Audit Manager, IT Applications

About the role

This role conducts Application Audit engagements to critically assess management and internal control processes. The role reports on audits to provide clear, concise and memorable insights on issues and potential issues to assist management in fulfilling mandates. This work provides vital assurance to the Board of Directors and senior management on the quality of internal control systems and reduces the risk of loss and reputational damage to the Company.

Responsibilities

• Conducts Application Audit engagements to critically assess management and internal control processes, approving the nature, extent and timing of the audit, its execution and the formulation of insightful audit reports.
• Reports on audits to provide clear, concise and memorable insights on issues and potential issues to assist management in fulfilling mandates.
• Provides independent assurance on the quality and effectiveness of internal control, risk management, and governance systems and processes to support senior management and the Board in protecting BMO and its reputation.
• Manages relationships with auditees supporting the audits.
• Provides “big picture” insights based upon knowledge and research enhancing the Division’s value proposition with senior leadership and business groups.
• Collaborates across BMO to develop communications strategies and ensure consistency of messaging, in order to positively influence or change behaviour.
• Makes strategic input into business decisions as a trusted advisor.
• Meets regularly with business /group stakeholders to identify, changing strategies, tactics, and initiatives across the business group/corporate area and critically evaluate and direct changes to the nature, extent and timing of the audit and related procedures.
• Manages relationships with auditees supporting the audits.
• Provides “big picture” insights based upon knowledge and research enhancing the Division’s value proposition with senior leadership and business groups.
• Collaborates across BMO to develop communications strategies and ensure consistency of messaging, in order to positively influence or change behaviour.
• Makes strategic input into business decisions as a trusted advisor.
• Meets regularly with business /group stakeholders to identify, changing strategies, tactics, and initiatives across the business group/corporate area and critically evaluate and direct changes to the nature, extent and timing of the audit and related procedures.

Requirements

Typically, between 5+ years of relevant Application Audit experience and post-secondary degree in related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Prior experience auditing IT Applications / IT Infrastructure / Information and Cyber Security controls. Professional designations or business designations such as CIA, CPA-Audit, CISA. Knowledge and experience with Data Governance and Data Management audits is an asset. Knowledge and experience with use of AI tools to perform audits and research is an asset. Deep knowledge and technical proficiency gained through extensive education coupled with business experience with financial institutions and/or accounting/consulting/advisory firms. Verbal & written communication skills - In-depth / Expert. Collaboration & team skills - In-depth / Expert. Critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills - In-depth / Expert. Influence skills - In-depth / Expert. Data driven decision making - In-depth.

Qualifications

• Typically, between 5+ years of relevant Application Audit experience and post-secondary degree in related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Prior experience auditing IT Applications / IT Infrastructure / Information and Cyber Security controls.
• Professional designations or business designations such as CIA, CPA-Audit, CISA.
• Knowledge and experience with Data Governance and Data Management audits is an asset.
• Knowledge and experience with use of AI tools to perform audits and research is an asset.
• Deep knowledge and technical proficiency gained through extensive education coupled with business experience with financial institutions and/or accounting/consulting/advisory firms.
• Verbal & written communication skills - In-depth / Expert.
• Collaboration & team skills - In-depth / Expert.
• Critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills - In-depth / Expert.
• Influence skills - In-depth / Expert.
• Data driven decision making - In-depth.

Benefits

The role provides vital assurance to the Board of Directors and senior management on the quality of internal control systems and reduces the risk of loss and reputational damage to the Company. This work is instrumental in identifying unacceptable/high risk circumstances that could lead to material impact on profitability or reputation.

Schedule

Hybrid work model - 1/2 time in Chicago/Omaha office (5 days in a 10 day work schedule)

Pay

$74,000.00 - $138,000.00 Pay Type: Salaried

Job posting reflects Chicago salary - other locations will vary.

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

Important Notice

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 BMOCareers.Support@bmo.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.