Senior Manager, Finance Operations and Governance

Were building a relationship-oriented bank for the modern world. We need talented passionate professionals who are dedicated to doing whats 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.

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What Youll 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 CIBCs 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 directly with the Chief Accountant SOX office CIBCs internal and external auditors and senior executives across the bank. You will also work with the Finance Governance and Controls team the Chief Accountants department and other Finance LOBs.

At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. Youll have the flexibility to manage your work activities within a hybrid work arrangement where youll spend 1-3 days per week on-site while other days will be remote.

How Youll 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 junior members 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 have a degree (Bachelors or equivalent) in Business Accounting or Finance and a professional designation (e.g. CA CPA CIA) or equivalent business experience.

• You can demonstrate experience in audit particularly in project managing audit engagements and navigating evolving regulatory requirements would be beneficial.

• You embrace and champion change. Youll continuously evolve your thinking and the way you work in order to deliver your best.

• You act like an owner. You thrive when youre empowered to take the lead go above and beyond and deliver results.

• Youre passionate about people. You find meaning in relationships and surround yourself with a diverse network of partners. You build trust through respect and authenticity.

• Youre 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. Youre 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.

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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

• CIBC is committed to clarity in our hiring process. All roles posted are opportunities were actively recruiting for unless stated otherwise.

• 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 test (such as simulation coding French proficiency).

• We use artificial intelligence tools during the recruitment process. 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.

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