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Finance Lead, Commercial Bank(Hybrid)

Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation
Los Angeles, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 24 Mar 2025

About the role

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

SMBC MANUBANK was formed by a group of banking entrepreneurs in June 1962. Our scope is to serve the specialized needs of California middle-market businesses, manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, importers, exporters, and service companies, including small businesses and professionals.

Our mission is to be "the bank of choice" for middle market and professional service companies by establishing long term customer relationships and loyalty, providing superior products and services through a core of highly skilled and seasoned bankers.
To achieve our mission to be the 'bank of choice' for middle market and professional services companies, we are focused on our vision to be the premier California regional business bank that can provide the sophistication and expertise of a larger institution with the personal 'high touch' services of a smaller bank.


Specialties:

Commercial Loans and Lines of Credit, Asset-Based Financing, SBA Loans, and Specialized Financing, Real Estate Loans, Cash Management Services, International Services

JOB SUMMARY:

SMBC MANUBANK is seeking a Vice President, Finance Lead for the Commercial Bank to oversee and coordinate the financial forecasting, budgeting, reporting, and analytics of the Commercial Bank, which includes several business verticals within its umbrella. This individual will be at the nexus of the financial organization and the Commercial Bank and will be relied upon to build top tier financial processes and procedures and take lead on projects that will transform the efficiency and profitability of the organization.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Financial budgeting, forecasting and modeling: Lead the monthly re-forecasting and annual budgeting process for the Commercial Bank. Advanced ability to develop and enhance loan and deposit forecast models and related financial analytics is a must.
  • Reporting and analysis: Develop in-depth understanding of financials and leverage financial modeling, data analytics, and accounting expertise to accurately guide stakeholders on the Bank’s financial picture.
  • Strategic planning: Work closely with the Commercial Bank leaders to understand the future of their products, services, and the businesses they serve. Work hand in hand with the Head of FP&A and CFO to combine the Commercial Bank financials with other business units under SMBC MANUBANK to understand and direct the consolidated bank financial strategy.
  • Business partnerships: Strong relationship-building acumen to liaise with the senior leadership of the Commercial Bank and the business partners at SMBC Americas.
  • Leadership excellence: Proven ability to rally colleagues, mentor teams, and drive results.
  • Communication: Effectively communicate financial performance, trends, and risks and opportunities to stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
  • Change management: Implement, and maintain momentum for, technological and process transformation initiatives.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, or related field 
  • Minimum of 7+ years of experience in financial planning & analysis within the financial services or banking industry.
  • In-depth knowledge of banking-specific financial management concepts and familiarity with the banking regulatory environment.
  • Strong leadership and people management skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence senior leadership and external stakeholders.
  • Analytical mindset with the ability to identify forecasting gaps and recommend actionable solutions.
  • Strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

EOE STATEMENT
SMBC provides reasonable accommodations during candidacy for applicants with disabilities consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please let us know at accommodations@smbcgroup.com.

CCPA DISCLOSURE
Personal Information Collection Notice: This notice contains information under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) about the categories of personal information (PI) of California residents that SMBC MANUBANK collects and the business or commercial purpose(s) for which the PI may be used. We do not sell PI. More information about our collection and use of PI may be found in our CCPA Privacy Policy at https://www.smbcmanubank.com/privacy/ccpa-disclos