Audit Manager, Risk Management

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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

As a member of CIBC’s team, the Audit Manager, Risk Management is responsible for conducting risk-focused audits within the Enterprise, Operational and Personal Credit Risk Management portfolios including supporting Internal Audit groups as needed; 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 Audit Manager, Risk Management 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

How you'll succeed

• Audit execution – Assess key business risks and evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of related processes and controls; identify and communicate internal control weaknesses and inefficiencies to business line management. Advise management and business partners of best practices and promote compliance with CIBC policies and procedures, accounting standards and regulatory requirements.

• Communication – Demonstrate clear concise and influential written and verbal communication skills when discussing audit findings, resolving conflicts or interacting with business partners. Develop strong communication on progress of engagements and providing advice on risk, control and regulatory matters.

• Teamwork facilitation – Work collaboratively with audit management and other audit team members to plan and execute risk-based audits, report audit results and perform continuous monitoring of management’s control environment.  Participate in internal projects to improve and simplify audit processes.

• Project management – Effectively manage multiple audit assignments at different stages of the audit cycle and complete required tasks on a timely basis. Communicate regularly with the team and manager to provide updates on progress.

Who you are

• You can demonstrate experience one of more areas of Audit, Enterprise risk (e.g. risk management governance, capital adequacy, stress testing, risk appetite assessment, environmental risk and reputation risk), Operational Risk (e.g. Fraud Risk, Information Security Risk, Third Party Risk, Risk & Control Self-Assessments (RCSA), incident reporting and Operational Resilience), and Personal and Small Business (Retail) Risk (e.g. real estate secured, unsecured & credit card lending) Management. It is an asset if you possess a Bachelors or equivalent degree in Business, Accounting or Finance and a professional designation (e.g. CPA, MBA, CIA, FRM, CRMA, CFE) or equivalent business experience.

• You understand that success is in the details. You notice things that others don't. Your critical thinking skills help to inform your decision-making.

• 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.

• You're driven by collective success. You know that collaboration can transform a good idea into a great one. You understand the power of an inclusive team that enjoys working together to bring a shared vision to life.

• Your influence makes an impact. You know that relationships and networks are essential to success. You inspire outcomes by making yourself heard.

• Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work, and you live our values - trust, teamwork, and accountability. #LI-TA

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*, 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 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 [email protected]

• 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, 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, 34th Floor

Employment Type

Regular

Weekly Hours

37.5

Skills

Analytical Thinking, Audit Management, Internal Controls, Operating Effectiveness, Risk Based Auditing, Risk Management and Mitigation, Work Collaboratively