CIBC CPA Rotational Leadership Program

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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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At CIBC we are on a mission to build the relationship-focused bank of the future and we are seeking students entering their final year of a Bachelor or Masters degree in Fall 2026 and working towards their Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation for our 2027 CPA Rotational Leadership Program.

We embrace your strengths and your ambitions so you are empowered at work and can achieve your full potential. Our team members have what they need to make a meaningful impact and are truly valued for who they are and what they contribute.

We aim to create an engaged team that reflects the clients and communities we serve.

What Youll Be Doing

When you join the CIBC CPA Rotational Leadership Program (the Program) youll gain hands-on experience in Finance and Internal Audit under the guidance of experienced professionals. Youll be paired with an approved CPA Mentor who will support your development as you work toward your CPA designation.

Over the course of the 24-month Program (time to completion will be closer to 30 months providing you time for vacation study and the CPA Professional Readiness Module) you will follow a work plan that will ensure you meet the Experience Requirements for your Professional Work Experience.

The Program has been designed so youll complete the CPA Professional Program requirements and make progress toward earning your CPA designation:

• In Year 1youllspend 11 months (counts towards 10-months work experience) in Internal Audit and have an opportunity to gain Assurance experience by planning and conducting risk-based audits while rotating through multiple audit teamsthat support different lines of businessand building your knowledge of CIBC the design andoperational effectivenessof controls working directly with business management and communicating issues along with action plans for their resolution.

• In Year 2youllspend 15 months in Finance (counts towards 14-months work experience) and be accountable for financial analysis and reportingincluding the preparation and reconciliation of financial information and the development of new or enhanced reporting systems policiesproceduresand controls to meet user requirements and changing circumstances.

• Youll have the option to select an elective third year rotation to broaden or deepen your experience with assurance accounting taxation or other teams whileplanning foryour next career role at final year may be spent in one of our CFO Groups (Personal & Business Banking WealthManagement Treasuryor Capital Markets) Asset ManagementInvestor Relations Internal Audit or Finance Shared Services based on your preferred area of focus and business needs.

Throughout the Program you will build knowledge ofourclientsandbusiness emergingopportunitiesand threats to thebankingindustryandchanging external regulationsand accounting requirementswith an opportunity to add value to CIBC.

Please note that rotation durations and program start dates may be subject to change and adjusted in response to updates in CPAOs education requirements as they are announced.

Eligibility and Application Requirements:

• You are graduating in Spring 2027 with an undergraduate degree

• You must be registered with CPA Ontario and have met the CPA Ontario admission requirements including:

  • A recognized degree or equivalent

  • At least 120 credit hours (or equivalent)

  • A minimum GPA that meets CPAOs requirements across those 120 credit hours

  • Successful completion of the Knowledge Assessment or CPA Qualifying Courses (7 required and 8 additional business courses)

• You must successfully complete a graduate program with an Accredited PSI such that you are eligible to write the Professional Final Examination (Part 1 Core and Part 2 Leadership) in September 2027.

• You have a strong academic record with a GPA of at least 70%

• Applications should include your resume (no more than 2 pages) and cover letter (no more than 1 page and unofficial transcripts (undergraduate mandatory Masters if applicable). Please upload all files as one PDF document in the resume/cv section of the application.

• Work Location: Toronto CIBC Square (Hybrid)

• Duration of Program: 24-months (total time in program is closer to 30-months to provide you with vacation and study time).

• Available Start Date: October 6 2027

How Youll Succeed

We invest in you to set you up for success.

We will equip you with the skills and knowledge to help you get acclimated to each rotation and the CIBC CPA Rotational Leadership Program we know there is a learning curve and we are here to help.

• You will be partnered with a mentor at CIBC who is a CPA professional and will support you throughout the program in your completion of the CPA competencies.

• We will support you in writing the CPA Professional Exams including flexibility for study time as needed and financial support.

• Its hands-on so you will gain the real-life experience you need to complete your CPA designation while also preparing for future career opportunities at CIBC.

Who You Are

• You act like an owner. You thrive when youre empowered to take the lead go above and beyond and deliver results.

• You enjoy problem solving by investigating complex problems and making sense of information. Youreconfident in your ability to communicate detailed information in an impactful way.

• You possess strong data and analytical skills including advanced proficiency in Excel.

• You understand that success is in the details and notice things that others dont. Your critical thinking skills help to inform your decision making.

• Youve got initiative. You enjoy challenging your personal and professional limits by capitalizing on opportunities outside your comfort zone.

• You embrace and champion change and continuously evolve your thinking and the way you work to deliver your best.

• Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work and you live our values trust teamwork and accountability.

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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* 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

• CIBC is committed to clarity in our hiring process. All roles posted are opportunities were actively recruiting for unless stated otherwise.

• 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 test (such as simulation coding French proficiency).

• We use artificial intelligence tools during the recruitment process. 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

Accounting Standards Analytical Thinking Compliance Assurance Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) Internal Auditing Management Controls Operations Management Policy Procedures Risk Control
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1