BMO Financial Group
Capital Markets
BCE(Brokerage,CommissionsandExecutions)Analyst
“BCE (Brokerage, Commissions and Executions) Analyst at BMO Financial Group. Skills: back-office operations, brokerage, capital markets, process improvement, automation. Own the end-to-end invoice validation and approval process for brokerage, commissions, and execution-related activity. Validate fee structures, service descriptions, and cost allocations across traders and cost centers”
What You'll Achieve.
Fully independent ownership of BCE activities with minimal oversight; Improved structure, documentation, and consistency across processes; Reduction in manual effort through automation and workflow improvements; Faster resolution of issues and reduced operational escalations; Strong, trusted partnerships with stakeholders across the business; Recognized as a key contributor and operational lead within the BCE function
Industry & Context.
Investigate and resolve complex invoice discrepancies and allocation issues; Assess and challenge existing workflows to identify inefficiencies and risks; Identify and address control gaps within processes
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
4+ years of experience in back-office operations, preferably within brokerage or capital markets, understanding of billing, reconciliations, and financial controls, Advanced proficiency with Microsoft 365, including SharePoint and Excel, Demonstrated experience redesigning processes and implementing automation, Comfortable working with ambiguity and driving change, Clear, confident communicator able to influence without authority
Nice to Have
Hands-on experience with Power Automate or Power Platform, Exposure to Market Data Manager (MDM), Experience with Coupa / SmartProcure, Banking or capital markets experience, Bilingual You're fluent in French and English to support business operations outside the province of Quebec.
What You'll Do.
Own the end-to-end invoice validation and approval process for brokerage
and execution-related activity
Validate fee structures
and cost allocations across traders and cost centers
and timeliness of invoice processing in line with internal deadlines
Act as a key contact for Lines of Business to resolve billing issues and drive approvals
Investigate and resolve complex invoice discrepancies and allocation issues
Assess and challenge existing workflows to identify inefficiencies and risks
and maintain standardized procedures and process flows
Reduce reliance on manual processes and undocumented knowledge
Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the BCE function
Leverage Microsoft 365 tools (Excel
Teams) to support operations
Build or enhance workflows using tools such as Power Automate
Identify opportunities to apply automation and AI-assisted solutions to improve efficiency
Support development of tracking
Ensure alignment with internal controls
and governance standards
Identify and address control gaps within processes
Improve documentation and audit readiness across BCE activities
Act as a reliable right-hand to the manager in managing day-to-day operations
Support prioritization of workload and help bring structure to the function
Provide guidance and support to team members where needed
Serve as a go-to resource for complex operational topics
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Works closely with Montreal and Toronto team members in a highly collaborative operating model with regular touchpoints and coaching.; Manage interactions with Front Office, Finance, Vendors, and support teams.; Provide guidance and support to team members where needed.
Communication Scope
Clear, confident communicator able to influence without authority
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