Olga Ravikovich, Cpa, Ca, Pmp
About Olga Ravikovich, Cpa, Ca, Pmp
Olga Ravikovich is the Director, Controller of Global Rates - Fixed Income at CIBC, with extensive experience in financial management and project leadership.
Title and Role at CIBC
Olga Ravikovich currently holds the position of Director, Controller of Global Rates - Fixed Income at CIBC. She has been in this role since 2019. In this capacity, she is responsible for overseeing the financial regulatory framework, managing risk, and ensuring compliance within the global rates and fixed income segments of the bank. Her experience and expertise in accounting and finance play a critical role in her leadership and strategic planning efforts.
Previous Experience at Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan
Olga Ravikovich spent a significant part of her career at the Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan. She held several senior positions there between 2007 and 2019, including Senior Manager, Business Management; Senior Manager, Metrics and Reporting; Senior Manager, Project Portfolio Management; and Manager, Audit Services. In these roles, she was instrumental in leading business management initiatives, enhancing metrics and reporting, and managing projects. Her work contributed to improved risk management and operational efficiency.
Early Career at Deloitte
Olga Ravikovich began her career at Deloitte, where she worked as a Senior Staff Accountant from 2003 to 2007. During her four-year tenure at Deloitte, she gained substantial experience in accounting and audit services. This foundational experience equipped her with critical skills in financial analysis, audit processes, and compliance, which have been invaluable throughout her career.
Educational Background and Professional Certifications
Olga Ravikovich earned her Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) from the Schulich School of Business at York University, completing her studies in 2003. She holds both CPA (Certified Public Accountant) and CA (Chartered Accountant) designations, highlighting her strong foundation in accounting and finance. Additionally, she is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP), which underscores her capabilities in managing and leading complex projects.
Specialization and Expertise
Olga Ravikovich is known for her structured approach to problem-solving, especially in financial contexts. She has a reputation for using data storytelling to provide actionable insights to executives, helping to improve decision-making processes. Moreover, she specializes in analyzing complex business issues and developing practical solutions to enhance efficiency and reduce risks. Her passion for continuous improvement and efficiency drives her to excel in process optimization and risk reduction initiatives.