We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Manager, Finance to lead the end-to-end consolidation, forecasting, planning, and reporting activities for the T&O; portfolio. This role is accountable for month-end and quarter-end financial consolidation, forecast analysis, Anaplan submissions, executive reporting, and presentation development, while partnering closely with Line Finance Officers to deliver actionable insights and support strategic decision-making. The successful candidate will be a hands-on, technically strong finance leader with deep FP&A; expertise, capable of navigating complex forecasting and planning cycles, managing tight deadlines, and connecting business developments to financial outcomes.
In addition to leading and developing a team of finance professionals, this individual will bring a strong sense of ownership, exceptional execution skills, and the ability to operate effectively in a quick-paced, high-volume setting where accuracy, responsiveness, and timely delivery are critical to success. Develops detailed financial and economic analysis to assist the designated business portfolio with decision support. Works closely with business leaders and Finance partners to provide financial advice and service that supports the financial management activities of the Group/portfolio.
Supports the monitoring and management of financial performance against plans, forecasts, initiatives and objectives. Ensures alignment between values and behaviour that fosters diversity and inclusion. Improves team performance, recognizes and rewards performance, coaches employees, supports their development, and manages poor performance.
Networks with industry contacts to gather competitive insights and best practices. Manages resources and leads the execution of accounting, risk and regulatory related strategic initiatives to deliver on business and financial goals.
Defines business requirements for analytics & reporting to ensure data insights inform business decision making.
Leads the execution of financial planning & analysis service delivery programs; assesses and adapts as needed to ensure quality of execution. Supports/Leads financial planning, forecasting and performance reviews that utilize plan, forecast and actual financial information to develop annual plans and targets. Performs variance analyses, and ad-hoc forward-looking analyses to improve understanding of business drivers as well as opportunities to improve performance for product improvement, profit improvement, financial impact of initiatives/strategic business decisions.
Supports the development of methodologies and policies to enable analyses and insights focused on financial dimensions (e.g., Determines the financial impact of initiatives/ strategic business decisions, and incorporate the impacts into future financial forecasts/plans. Assess reasonableness of business cases and performs due-diligence during Investment reviews and approvals processes. Works with the business to align key performance indicators with financial forecasts and plans.
Breaks down strategic problems, and analyzes data and information to provide financial insights and recommendations. Integrates information from multiple sources (e.g. financial and operational systems) to enable more efficient processes, enhanced analysis and/or streamlined reporting. Monitors and tracks performance, and addresses any issues.
Recommends and implements solutions based on analysis of issues and implications for the business. economics,
treasury, competitor information. Operates at a group/enterprise-wide level and serves as a specialist resource to senior leaders and stakeholders. Implements changes in response to shifting trends.
Take measured risks while protecting the bank by applying our Risk Management Framework in the execution of your role, in line with our Risk Culture and within our approved Risk Appetite, making sound and risk informed decisions that align to business strategy, protect assets, and adhere to applicable policy documents (Frameworks, Policies, Standards, Procedures and Supporting documents), laws and regulations. Typically 7+ years of relevant experience and post-secondary degree in related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Data driven decision making - In-depth / Expert.
Salaries for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on number of hours regularly worked. BMO Financial Group’s 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.
It calls on us to create lasting, positive change for our customers, our communities and our people. We’ll 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, we’ll help you gain valuable experience, and broaden your skillset.
Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. A recruiting agency must first have a valid, written and fully executed agency agreement contract for service to submit resumes. #
📌 Senior Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis (Toronto)
🏢 BMO
📍 Toronto