align business needs and priorities
• Liaises with internal/external auditors and regulators for information and responses
• Manages resources and drives the fiscal close processes and reporting

Skills

7+ years experience

Professional accounting designation

Verbal & written communication

Analytical & problem solving

Influence

Collaboration & teamwork

Data driven decision making

Ability to manage ambiguity

Education

Post-secondary degree

CPA/CA preferred

Job description

BMO Financial Group is seeking a senior accounting professional to apply expertise in calculation, analysis and reporting of financial results in compliance with standards and regulations. You will work across the organization to deliver accurate accounting programs, advise on policy, and lead strategic initiatives with internal and external stakeholders.

This role requires deep knowledge of financial reporting, risk management, and ability to communicate complex results clearly.