Senior Audit Manager, Finance and Treasury

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (Canada); Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Incentive pay

Banking benefits

Benefits program

Defined benefit pension plan

Employee share purchase plan

Vacation offering

Wellbeing support

MomentMakers recognition program

Job summary

CIBC is seeking a seasoned audit professional to lead large, multi-skilled audit teams within Finance. You will evaluate design and operating effectiveness of controls and partner with business lines to improve risk management.

Hybrid work arrangement allowed with 1–3 days on-site in Toronto. Candidates should have 5+ years in audit and relevant accounting qualifications or MBA. AI and analytics experience is valued.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years proven and progressive experience in audit.
• Extensive experience in Finance or Treasury is an asset.
• In-depth knowledge of Financial Accounting and Reporting.
• Strong communication with business partners and stakeholders.
• Familiarity with AI, analytics and automation in audit.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage execution of audit assignments focusing on key processes and risks.
• Scope and plan risk-based audits and assess controls for effectiveness.
• Identify weaknesses and assess severity and impact on business.
• Develop action plans with management to mitigate risk long-term.
• Provide timely communication on risks and issues to stakeholders.
• Foster a team environment and drive audit process improvements.
• Advise on risk assessment and controls as needed.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Audit management

Audit planning

Audit reporting

Communication

Continuous improvement

Risk management

People management

Education

MBA or accounting designation (CPA/CFA/CIA)

Job description

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

In this role you’ll have the opportunity to provide leadership in improving the overall control environment within CIBC and lead multi-skilled audit teams on large and/or highly complex audits in the various Finance groups of the Bank.

You’ll provide an independent opinion on the design and effectiveness of operational and management controls in accordance with industry best practices and develop and maintain strong relationships with business partners.

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

• Plan and manage execution of audit assignments- Identify and fully understand the key business processes, their inherent risk, and the control environment.
• Scope and plan risk based audits, assess relevant processes and controls, and provide an independent opinion on their design and operating effectiveness.
• Audit reporting- Identify business control weaknesses, and objectively assess the severity and materiality of the issues and their potential impact on the business.
• Work with business management to develop action plans based on provide realistic and workable solutions, to mitigate the risk and exposure in the long term.
• Continuous improvement- Provide effective and timely communication on risks and issues with influence and judgment to create positive outcomes.
• Foster positive team environment that looks for ways to enhance audit guidelines and practice development and to improve efficiency and audit experience.
• Play advisory role in matters related to risk assessment and controls.

Who you are

You can demonstrate experience.

You have in-depth knowledge and understanding of Financial Accounting and Reporting, with minimum of 5 years proven and progressive experience in audit.

Extensive experience in Finance or Treasury businesses would be an asset.

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’re confident in your ability to communicate detailed information in an impactful way.

You’re passionate about people.

You find meaning in relationships, and surround yourself with a diverse network of business partners.

You build trust through respect and authenticity.

You’re a certified professional.

You have in-depth knowledge through obtaining a business degree (e.g., M.B.A) or an accounting designation (e.g. CPA, CFA, CIA).

You are comfortable with AI and analytics.

You understand how AI, automation, and advanced analytics can support audit execution and risk insight.

You are open to exploring practical use cases and using these tools responsibly, while applying appropriate professional judgment, skepticism, and awareness of controls.

You live your values.

You bring high standards, genuine care to your relationships, and want to grow with an employer that shares your values and brings out your best.

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

• competitive salary
• incentive pay
• banking benefits
• a benefits program*
• defined benefit pension plan*
• an employee share purchase plan
• a vacation offering
• wellbeing support
• 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] CIBC is committed to clarity in our hiring process. All roles posted are opportunities we’re 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.

Job Details

Job Location Toronto-81 Bay, 34th Floor

Employment Type Regular

Weekly Hours 37.5

Skills Analytical Thinking, Audit Management, Audit Planning, Audit Reporting, Communication, Continuous Improvement, Finance, Internal Auditing, Internal Controls, Operating Effectiveness, People Management, Risk Based Auditing, Risk Management and Mitigation, Work Collaboratively

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 48,000 employees help our clients achieve their financial goals, because what matters to our clients, matters to us.