Senior Financial Analyst, Capital Markets Accounting

What You’ll Be Doing
The Capital Markets Accounting Team is responsible for the integrity and timeliness of the Capital Markets business units’ financial reporting. In this role you will report to the Senior Manager within the accounting team of the Finance Controllership group and embody CIBC’s One Finance Vision and Guiding Principles.

How You’ll Succeed

Accounting and controls – Drive accurate, complete, and timely inputs to the various reporting groups, provide accounts attestation and ensure all balance sheet accounts are substantiated. Inspire adherence to timing in Service Level Agreements and support investigation and analysis of different methodologies by liaising with the Front Office, CFO group, Accounting Policy, Reporting COE, Reconciliations COE and Operations.

Relationship management – Possess good communication, teamwork, partnership and relationship building skills to collaborate with team members and stakeholders from different backgrounds and experiences. Liaise daily with Finance, Front Office and other Capital Markets stakeholder groups.

Agility – Support agile accounting processes and controls to ensure timeliness and accuracy. Implement changes in accounting policies/requirements in a controlled manner. Maintain end-to-end process maps and detailed task manuals in accordance with best practices, regulatory requirements, SOX, and Internal Controls.

Who You Are

You understand that success is in the details. You notice things that others don’t and apply critical, analytical thinking and sound judgement to inform your decision making.

You’re a certified professional. You have current accreditation and good standing in CPA, or are working toward your CPA designation, with 3+ years of relevant work experience.

You can demonstrate experience in Capital Markets accounting, supporting oversight and governance functions, and enhancing financial controls across multiple groups. You have strong knowledge of IFRS and understand accounting of complex and/or sensitive information. Public accounting firm or financial services experience is an asset.

You embrace and champion change, continuously evolving your thinking and work practices to deliver your best.

You give meaning to data, enjoy investigating complex problems, and confidently communicate detailed information in an impactful way.

Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work and live our values – trust, teamwork and accountability. You are motivated to get to the right answers.

What CIBC Offers

Competitive salary, incentive pay, banking benefits, a benefits program*, defined benefit pension plan*, an employee share purchase plan, a vacation offering, wellbeing support, and Moment Makers – our social, points-based recognition program.

State-of-the-art spaces and technological toolkit that facilitate collaboration and innovative solutions for clients.

A culture that encourages ambition through initiatives such as Purpose Day – a paid day off dedicated to personal 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 provide an accessible candidate experience. If you need accommodation, please contact Mailb

CIBC is committed to clarity in our hiring process. All roles posted are opportunities we’re actively recruiting for, unless stated otherwise.

You must be legally eligible to work at the specified location(s) and, where applicable, have a valid work or study permit.

We may ask you to complete attribute-based assessments and other skills tests (such as simulation, coding, French proficiency).

We use artificial intelligence tools during the recruitment process to get to know more about you, to learn more about us, and provide you with an improved application experience.

Job Location
Toronto-81 Bay, 26th Floor

Employment Type

Regular

Weekly Hours
37.5

Skills
Accounting Policies, Accounting Processes, Analytical Thinking, Client Counseling, Communication, Financial Reporting and Analysis, Management Reporting, Process Improvements

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