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CIBC Sr. Financial Analyst in Chicago, Illinois
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 (https://www.cibc.com/en/about-cibc.html)
U.S. Financial Planning & Analysis partners with the business lines and other functional groups to provide insight and analysis. Our core responsibilities include business performance measurement and assessment, analyzing results and recommending improvements; Support the planning and forecasting processes. Our bank relies on our group to make better decisions, plan for the future, and effectively manage its balance sheet and business as a whole.
The Sr. Financial Analyst is responsible for analysis of projects and cost centers, and includes partnering with operational team members. The role applies analysis to provide a detailed explanation of CIBC’s financial results to support the development and updating project financials. This role is also responsible for business case and change requests, and requires the ability to understand and follow complex instructions. The Sr. Financial Analyst must be able to analyze multiple scenarios of data to complete ad hoc financial research, analysis and reporting for the project both projects and cost centers. The ability to interact and manage successful and effective relationships at all levels of the organization is a critical component of this position.
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.
Responsibilities:
Work with assigned groups to develop and submit budget/forecasts.
Produce & explain monthly reporting packages.
Participate in month-end close process.
Understand and manage balance sheet analysis for project accruals.
Work with business counterparts to deliver Business Cases/Change Requests
Assist to define and document new processes/solutions for complex reporting requirements.
Represent US Finance in cross-functional meetings.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
3+ Years of experience.
Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
Essbase experience is a plus.
SAP experience is a plus
Self-starter with the ability to work independently.
Client focused and is able to anticipate the need of the internal client in a manner that shows a commitment to continuous improvement and delivers high quality output.
Who you are
You know that details matter. You notice things that others don't. Your critical thinking skills help to inform your decision-making.
Your influence makes a difference. You know that relationships and networks are essential to success. You inspire outcomes by sharing your expertise.
You act like an owner. You thrive when you're empowered to take initiative, go above and beyond, and deliver results.
You put our clients first. You engage with purpose to find the right solutions. You go the extra mile because it's the right thing to do.
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 $70,000 - $90,000 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.
At CIBC, our people are our greatest asset. You’ll become part of a diverse community that acknowledges everyone’s unique talents, and empowers teams to do what’s right for the client and to do it well. As part of our team, you will :
Thrive: Benefit from an open and approachable culture that provides the flexibility and support you need to integrate your life at work and home.
Connect: Work in a place where the right technology and infrastructure foster innovation, collaboration, and creativity.
Develop: Grow your skills and career through our best-in-class onboarding experience, ongoing learning opportunities, individual development planning, and comprehensive product training
Prosper: Share in our collective success with a competitive salary, incentive pay, banking benefits, health benefits programs, retirement savings, and more.
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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*, 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
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 tests (such as simulation, coding, 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
IL-120 S LaSalle St
Employment Type
Regular
Weekly Hours
40
Skills
Accounting, Analytical Thinking, Communication, Data Analysis, Financial Analysis, Financial Reporting and Analysis, Management Reporting, Microsoft Applications, Personal Initiative, Report Analysis, Researching
At CIBC, we are in business to help our clients, employees and shareholders achieve what is important to them. Our ability to create value for all CIBC stakeholders is driven by a business culture based on common values: Trust, Teamwork and Accountability.
Working with CIBC makes you a part of a work environment committed to our clients, employees and communities - a place where you can excel.
Every day, our 44,000 employees help our clients achieve their financial goals, because what matters to our clients, matters to us.