Senior Manager, FP&A - Tech / Project Finance

Company: Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce
Location: Chicago
Posted on: April 4, 2026

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 What you’ll be doing The Senior Manager, FP&A will play a pivotal role in supporting Project Finance, Technology, Security, Operations, and Facilities. Reporting to the Director of FP&A, this individual contributor position partners with key stakeholders across the organization to deliver insightful financial analysis, drive process improvements, and support strategic decision-making. The role may evolve to include direct reports in the future. 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 2-3 days per week on-site, while other days will be remote. How you’ll succeed Month-End Close & Accounting Support: Collaborate with Accounting and Operations teams to ensure accurate and timely month-end close for assigned areas. Demonstrate strong understanding of technology and real estate terminology, and apply the appropriate accounting treatment under both IFRS and GAAP. Variance Analysis: Conduct in-depth analysis of financial results, identify trends, and effectively communicate key variance drivers to stakeholders. Reporting & Forecasting: Prepare and deliver high-quality financial reports, forecasts, and presentations to senior management, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. Annual Planning: Lead and coordinate the annual planning process for supported functions, including budget development, scenario analysis, and alignment with organizational objectives. Project Finance: Provide comprehensive financial support for capital projects, including business case evaluation, financial modeling, and post-implementation reviews. Business Partnering: Foster strong relationships with Technology, Security, Operations, and Facilities teams to understand business priorities and deliver actionable financial insights. Process Improvement: Identify and implement opportunities to enhance FP&A processes, reporting, and analytics. Champion best practices to drive continuous improvement. Ad-Hoc Analysis: Support strategic initiatives and business cases through robust financial modeling and analysis. Deliver high-quality work on special projects and ad hoc requests as needed. Who you are You have a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field. You possess 8-10 years of progressive experience in FP&A or related financial roles. You are an experienced leader managing multiple capital projects, process improvements, and stakeholder expectations. You show advanced proficiency in SAP, Essbase, and Power BI. You have your CPA and/or MBA preferred but not required. You portray strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills. You are able to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment. At CIBC, we offer a competitive total rewards package. This role has an expected salary range of $130 - $160K 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. LI-TA California residents — your privacy rights regarding your actual or prospective employment 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, 5th Fl Employment Type Regular Weekly Hours 40 Skills Corporate Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), Essbase Reporting, Financial Analysis, Hyperion Essbase, Microsoft Excel, Monthly Reporting, Reporting and Analysis

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