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.
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What you'll be doing
The Director, Financial Analysis partners with business lines and other functional groups to provide insight and analysis. Our core responsibilities include measuring and assessing business performance, analyzing results and recommending improvements, providing strategic advice to senior management, and supporting the strategic 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 overall business.
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 at least 3 days per week on-site in our Chicago office, while other days will be remote.
How you'll succeed
Financial Planning & Forecasting
Lead the annual planning process and quarterly forecasts for U.S. legal entity results
Analyze financial performance and identify key drivers
Deliver variance analysis with clear, actionable insights
Full P&L and balance sheet ownership for reporting and forecasting U.S. legal entities including capital planning
Executive & Board Reporting
Develop and deliver high-quality materials for executive leadership and Board of Directors
Translate complex financial data into clear, concise narratives (“storytelling”)
Ensure consistency, accuracy, and timeliness of all reporting deliverables
Monthly and quarterly reporting and variance analysis for legal entity results
Reporting Transformation & Process Improvement
Redesign and modernize financial reporting packages to improve clarity, relevance, and usability
Identify and implement automation opportunities across FP&A processes
Streamline data flows, reduce manual effort, and enhance controls
Document current processes
Business Partnership
Lead the monthly financial close meetings providing analysis during the close
Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders across Finance
Support ad hoc analysis and scenario modeling and needed
Drive a culture of accountability and performance management
Who you are
You possess 8+ years of progressive finance experience, with significant exposure to corporate financial planning and analysis (FP&A) and reporting
You portray strong understanding of financial statements and legal entity reporting
You are a self-starter with the ability to work independently and provide leadership and effective management of staff
You are able to prioritize and manage multiple requests, frequently working under tight time constraints
You show expertise in Excel, proficiency in Word and Powerpoint. Skills in other data tools such as Alteryx, Tableau, and PowerBI a plus
You have proven experience supporting executive-level and board reporting
At CIBC, we offer a competitive total rewards package. This role has an expected salary range of $165,000 - $200,000K for the Chicago, IL 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.
This position does not offer visa sponsorship.
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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 StEmployment Type
RegularWeekly Hours
40Skills
Analytical Thinking, Business Banking, Critical Thinking, Deliverables Management, Financial Analysis, Group Problem Solving, Leadership, Management Reporting, Project Management, Retail Banking