Laura Burns
About Laura Burns
Laura Burns is the Senior Manager and Managing Director of Internal Audit, Operations, Retail, HR, and Marketing at CIBC in Chicago, Illinois. She has extensive experience in internal audit and financial management, having previously worked at BMO Harris Bank, Discover Financial Services, Bell and Howell, Deloitte, and Prudential Capital Group.
Current Role at CIBC
Laura Burns is the Senior Manager and Managing Director of Internal Audit, Operations, Retail, HR, and Marketing at CIBC in Chicago, Illinois. She has held this position since 2021, leveraging her extensive experience in various financial and management roles to ensure comprehensive internal auditing and operational efficiency across multiple departments.
Previous Experience at BMO Harris Bank
Before joining CIBC, Laura Burns worked at BMO Harris Bank as the Senior Audit Manager of Regulatory Compliance. Serving in this role from 2015 to 2022, she was responsible for ensuring that the bank’s operations adhered to stringent regulatory standards and compliance mandates. Her contributions were crucial in maintaining regulatory integrity and operational compliance over a span of seven years.
Career at Discover Financial Services
Laura Burns was employed as the Senior Manager of Internal Audit at Discover Financial Services between 2010 and 2015. In this capacity, she managed internal audit processes to fortify the company’s financial integrity and operational transparency. Her five-year tenure was marked by her steadfast commitment to enhancing internal controls and audits.
Education and Academic Background
Laura Burns holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Accounting and Finance from DePaul University. Her academic background in these disciplines has provided a strong foundation for her extensive career in financial analysis, treasury operations, and audit management.