Sr Finance Leader Head of Branch Banking Finance

Company: Wells Fargo
Location: Saint Louis
Posted on: April 9, 2021

Job Description:

Job DescriptionAbout Wells FargoWells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC) is a diversified, community-based financial services company with $1.9 trillion in assets. Founded in 1852, Wells Fargo provides banking, insurance, investments, mortgage, and consumer and commercial financial services through more than 8,600 locations, 13,000 ATMs, online (wellsfargo.com), and mobile devices.Enterprise Finance Enterprise Finance is the office of the CFO which leads financial planning and analysis; leads the line of business finance functions, manages the company's balance sheet, including capital, liquidity, funding and investment portfolios; is responsible for accounting and financial controls, and drives acquisitions and divestitures. The team drives financial performance by understanding the value chain of our products and services and working to prioritize and execute areas of improvement throughout the company. The group strives for excellence in customer service and client support by exhibiting behavior that is fair, reasonable, ethical, and professional.The PositionThis leader will report to the Head of Consumer and Small Business Banking Finance and will be the CFO for Wells Fargo's Consumer Branch Banking business. The position will lead the Branch Banking Finance team and have accountability and responsibility to the Head of Branch Baking. Outstanding leadership skills and the proven ability to foster a culture of strong business expertise, sound controls, and continuous improvement will be determining factors in selection.The key responsibilities for the role include: * Provide strategic financial leadership to the Head of Branch Banking to help create and execute the roadmap leading to optimal financial performance; this includes providing expert advice and analysis to support budgeting, forecasting, costing and reporting activities for the Branch Banking business.* Ensure proper preparation of financials for operating reviews and reports; financial ownership for business cases; and ad-hoc financial analyses. Be prepared to present these financial plans to Wells Fargo senior leaders, including the Operating Committee.* Provide financial advice and guidance for strategic planning as well as other long-range line of business level plans. * Act as the voice of the customer and drive transparency, cost simplification and value measurement.* Uphold and maintain a balance between risk mitigation and operational efficiency. * Ensure regulatory, data, and controls compliance for all processes/programs undertaken by the finance teams supporting the Head of Branch Banking. * Build relationships and partner closely with all Wells Fargo Finance and Consumer and Small Business Banking leaders as well as partners across the entire organization.The CandidateLeadership, a commercial aptitude and credibility will be determining factors in selection. Successful candidates will be articulate and possess a demonstrated leadership capability; the person will have strong inter-personal effectiveness. A key differentiator will be the ability to understand and operate successfully in a complex, heavily matrixed environment. The role requires a sense of urgency, passion for results, and personal accountability for achievement.As a Team Member Manager, you are expected to achieve success by leading yourself, your team, and the business. Specifically you will: * Lead your team with integrity and create an environment where your team members feel included, valued, and supported to do work that energizes them.* Accomplish management responsibilities which include sourcing and hiring talented team members, providing ongoing coaching and feedback, recognizing and developing team members, identifying and managing risks, and completing daily management tasks.Required Qualifications* 8+ years of management experience* 12+ years of experience in one or a combination of the following: finance, accounting, analytics or reportingDesired Qualifications* A BS/BA degree or higher in one or a combination of the following: Finance, Accounting, Analytics, or Reporting* Demonstrated success and mastery managing in a matrixed environmentOther Desired Qualifications* 10+ years of experience as a senior leader in finance, operations or a related field in a large financial services environment* Direct experience working as a CFO for a large business line or complex function preferably in consumer/retail or branch banking business* Experience in developing financial projections and establishing financial goals* Experienced with cost benefit analysis on projects/initiatives* Strong knowledge of financial products as well as the connections between the balance sheet, non-interest income, the underlying business drivers and revenue composition* A leader who operates with a collaborative management style, is execution-focused, and results oriented* Proven ability to attract, develop, and retain a highly engaged, high performing, and diverse team* Demonstrated ability to influence and lead change, develop innovative solutions, build effective partnerships, and manage cross-functional projects in a matrixed organization* Excellent oral and written communication skills, with proven ability presenting complex financial topics tailored to audiences of varying seniority and functions in order to create understanding and influence decisions* A leader who operates with a collaborative management style, is execution-focused, results oriented and has a demonstrated ability to work in a matrixed organization* Excellent oral and written communication skills, with proven ability coherently presenting complex financial topics tailored to all audiencesDisclaimerAll offers for employment with Wells Fargo are contingent upon the candidate having successfully completed a criminal background check. Wells Fargo will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable local, state and Federal law, including Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act.Relevant military experience is considered for veterans and transitioning service men and women.Wells Fargo is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation.

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