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CIBC Senior Manager, Finance Operations and Governance in Toronto, Ontario
We’re building a relationship-oriented bank for the modern world. We need talented, passionate professionals who are dedicated to doing what’s right for our clients.
At CIBC, we embrace your strengths and your ambitions, so you are empowered at work. Our team members have what they need to make a meaningful impact and are truly valued for who they are and what they contribute.
To learn more about CIBC, please visit CIBC.com (https://www.cibc.com/en/about-cibc.html)
What You’ll Be Doing
Reporting to the Director, Governance, Controls and Finance Operations, the Senior Manager, Finance Operations and Governance, will play a significant role in management of the relationship and deliverables related to CIBC’s external auditor, management of the Disclosure Committee process and support other Finance risk and governance deliverables, including other committees, projects or initiatives in Finance. You will work closely with the Finance Governance and Controls team, the Chief Accountants department, other Finance LOBs, CIBC’s internal and external auditors and senior executives across the Bank.
At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. You’ll have the flexibility to manage your work activities within a hybrid work arrangement where you’ll spend 1-3 days per week on-site, while other days will be remote.
How You’ll Succeed
Relationship Building and Leadership - You are strong at building relationships and will manage key relationships with senior stakeholders and collaborate with business partners across the Bank and the external auditor. You can influence without authority, provide leadership and effectively manage deliverables from various stakeholders including peers and subject matter experts within and outside of Finance, by influencing, coaching, and negotiating. You demonstrate a strong ability to solve problems and make decisions in a fast-paced environment.
External Auditor - You have strong written communication skills and keen attention to detail and accuracy that will aid you when preparing materials for senior executives and committees; and when reviewing engagement letters, contracts, and other deliverables. You have critical thinking and continuous improvement mindset that will aid you in resolving issues and finding creative and efficient solutions. You can be an effective team leader and provide coaching and guidance to the manager on the team to successfully deliver on your collective accountabilities.
Disclosure Committee - You have strong organization, planning and time management skills to project manage the end to end deliverables for the Disclosure Committee meetings and ensure timely and quality delivery. You will coordinate with various subject matter experts within Finance to develop Disclosure Committee materials for Disclosure Committee members and Responsible Officers. You will facilitate the drafting of the Disclosure Committee agenda, quarterly/annual assertions, minutes, speaking notes, etc. You will oversee and manage the Disclosure Committee SharePoint site and ensure compliance with Records Management policy.
Other Committees, Governance and Initiatives - You will provide support to other Committees (i.e., Audit Committee, etc.) in Finance as required. You will support deliverables to key stakeholders, including SOX Office and Internal Audit that are within the Finance Governance, Controls and Operations mandate. You will support the simplification and automation initiatives for Finance Governance, Controls and Operations team and other Finance risk, governance and controls deliverables as required. You will participate in and manage other initiatives or projects in support of Finance that fall under the responsibility of Finance Governance, Controls and Operations.
Who You Are
You embrace and champion change. You'll continuously evolve your thinking and the way you work in order to deliver your best.
You can demonstrate 5+ years of experience in accounting, finance operations, risk or internal control areas.You also have extensive knowledge of risk management principles, practices, policies and procedures. It's an asset if you have audit or disclosure experience.
You act like an owner. You thrive when you're empowered to take the lead, go above and beyond, and deliver results.
You're passionate about people. You find meaning in relationships, and surround yourself with a diverse network of partners. You build trust through respect and authenticity.
You're driven by collective success. You know that collaboration can transform a good idea into a great one. You understand the power of an inclusive team that enjoys working together to bring a shared vision to life.
You are a bold and accountable leader. You're passionate about developing and coaching to bring out the best in people. You have led diverse, high performing teams.
Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work and you live our values – trust, teamwork and accountability
What CIBC Offers
At CIBC, your goals are a priority. We start with your strengths and ambitions as an employee and strive to create opportunities to tap into your potential. We aspire to give you a career, rather than just a paycheck.
We work to recognize you in meaningful, personalized ways including a competitive salary, incentive pay, banking benefits, a benefits program, defined benefit pension plan, an employee share purchase plan, a vacation offering, wellbeing support, and MomentMakers, our social, points-based recognition program.
Our spaces and technological toolkit will make it simple to bring together great minds to create innovative solutions that make a difference for our clients.
We cultivate a culture where you can express your ambition through initiatives like Purpose Day; a paid day off dedicated for you to use to invest in your growth and development.
*Subject to plan and program terms and conditions
What you need to know
CIBC is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and clients feel like they belong. We seek applicants with a wide range of abilities and we provide an accessible candidate experience. If you need accommodation, please contact Mailbox.careers-carrieres@cibc.com
You need to be legally eligible to work at the location(s) specified above and, where applicable, must have a valid work or study permit.
We may ask you to complete an attribute-based assessment and other skills tests (such as simulation, coding, French proficiency, MS Office). Our goal for the application process is to get to know more about you, all that you have to offer, and give you the opportunity to learn more about us.
Job Location
Toronto-81 Bay, 26th Floor
Employment Type
Regular
Weekly Hours
37.5
Skills
Accounting Advisory, Accounting Processes, Accounting Standards, Deliverables Management, Employee Relationships, Financial Modeling, Financial Recordkeeping, Leadership, Management Reporting
At CIBC, we are in business to help our clients, employees and shareholders achieve what is important to them. Our ability to create value for all CIBC stakeholders is driven by a business culture based on common values: Trust, Teamwork and Accountability.
Working with CIBC makes you a part of a work environment committed to our clients, employees and communities - a place where you can excel.
Every day, our 44,000 employees help our clients achieve their financial goals, because what matters to our clients, matters to us.