Accounting Policy Manager

9 hours ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States BMO Financial Group Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Accounting Policy Manager to join our team at BMO Financial Group. As a key member of our accounting team, you will be responsible for ensuring high-risk and complex accounting transactions are compliant with accounting regulations and financial information is disclosed appropriately in our financial statements.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Advise on accounting guidelines and policy strategies and programs
  • Support aspects of accounting management by providing value-added ideas, advice, and recommendations to improve quality and overall effectiveness
  • Provide guidance and advice on significant and complex transactions and issues that impact the business
  • Build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, acting as a trusted accounting advisor to various groups on significant accounting and reporting issues
  • Conduct independent technical accounting research, analysis, and assessment to provide insights and recommendations to strategic issues in a timely manner
  • Monitor new accounting standards and emerging issues and analyze impacts to policy and standards, including development of tailored messaging about accounting policy changes and impacts
  • Prepare reports on accounting policy matters for senior management and industry and regulatory bodies as appropriate
  • Support the execution of strategic initiatives in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders
  • Support the development of financial statements and financial disclosure documents to ensure consolidated Bank results meet International Financial Reporting Standards and regulatory requirements

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required
  • CPA preferred
  • Typically between 4-7 years of relevant experience in a CPA firm and/or financial institution
  • Deep knowledge and technical proficiency of US GAAP gained through extensive education and business experience; familiarity with IFRS helpful
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Collaboration and team skills - in-depth
  • Research, analytical, and problem-solving skills - in-depth
  • Influence skills - in-depth
  • Data-driven decision-making - in-depth

Compensation:

$72,134,500.00 per year, salaried, with a commission structure and performance-based incentives. BMO Financial Group offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, tuition reimbursement, accident and life insurance, and retirement savings plans.

About BMO Financial Group:

BMO Financial Group is a leading financial institution with a commitment to creating lasting, positive change for our customers, communities, and people. We strive to help our customers reach their goals and make an impact from day one. We offer a dynamic and inclusive work environment, with opportunities for growth and development.



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