Job Description

We\xe2\x80\x99re building a relationship-oriented bank for the modern world. We need talented, passionate professionals who are dedicated to doing what\xe2\x80\x99s 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



What you\'ll be doing

Reporting to the Associate Vice President, Banking, Wealth and Corporate Controller, the Director, Personal and Business Banking Controller (the \xe2\x80\x9cPBB Controller\xe2\x80\x9d) supports the PBB & Simplii strategic business units by providing leadership and coaching to a team of finance professionals to deliver on accurate and timely financial results used for statutory, regulatory and management reporting for these business units. The PBB Controller is a trusted advisor and working group member on strategic finance projects and business initiatives. The PBB Controller steers the team to achieve continuous improvements and operational excellence. The PBB Controller works closely with Finance stakeholders and other cross-functional groups to execute on this mandate.

At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. You\xe2\x80\x99ll have the flexibility to manage your work activities within a hybrid work arrangement where you\xe2\x80\x99ll spend 1-3 days per week on-site, while other days will be remote.

How you\xe2\x80\x99ll succeed

Relationship building - Establish strong relationships and deliver on PBB & Simplii LOB business decision support, accounting guidance, investigative analysis.

Control focused - Ensure compliance with accounting standards and effective financial process controls.

Talent development - Lead and develop a highly skilled progressive accounting team including oversight of an offshore managed service team.

General ledger ownership - Oversee month end close of the finance general ledger, explanation of PBB & Simplii LOB financial results, submission of financial reporting & disclosures deliverables and review of quarterly Board materials.

Operational excellence - Drive continuous improvements that strengthen controls to manage financial reporting risks within risk appetite, streamline finance operational processes and increase productivity across the team

Deliver on purpose - Affect teamwork across finance and cross-functional teams with CIBC purpose focus and behaviours

Who you are

You are a caring and accountable leader. You\xe2\x80\x99re passionate about developing and growing team members abilities. You have experience providing coaching and hands on support to meet team goals.

You can demonstrate 10+ years relevant work experience in complex financial services organizations. It\xe2\x80\x99s an asset if you have comprehensive knowledge of banking products and services, along developing processes and controls. Strong knowledge of IFRS is also considered an asset, along with excellent communication skills and the ability to translate technical guidance into business terms and implications.

You\xe2\x80\x99re a certified professional. You have current accreditation and good standing in a CPA designation or equivalent.

You know that details matter. You notice things that others don\'t. Your critical thinking skills help to inform your decision making.

You\xe2\x80\x99re goal oriented. You\xe2\x80\x99re motivated by accomplishing your goals and delivering your best to make a difference.

You love to learn. You\'re passionate about growing your knowledge. You have a strong sense of curiosity.

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 health benefits program, defined benefit pension plan, an employee share purchase plan 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.

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

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.

Job Location Toronto-81 Bay, 26th Floor

Employment Type Regular

Weekly Hours 37.5

Skills

Account Consolidation, Accounting, Accounting Processes, Communication, Consolidated Financial Statements, Continual Improvement Process, Financial Advising, Financial Analysis and Reporting, Financial Controlling, Financial Operations, General Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Leadership, Problem Solving

CIBC