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This individual contributor position is located in downtown Toronto and offers a hybrid work arrangement with at least 2 days per week on-site and other days remote.

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Reporting to the Senior Manager overseeing the 2nd line AML Monitoring & Testing team, primary responsibilities under the position include testing key internal AML/ATF and related controls across the enterprise. The Manager will execute testing and provide insights and recommendations on testing results, findings, identified issues, re-performance testing, and continuous improvement insights of various complexity, ensuring adherences to the team's established service levels, standards, and practices.

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Leading the execution of end-to-end testing assignments ensuring consistent, high-quality testing practices/work is delivered within expected timelines and aligned to the team’s standard methodology and testing processes.

• Executing testing fieldwork that is complex in nature and requiring an AML/ATF subject matter expertise, including (but not exclusive to) complex reviews of business artifacts, and customer and transaction data.

• Creating and maintaining detailed testing support documentation such as workpapers, testing reports, etc. to support the results of reviews including the write-up of findings/issues for reporting.

• Analyzing root causes of any findings/issues discovered to provide for effective communication to appropriate parties, by applying critical thinking and assessing materiality.

• Influencing and negotiating to achieve business objectives.

• Provides insights and recommendations, including through formal verbal and written mediums. Drafts reports that are concise and clear, articulating the issues such that they are well understood, unambiguous and actionable.

• Providing ongoing support for continuous improvement of team processes, including contributing to the development of new operational testing capabilities to ensure ongoing efficient & effective delivery.

• Providing ongoing support to the continuous improvement process of the business unit.

• Supporting the development and execution of the team’s Annual Testing Plan and strategic plans.

• Exercising judgment to identify, diagnose, and solve problems within given rules.

• Working independently on a range of complex tasks, which may include unique situations.

• Identifying emerging issues and trends to inform decision-making.

• Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed.

Key Skills

• The ideal candidate will have at least 4 to 6 years of experience in auditing, risk, control testing or working in a public accounting firm.

• Post-secondary degree in related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Strong knowledge/experience in AML/ATF legislative and regulatory requirements.

• Strong knowledge and experience with risk policy frameworks; quality control/testing frameworks.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to effectively work with and influence stakeholders at different levels across BMO, including comfort engaging senior leaders.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on data-driven decision making.

• Ability to make decisions independently, work under well under established deadlines and regularly handle non-routine situations.

• Enjoys working in a collaborative team environment.

• Experience in quality assurance/testing/audit of systems, data and technology platforms is an asset.

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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 https://jobs.bmo.com/ca/en .

BMO is committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. By learning from each other’s differences, we gain strength through our people and our perspectives. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To request accommodation, please contact your recruiter.

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