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 visitWhat You\xe2\x80\x99ll Be DoingThe Capital Markets Accounting Team is responsible for the integrity and timeliness of the Capital Markets business units\xe2\x80\x99 financial reporting. In this role you will report to the senior manager of the private equity desk within the accounting group. You will embody the CIBC\xe2\x80\x99s One Finance Vision and Guiding Principles.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 SucceedAccounting and Controls \xe2\x80\x93 You drive accurate, complete, and timely inputs to the various reporting groups. You have experience working with various teams to build functioning controls and reconciliations. Inspire adherence to timing in Service Level Agreements and support the investigation and analysis of different methodologies by liaising with the Front Office, Corporate Development, CFO group, Accounting Policy, Reporting, Reconciliations, Technology, and Operations teams.Relationship management \xe2\x80\x93 You have good communication, teamwork, partnership and relationship building skills sufficient to act in a collaborative manner with team members and stakeholders from different backgrounds and experiences. You will liaise daily with Finance, Front Office and other Capital Markets\xe2\x80\x99 stakeholder groups.Agility \xe2\x80\x93 You have an innovative mindset and look for ways to implement enhancements to support agile accounting processes and controls. Ensure changes in accounting policies/requirements are implemented in a controlled manner. Maintain adequate end to end process maps and detailed task manuals in accordance with best practices, regulatory requirements, SOX, and Internal Controls.Who You AreYou understand that success is in the details. You notice things that others don\'t. Your critical, analytical thinking skills, and sound judgement help to inform your decision making.You\xe2\x80\x99re a certified professional. You have current accreditation and good standing in CPA/CFA, or working towards your CPA/CFA designation, with 3+ years of relevant work experience. MBA is an asset.You can demonstrate experience in Capital Markets accounting, in order to support the oversight and governance functions. This includes enhancement of financial controls across multiple groups. You have strong knowledge of IFRS and Financial Reporting requirements for Financial Instruments. You understand the investment accounting and NAV valuation of private equity funds or mutual funds, including carried interest, management fees, etc.. You have experience with fund administration activities such as processing capital calls and distributions. You are familiar with advanced Excel functions, such as pivot tables, xlookups, etc. It\xe2\x80\x99s an asset if you have experience in automating manual processes, and you can clearly communicate with different external and internal stakeholders, including executives and auditors.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.Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work and you live our values \xe2\x80\x93 trust, teamwork and accountability. You are motivated to get to the right answers.What CIBC OffersAt 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 conditionsWhat you need to knowCIBC 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 contactYou 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 tests (such as simulation, coding, French proficiency, MS Office). 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, 26th FloorEmployment Type RegularWeekly Hours 37.5Skills Accounting, Detail-Oriented, Financial Reporting and Analysis, Fund Reporting, Internal Controls, Mutual Funds, Net Asset Value Calculations

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