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Excellence in Action - Finance Rotation Program Associate (New Graduate Opportunity)

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In-Office
Chicago, IL, USA
55K-120K Annually
Junior
In-Office
Chicago, IL, USA
55K-120K Annually
Junior
Supports cyclical financial, regulatory, and management reporting processes, including note disclosures, dashboards, audits, controls, and policy interpretation. Investigates complex reporting issues, integrates data from multiple sources, analyzes financial and risk information, and provides recommendations to management. Participates in finance initiatives, process improvements, and governance activities while ensuring accurate, timely reporting and compliance with internal, regulatory, and enterprise standards.
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Application Deadline:

09/23/2026

Address:

320 S Canal Street

Job Family Group:

Finance & Accounting

Supports the execution of accurate and efficient cyclical reporting processes for regulatory and management information and note disclosure in financial statements to internal and external stakeholders and regulatory bodies. Works across BMO to deliver specific project/program results in alignment with overall group goals. Supports an efficient and effective Accounting function which uses common information sources and practices, reduces ongoing costs, increases service level performance and minimizes risk.

  • Provides input to reporting policy and procedures.
  • Provides specialized support to investigate and resolve complex issues as escalated end-users or assigned by management.
  • Participates in initiatives as a subject matter expert for an aspect(s) of financial reporting systems or business process.
  • Designs and produces regular and ad-hoc reports, and dashboards for regulators and executive level reviews.
  • Integrates information from multiple sources to enable more efficient processes, enhanced analysis and/or streamlined reporting.
  • Participates in the design, implementation and management of core business/group processes.
  • Supports the production of financial, regulatory, and management reporting requirements.
  • Executes work to deliver timely, accurate, and efficient service for monthly, quarterly and annual processes for reporting.
  • Analyses data and information to provide financial, regulatory and related risk insights and recommendations.
  • Supports the interpretation and definition of internal and external policies and regulatory requirements e.g. credit reporting.
  • Ensures strong governance and effective controls across finance & accounting activities and information in accordance with enterprise standards.
  • Provides attestation to the validity of financial results and highlight significant information including variances, trends, opportunities and exposures to their Manager.
  • Provides information and support the process for internal (Corporate and SOX) and external audits.
  • Gathers and formats data into regular and ad-hoc reports, and dashboards.
  • Organizes work information to ensure accuracy and completeness.
  • Focus is primarily on business/group within BMO; may have broader, enterprise-wide focus.
  • Exercises judgment to identify, diagnose, and solve problems within given rules.
  • Works independently on a range of complex tasks, which may include unique situations.
  • Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed.
  • 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.

    Qualifications:

  • Typically between 1-2 years of relevant experience and post-secondary degree in related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Technical proficiency gained through education and/or 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.

Salary:

$55,000.00 - $120,000.00

Pay Type:

Salaried

The above represents BMO Financial Group’s 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 Group’s expected target for the first year in this position.

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. To view more details of our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.bmo.com/global/en/Total-Rewards

About 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.  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.

To find out more visit us at http://jobs.bmo.com/us/en

BMO is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other legally protected characteristics. We also consider applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.

BMO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Note to Recruiters: BMO does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to BMO, directly or indirectly, will be considered BMO property. BMO will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. A recruiting agency must first have a valid, written and fully executed agency agreement contract for service to submit resumes.

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