Consultant, Project Finance

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce; Toronto; Remote; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Toronto is seeking a Consultant, Project Finance to provide financial analysis and reporting for project budgets. You will engage with stakeholders, forecast project spend, and support procurement processes. The ideal candidate has 3 to 5 years of relevant experience and demonstrates strong business acumen. This role offers a competitive salary and the ability to work remotely with occasional on-site requirements.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Incentive pay

Defined benefit pension plan

Employee share purchase plan

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in Finance & Accounting and/or Project Management.
• Experience in Reporting & Analytics is preferred.
• Strong business acumen and ability to engage with clients.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial analysis and reporting for project budgets.
• Forecast project spend and provide insights for decision making.
• Support procurement of technology goods and services.

Skills

Business Management

Data Presentations

Microsoft Excel

Personal Initiative

Project Finances

Project Financial Analysis

Teamwork

Technical Knowledge

Technology Finance

Job description

Overview

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.

What you''ll be doing

You’ll be joining CIBC’s Technology Operations (TO) team. As a Consultant, Project Finance you will be responsible for providing reporting and business analytics to support the immediate team and Senior Management. This includes completing financial analysis and forecasting for TO-managed project budgets, creating and delivering regular and ad hoc reports, completing analysis to support key strategic decisions and initiatives for TO, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives (i.e. automating and standardizing reporting and processes). You can effectively perform all work activities remotely, and will only be required to be on-site on an occasional basis.

How you''ll succeed

• Understanding and documenting requirements: Work closely with business partners and stakeholders to understand requirements and facilitate discussions to ensure you meet project needs.
• Financial Management: Effectively forecast, analyze, and provide updates to our stakeholders on project spend (including vendor-related costs).
• Reporting: Provide reporting regularly on financials for programs and/or projects tailored to the respective audience. Use sound judgement to provide insights to support decision making.
• Procurement: Work with internal business partners and external suppliers to ensure appropriate procurement of technology goods and services. Validate requests to ensure accuracy and completeness, performing follow-ups with requestors & suppliers as required. Adhere to CIBC guidelines and follow team processes to ensure orders are completed.
• Leading and mentoring: Support end-to-end project implementation as a finance subject matter expert, and provide guidance to a diverse team of technology and project professionals. Maintain a collaborative work environment and support team members to resolve organizational, operational, and process problems.

Who you are

• You have strong business acumen: including 3 to 5 years of working experience in Finance & Accounting and/or Project Management, along with additional experience in Reporting & Analytics is preferred.
• You put our clients first. You engage with purpose to find the right solutions. You go the extra mile, because it’s the right thing to do.
• You give meaning to data. You enjoy investigating complex problems and making sense of information. You communicate detailed information in a meaningful way.
• Your influence makes a difference. You know that relationships and networks are essential to success. You inspire outcomes by sharing your expertise.
• 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 [e-mail]

• 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, 32nd Floor

Employment Type

Regular

Weekly Hours

37.5

Skills

Business Management, Data Presentations, Microsoft Excel, Personal Initiative, Project Finances, Project Financial Analysis, Teamwork, Technical Knowledge, Technology Finance