Senior Manager, Capital Markets Controllership Business Initiatives & Analytics

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What you’ll be doing

Capital Markets (CM) Controllership team at CIBC is responsible for ensuring accuracy and validity of reported results for all Capital Markets lines of business. As part of the CM Controllership, the Senior Manager in the Business Initiatives & Analytics (BIA) team is accountable for providing in-depth advice to our partners in Front Office, Infrastructure groups (Operations, Technology and Risk), CFO and other Finance teams relating to implementation of new products, initiatives, and systems. BIA is integral to the execution of complex accounting investigations and implementation of continuous improvement initiatives relating to end-to-end Finance processes supporting CM products. You will assist in the resolution of financial accounting and reporting issues by investigating, analyzing and providing an independent recommendation on compliance issues, changes to policies, adequacy of operational controls, risk assessment, and control activities. You will actively participate in projects of high level of complexity to enhance and upgrade new and existing programs, products or services by researching relevant data and developing proposals and recommendations.

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 2-3 days per week on-site, while other days will be remote .

How you’ll succeed

• Analyzing business requirements - Research and analyze specialized financial information, recommend and implement solutions to issues and problems that arise during the ongoing operation of business.

• Relationship management - You have good teamwork, partnership and relationship building skills sufficient to act in a collaborative manner given team members and stakeholders different backgrounds and experiences. You will liaise with Finance, Capital Markets Front Office and other stakeholder groups on accounting technology for new initiatives/processes to ensure efficient issue solutions. This role will focus on automated solutions and proper product system mapping.  

• Project management - You have highly developed organization and prioritization skills in order to handle multi-tasking, balancing and prioritizing a number of projects, processes and problems given a work environment of increased expectations around control, service, and accounting transparency. You are a problem solver, self-starter, taking hands-on approach, able to deal with moderately complex finance issues.

• Analytics development -  Lead analytics development projects with key stakeholders and business specialists.

• Transformation – Participate in and drive continuous improvement and assist in development of new systems and processes in order to enhance the overall efficiency of the department. You will collaborate to determine business needs and the analytical or financial support required to aid in the effective Capital Markets business decision making process and provide input on issues and insights on new systems initiatives. You have strong interest in technological innovation, familiarity with application of technology tools, such as Alteryx, RPA/IPA, and Artificial Intelligence. You would be excited to lead implementation of these and other tools across different teams. You will have advanced working knowledge of major systems used to capture trades (xTrader, ADP, WallStreet, Bloomberg TOMS, other similar and relevant systems) and ability to apply that knowledge to assist managers or staff, or other areas of the bank.

Who you are

• You can demonstrate experience as an Accountant –  strong controllership experience in order to advise on oversight over accounting functions supporting Capital Markets. This includes enhancement of financial controls across multiple groups (FO, Operations/Back Office, Reconciliations, and Technology). You have strong knowledge of IFRS and Financial Reporting requirements for Financial Instruments.

• Certified professional. You have current accreditation and good standing in a CPA or CFA. Certification in Data Analytics would be an asset.

• You understand that success is in the details. You notice things that others don't. Your critical, analytical thinking skills, and sound judgement help to inform your decision making.

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

• You give meaning to data. You enjoy investigating complex problems, and making sense of information. You are capable of using modern data analytics and management tools to analyze data and report insights. You're confident in your ability to communicate detailed information in an impactful way.

• 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.

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