Audit Manager, US Capital Markets

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute audit engagements across a portfolio of Capital Markets activities, ensuring that all work aligns with CIBC’s Internal Audit methodology and regulatory requirements.
• Lead and manage larger, more complex audit engagements and projects, sometimes concurrently, ensuring quality and adherence to standards.
• Provide guidance, feedback, and learning opportunities to audit team personnel, fostering professional growth and a positive team culture.
• Develop strong relationships with senior management and other key stakeholders, facilitating open communication and collaboration.
• Identify risks and controls within business processes, design audit programs, review workpapers, and draft high-quality audit reports with minimal oversight.
• Contribute to a team-oriented culture by sharing information, resolving conflicts, and supporting other project teams as needed.

Qualifications

• Relevant education and certifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, and professional certifications such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and Certified Internal Auditor (CIA).
• Extensive audit experience: 7+ years of relevant experience, including Capital Markets activities and products, as well as exposure to FINRA, CFTC, and Security-Based Swap Dealer (SBSD) regulations.
• Project management skills: Demonstrated ability to handle shifting priorities and complex, ambiguous situations independently.
• Effective communication and collaboration: Strong analytical, written/verbal communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills, with a high level of expertise in collaborating with internal and external parties.
• Leadership qualities: Prior managerial experience and a track record of leading with integrity and professionalism.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range: $145,000 USD - $170,000 USD based on experience, qualifications, and location.
• Incentive compensation plan: Eligibility for a discretionary bonus component.
• Benefits package: Includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, Disability, Paid Time Off, Holidays, and 401(k), plus other special perks for our team members.

Pay

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.

Schedule

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.