BMO U.S.
BMO U.S.
5,001 – 10,000 Employees
ConsultingInsuranceLogistics
BMO U.S. is a U.S.-based diversified financial services company serving individuals, small businesses, and large enterprises. Its offerings span personal and business banking, mortgages, investments, financial planning, insurance, wealth management, commercial lending, and commercial mortgages. The company also supports digital and cross-border banking, alongside asset management and capital markets activities. Its broad operating model creates opportunities across financial services, banking technology, customer support, commercial finance, and related corporate functions.

Audit Manager, U.S. Operations — Chicago Onsite

Lead enterprise audit and advisory work for BMO Financial Group, assessing governance, risk management, and internal controls. Provide assurance and actionable insight to senior leadership and the Board.

Description

  • Evaluate management practices and internal controls through audit engagements
  • Authorize audit scope, timing, execution, and reporting plans
  • Present audit conclusions through clear, concise, and meaningful assessments
  • Give the Board and senior leaders assurance over internal controls
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to the assigned business or group
  • Spot emerging issues and trends that may affect business decisions
  • Counsel the Chief Auditor and Assistant Chief Auditor on audit delivery
  • Contribute to development of the annual audit plan
  • Streamline and improve Corporate Audit processes
  • Perform individual and enterprise audits across inherent, control, environmental, and regulatory risks
  • Complete advisory assignments and other engagements as needed
  • Evaluate how strategy, risk, initiatives, and emerging technologies affect audit services
  • Apply data analytics to advisory work
  • Build insight into business strategies, policies, standards, risks, and controls
  • Preserve independence throughout audit activities
  • Prepare discussion materials and reports that are fair, balanced, objective, clear, concise, and timely
  • Identify control weaknesses and evaluate their significance
  • Stay current on industry, regulatory, economic, and internal conditions
  • Conduct audit work in accordance with the Corporate Audit Methodology
  • Use sound judgment and maintain transparent communication
  • Build and sustain relationships with key stakeholders
  • Track change-management initiatives and flag potential risks
  • Contribute to Corporate Audit change initiatives
  • Maintain and advance professional audit credentials
  • Deliver specialized consulting, analytical, and technical assistance
  • Independently assess and resolve non-routine issues within established guidelines

Requirements

  • At least five years of relevant professional experience is typically expected
  • A related post-secondary degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • A professional or business credential such as CIA or CPA-Audit
  • Extensive education and business experience supporting advanced technical expertise
  • Strong verbal and written communication capabilities
  • Strong collaboration and teamwork capabilities
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
  • Strong ability to influence stakeholders
  • Strong data-informed decision-making capabilities

Benefits

  • Performance-linked incentive opportunities
  • Discretionary bonus eligibility
  • Health insurance coverage
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Accident and life insurance
  • Retirement savings programs
  • Comprehensive training and coaching
  • Support from managers
  • Opportunities to expand professional networks
  • Tools and resources for continued career progress
  • Equal employment opportunity
  • Reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities

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