CIBC

Senior Auditor, Operations

CIBC$85K — $105K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years experience in audit planning and execution within a large financial institution.
  • Strong knowledge of auditing practices, accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Understanding of Risk Management principles, particularly in Retail Banking.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, or Finance is preferred; professional designations (CPA, MBA, CIA, etc.) are an asset.
  • Proven critical thinking skills for informed decision-making.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct risk-focused audits across Operations, Data Risk, Governance, and Third Party Risk Management.
  • Advise business units on the design and implementation of robust internal controls.
  • Promote adherence to CIBC policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.
  • Develop and finalize audit reports highlighting control weaknesses and inefficiencies.
  • Collaborate with audit management and team members to execute risk-based audits effectively.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
  • Life and Disability insurance options.
  • Paid Time Off including Sick Leave and Vacation.
  • 401(k) retirement plan.
  • Flexible hybrid work arrangement with 2+ days on-site.
Full Job Description

What you'll be doing

As a member of CIBC’s team, the Senior Auditor is responsible for conducting risk-focused audits primarily covering Operations, Data Risk and Governance & Third Party Risk Management; advising business units on the design, implementation, and maintenance of internal controls; and promoting compliance with CIBC policies and procedures, accounting standards, control policies, and applicable legislation. The role applies advanced concepts to provide expertise in the development and completion of audit reports, risk assessments, continuous monitoring, and other activities as assigned.  The Senior Auditor works with business units to assess the adequacy of controls and develop realistic solutions to control-identified weaknesses using best practices.  Acting as a resource integrator for their area, the role independently resolves complex matters, advising the business of best practices to help mitigate short or medium term risks and exposures..

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+ days per week on-site, while other days will be remote

How you'll succeed

  • Audit execution – Assess key business risks and evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of related processes and controls; identify and communicate internal control weaknesses and inefficiencies to business line management. Advise management and business partners of best practices and promote compliance with CIBC policies and procedures, accounting standards and regulatory requirements.

  • Teamwork facilitation – Work collaboratively with audit management and other audit team members to plan and execute risk-based audits, report audit results and perform continuous monitoring of management’s control environment.  Participate in internal projects to improve and simplify audit processes.

  • Project management - Effectively manage multiple audit assignments at different stages of the audit cycle and complete required tasks on a timely basis. Communicate regularly with the team and manager to provide updates on progress.

Who you are

  • You can demonstrate experience in planning & executing audits. You have a comprehensive knowledge of auditing practices, accounting standards, regulatory requirements and Risk Management principles and knowledge of Retail Banking within a large financial institution. It is an asset if you possess a Bachelor or equivalent degree in Business, Accounting, or Finance and a professional designation (e.g., CPA, MBA, CIA, FRM, CRMA) or equivalent business experience.

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

  • 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 driven by collective success. You know that collaboration can transform a good idea into a great one. You understand the power of an inclusive team that enjoys working together to bring a shared vision to life.

  • Your influence makes an impact. You know that relationships and networks are essential to success. You inspire outcomes by making yourself heard.

  • Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work, and you live our values - trust, teamwork, and accountability.

At CIBC, we offer a competitive total rewards package. This role has an expected salary range of $85,000 - $105,000 USD for the market based on experience, qualifications, and location of the position. The successful candidate may be eligible to participate in the relevant business unit’s incentive compensation plan, which may also include a discretionary bonus component. CIBC offers a full range of benefits and programs to meet our employee’s needs; including Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, Disability, and Other Insurance Plans, Paid Time Off (including Sick Leave, Parental Leave and Vacation), Holidays and 401(k), in addition to other special perks reserved for our team members. #LI-TA

*This role is not eligible for employment sponsorship*

Job Location

IL-70 W Madison St, 8th Fl

Employment Type

Regular

Weekly Hours

40

Skills

Analytical Thinking, Audit Execution, Audit Management, Audit Reporting, Banking, Integrated Audits, Internal Auditing, Internal Controls, Interpersonal Communication, Risk Based Auditing, Risk Management and Mitigation

About CIBC

The Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce is a Canadian multinational banking and financial services corporation headquartered in Toronto, Ontario. The bank is headquartered at Commerce Court in the city's Financial District. CIBC's Institution Number is 010, and its SWIFT code is CIBCCATT. It is one of two Big Five banks founded in Toronto, the other being the Toronto-Dominion Bank. The Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce was formed through the June 1, 1961, merger of the Canadian Bank of Commerce and the Imperial Bank of Canada, the largest merger between chartered banks in Canadian history. The bank has four strategic business units: Canadian Personal and Business Banking, Canadian Commercial Banking and Wealth Management, U.S. Commercial Banking and Wealth Management, and Capital Markets. It has international operations in the United States, the Caribbean, Asia, and United Kingdom; Globally. CIBC serves more than eleven million clients, and has over 40,000 employees. The company ranks at number 172 on the Forbes Global 2000 listing.
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