Manager, Financial Planning and Analysis

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The NIX corporate team offers an exciting and strategic entry point into Corporate supporting one of the most high-profile groups within the organization. As a subset of PC&B (Brand Communication/Marketing) this team provides strong visibility and influence across the corporate landscape. The group is composed of a close-knit network of financial managers who are deeply committed to professional development and cross-functional growth. Team members benefit from a highly supportive environment regular face time with senior leaders and meaningful succession planning opportunities. The role itself is designed to offer autonomy allowing the right candidate to truly make it their own. The ideal candidate will bring strong financial modeling skills particularly in Excel and Power BI with experience in Anaplan considered a valuable asset.

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.

• Acts as a trusted advisor to assigned business/group; assesses the financial performance and condition of the business.
• Influences and negotiates to achieve business objectives; ensures solutions are aligned with business and enterprise goals.
• Recommends and implements financial management solutions based on analysis of issues and implications for the business.
• Works with the business to align key performance indicators with financial forecasts/plans and initiatives.
• Assists in the development of strategic plans; assessment of opportunities; determines the financial impact of initiatives/strategic decisions.
• Identifies emerging issues and trends to inform decision-making.
• Breaks down strategic problems and analyses data and information to provide Financial-related insights and recommendations.
• Builds effective relationships with internal/external stakeholders.
• Acts as liaison between stakeholders in order to align agendas and ensure a clear understanding of the business context.
• Supports development and execution of strategic initiatives in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Monitors and tracks financial performance and addresses any issues.
• Manages the coordination & analysis of financial and operational highlights of the business; works with others service teams to deliver reporting planning and forecasting requirements.
• Co-ordinates financial governance compliance and attestation reporting as necessary.
• Reviews financial information for reasonableness and highlights/escalates areas of interest or concern.
• Executes work to deliver timely accurate and efficient service.
• Builds change management plans of varying scope and type; leads or participates in a variety of change management activities including readiness assessments planning stakeholder management execution evaluation and sustainment of initiatives.
• Focus is primarily on business/group within BMO; may have broader enterprise-wide focus.
• Provides specialized consulting analytical and technical support.
• Exercises judgment to identify diagnose and solve problems within given rules.
• Works independently and regularly handles non-routine situations.
• Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed.

  Qualifications:

• Typically between 5 - 7 years of relevant experience and post-secondary degree in related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Accounting designation preferred.
• Deep knowledge and technical proficiency gained through extensive education and 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.

The above represents BMO Financial Groups pay range and type.

Salaries will vary based on factors such as location skills experience education and qualifications for the role and may include a commission structure. Salaries for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on number of hours regularly worked. For commission roles the salary listed above represents BMO Financial Groups expected target for the first year in this position.

BMO Financial Groups total compensation package will vary based on the pay type of the position and may include performance-based incentives discretionary bonuses as well as other perks and rewards. BMO also offers health insurance tuition reimbursement accident and life insurance and retirement savings plans. To view more details of our benefits please visit: Us

At BMO we are driven by a shared Purpose: Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. It calls on us to create lasting positive change for our customers our communities and our people. By working together innovating and pushing boundaries we transform lives and businesses and power economic growth around the world.

As a member of the BMO team you are valued respected and heard and you have more ways to grow and make an impact. We strive to help you make an impact from day one for yourself and our customers. Well support you with the tools and resources you need to reach new milestones as you help our customers reach theirs. From in-depth training and coaching to manager support and network-building opportunities well help you gain valuable experience and broaden your skillset.

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