VP Finance Sr. Manager - FP&A (Project Management)
Wintrust provides community and commercial banking, specialty finance and wealth management services through its 16 bank charters and nine non-bank businesses. Wintrust delivers the sophisticated solutions of a large bank while staying true to the relationship-focused, personalized service of our community banking roots. We serve clients in all 50 states with more than 200 branch banking locations in Illinois, southwestern Florida, northwestern Indiana, west Michigan and southern Wisconsin and commercial banking offices in Chicago, Denver, Milwaukee, Grand Rapids, Mich., and in key branch banking locations throughout Illinois. Our people are the heart of our business and we are proud to rank consistently as a top place to work. Wintrust is a $66 billion financial institution based in Rosemont, Illinois, and listed on the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the symbol “WTFC.”
Why join us?
An award-winning culture! We are rated a Top Workplace by the Chicago Tribune (past 11 years) and Employee Recommended award by the Globe & Mail (past 6 years)
Competitive pay and discretionary or incentive bonus eligible
Comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life, a 401k plan with a generous company match and tuition reimbursement to name a few
Family-friendly work hours
With 175+ community bank locations, we offer opportunities to grow and develop in your career
Promote from within culture
Why join this team?
We have a culture that encourages an entrepreneurial spirit
We offer multiple opportunities for development and upward mobility
Job Description Summary
The VP, Senior Manager – FP&A leads a team responsible for financial reporting, detailed financial analysis, and integration of plan and forecast, to support businesses and business leadership in achieving financial goals.
What You'll Do
Lead budgeting and forecasting processes for assigned subsidiaries and lines of business, ensuring accuracy and alignment with strategic goals.
Provide strategic insights and analytics to support senior leadership decision-making through affiliate and consolidated financial reporting.
Manage financial analysis and reporting for the holding company, acting as the key liaison between finance and internal stakeholders.
Partner with senior management on strategic initiatives, including due diligence and financial modeling for investments, acquisitions, and new business lines.
Deliver cross-functional financial analysis and scenario modeling to support projects and business case development.
Drive continuous improvement in FP&A processes, reporting, and business partnerships to maximize finance's impact.
Leverage tools such as Workiva, Power BI, Workday, and Adaptive Planning to streamline reporting and enhance decision-making.
Knowledge/Skills/Background/Experience
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; MBA, CPA, or CFA preferred.
8–12 years of progressive financial experience, ideally in banking or financial services.
Proven ability to partner with senior leadership on strategic planning, analysis, and decision-making.
Strong communication, organizational, and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills; experience with Workiva, Power BI, Workday, and Adaptive Planning is a plus.
Benefits
Medical Insurance • Dental • Vision • Life insurance • Accidental death and dismemberment • Short-term and long term Disability Insurance • Parental Leave • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Traditional and Roth 401(k) with company match • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) • Employee Stock Purchase Plan at 5% discount • Critical Illness Insurance • Accident Insurance • Transportation and Commuting Benefits • Banking Benefits • Pet Insurance
Compensation
The estimated salary range for this role is $117,000-$158,000, along with eligibility to earn an annual bonus. Actual salaries may vary based on several factors, such as a candidate's qualifications, skills and experience.
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From our first day in business, Wintrust has been proud to serve a variety of unique communities and people from all walks of life. To build a company that reflects the communities we serve, we believe that fostering a unique and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed will support our ongoing success. Wintrust Financial Corporation, including community banking and financial services subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.
