Regional & Specialty Banking Finance Manager

Description

Responsible for providing Financial Planning & Analysis for Regional Banking and Business Credit & Specialty Banking and Community Development organizations within the Consumer & Regional Banking Segment. Partners closely with identified colleagues in one or more significant business segments or regions, responsible for continuous improvement on financial focus and performance expectations in an effort to deliver enhanced earnings to the organization through strategic, short & long-term financial forecasting, budgeting, reporting, and financial analysis.

This role is a fast paced, deadline driven position, often requiring participation, or leading of large complex projects. Produces monthly reporting information consumed by internal and external audiences while working closely with Segment, Treasury, Balance Sheet Management, Regulatory Reporting, and IT.

Direct supervisor of finance professionals, leading as an integral partner in the performance of significant regions and/or business segments.

Job Description

Engage, communicate, and manage expectations of segment and finance leadership teamsLead Regional Banking monthly close and forecasting processesFacilitate push down of high-level annual segment budget to various geographic marketsDevelop and deliver key financial insights through action-oriented reportingPartner with Regional Banking and Finance leadership teams to create and execute strategies and other tactics to improve performanceEstablish regular reporting routines of key financial performance indicatorsPartner with segment management and incentive teams to help design, model, and monitor effectiveness of Regional Banking incentive plansWork with segment management to set sales and production goals that are aligned to financial budgetAnalyze product profitability/pricing to optimize results and achieve financial budgetPartner directly with Regional Presidents and their leadership teamsOversee the entire financial planning process. Provides advanced, short & long-term financial analysis to assess performance, identify trends, and evaluate financial viability of business initiatives. Conducts and documents complex ad-hoc financial analysis projects.Leads the development and analyzes budgeting, forecasting, and/or strategic planning for an identified significant business segment/region. Identifies trends and developments in competitive environments.Gathers, analyzes, prepares, and summarizes recommendations for financial plans, acquisition activity, future trended future requirements, and operating forecasts. Monitor budget performance and provide variance analysis to support decision making.Evaluate financial performance and identify areas for improvement and conduct variance analysis and provide insights to support decision-making.Manages assembly of monthly Financial Performance Review materials. Prepare and deliver regular ad-hoc reports with written commentary and analysis on business performance. Present financial insights to senior management and executive leadership.Heavy collaboration with Strategy, Investor Relations, and Finance cross-functional teams and business partners to drive financial performance improvements. Partner with Controllership to ensure appropriate G/L entries are prepared and posted.Maintain financial forecast and budget tools, develop annual budget and business plan based on the drivers of the business that meets the desired corporate targets.Ensure the consistent delivery of data and information that supports writing and verbal reporting. Provide governance of financial reporting and forecast hierarchies.Implement improvements to enhance the efficiency of financial processes and create solutions for data needs in a changing Regulatory reporting environment.Lead colleague and compensation planning including coordination with Human Resources liaison to ensure forecast aligns with hiring plans for certain support functions within the Commercial BankAttract, develop, and manage a team of direct reports supporting Financial Information run/build environment

Basic Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Accounting, Math, or Engineering required8 - 10 years of finance or risk management experience in Financial Services IndustryExperience partnering directly with segment directors/senior leadershipStrong Excel & PowerPoint experience required

Preferred Qualifications

MBA in Finance or AccountingCPA, CFA, or other relevant certificationsAbility to resolve issues & drive performanceData visualization skills for executive level presentationsOutstanding time management and prioritization skillsManagement, mentoring, and client partnership skillsTechnical skills: Essbase, Excel, PowerPointSelf-starter, proactive, analytical, curious, goal-oriented, resourceful, problem-solverWell-developed written & verbal communication skillsStrong analytical skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.Strong proficiency in financial modeling, data analysis, and MS Excel.Proven ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate financial information to stakeholders at all levels.Proven leadership and team management experience, with the ability to mentor and develop team members.

Exempt Status: (Yes = not eligible for overtime pay) (No = eligible for overtime pay)

Yes

Workplace Type

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