at CIBC in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
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)
What you’ll be doing
As a member of CIBC’s team, the Senior Auditor is responsible for conducting risk-focused audits; 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 monthly audit reports, quarterly audit reports, and ongoing legal entity reports to key stakeholders. 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 1-3 days per week on-site, while other days will be remote
Responsibilities:
Assisting in the execution of a comprehensive audit plan that addresses key regulatory requirements and provides a sound third line of defense coverage
Executing and document testing procedures for in-scope areas, including test of design, test of effectiveness and substantive testing to ensure results support audit conclusions and adherence to IA Department standards
Perform work under the direction of the Internal Audit Manager, which can include individual or multiple audit assignments and leading audits
Documentation of audit procedures in a quality manner in compliance with the department’s audit methodology
Conduct risk assessment of assigned department or functional area in established/required timeline
Establish risk-based audit programs
Determine scope of review in conjunction with the Audit Manager
Review the suitability of internal control design
Conduct audit testing of specified area and identify reportable issues and dimension of risk
Determine compliance with policies and procedures
Verbally communicate findings to senior management and draft comprehensive and complete report of audit area
Reviewing audit work papers prepared by the audit staff to ensure for quality and compliance with the department’s audit methodology
Leading teams, emphasizing the supervising of staff by creating a positive working environment through the building of solid relationships with team members; the monitoring of workloads of all team members; adjustment and redistribution of assignments accordingly to promote work/life quality, the taking into account of team members capabilities and needs and meeting of client expectations; encouragement of team dialogue; the providing of candid, meaningful feedback in a timely manner; and the keeping of team members and leadership informed on progress and issues
Using available technical resources and tools to research and expand one’s sphere of knowledge to enhance work product
Collaborating directly with clients, identifying and addressing client needs through building solid relationships with clients; understanding the client’s business; actively participating in client discussions and meetings
Managing day-to-day engagement operations, including preparing concise, accurate documents and balancing project economics management with the occurrence of unanticipated issues; demonstrating flexibility in prioritizing and completing tasks; and communicating potential conflicts to leadership
Ensuring compliance with IIA Standards
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field
Professional certification such as a Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS), or other compliance-related certifications.
Strong knowledge of U.S. banking requirements (e.g., BSA/AML, Fair Lending, Flood, Reg E, UDAAP, etc.) is a plus
3+ years of relevant experience
Ability to work independently in areas of difficult or complex nature
Project management skills, including the ability to manage shifting priorities
Strong analytical, written/verbal communication, interpersonal, and relationship building skills
High level of expertise in collaboration and communication with internal and external parties
Exemplify a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and professionalism
What CIBC offers
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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At CIBC, we offer a competitive total rewards package. Our Senior Auditor I and Senior Auditor II roles have an expected salary range of $90,000 – $120,000 for the New York, New York 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 also may 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.
Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location. Additional total compensation and benefits details will be provided during the hiring process.
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 c