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

Working closely with the Director, Business Effectiveness, you will support financial management, operational governance, reporting and process improvement across CB&PT. You will provide accurate, timely analysis and reporting across project financials, budgets, resources and operational metrics to support business decisions and effective execution. You will maintain financial and operational controls, support resource allocation governance, and contribute to the development and improvement of processes, tools and reporting. You will also support CIBC’s Eclipse (resource allocation and project financial management tool), including user onboarding, training and first-line support.

At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. Details on your work arrangement (proportion of on-site and remote work) will be discussed at the time of your interview.

How You’ll Succeed

• Financial Management & Analysis – Maintain project financial forecasts, track actuals against plan, investigate variances, and support accruals, GL reconciliations, chargebacks and invoice tracking. Provide clear commentary on financial results, emerging issues and required actions.
• Reporting & Insights – Prepare accurate financial and operational reports, dashboards and executive-ready presentations. Analyze data from multiple systems, identify trends and exceptions, and translate findings into concise insights for leadership decision-making.
• Operational Governance & Risk – Support project and operational governance, resource allocation, control activities and issue tracking. Identify risks, gaps and exceptions, escalating concerns and supporting remediation, including operational and third-party risk activities.
• Process Improvement & Change – Document, develop and improve operational processes, procedures and reporting to strengthen consistency and efficiency. Support the implementation of new tools and ways of working, including process communication, onboarding and training.
• Eclipse & Resource Management – Support resource allocation governance and provide first-line user support for Eclipse, including onboarding, guidance and troubleshooting. Help maintain data quality and resolve process or reporting issues.
• Stakeholder & Business Support – Work collaboratively with business and functional partners to coordinate deliverables, resolve issues and maintain accurate information. Support the Director with ad hoc analysis, executive presentations and assessments of financial, resource and operational impacts.

Who You Are

• You have experience in project coordination, project controls, financial planning and analysis, and/or business management. Experience with project financials, forecasting, variance analysis, GL reconciliation and financial reporting. Experience in process documentation, design, improvement and implementation. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; experience with Power BI, Alteryx, Jira, Confluence, SharePoint is an asset.
• You give meaning to data. You enjoy investigating complex problems and making sense of information. You communicate detailed information in a meaningful way.
• You know that details matter. You notice things that others don't. Your critical thinking skills help to inform your decision making.
• You're passionate about people. You find meaning in relationships and surround yourself with a diverse network of partners. You connect with others through respect and authenticity.
• 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

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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 Mailbox.careers-carrieres@cibc.com
• 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 Location

Toronto-81 Bay, 33rd Floor

Employment Type

Regular

Weekly Hours

37.5

Skills

Analytical Thinking, Business Case Development, Business Management, Client Service, Communication, Deliverables Management, Financial Management, Process Improvements, Project Controls, Project Management, Project Planning, Relationship Management, Technical Knowledge, Work Collaboratively