Chief Financial Officer

It Starts Here:

Santander is a global leader and innovator in the financial services industry and is evolving from a high-impact brand into a technology-driven organization. Our people are at the heart of this journey and together, we are driving a customer-centric transformation that values bold thinking, innovation, and the courage to challenge what’s possible.  This is more than a strategic shift.  It’s a chance for driven professionals to grow, learn, and make a real difference.

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Position Summary:

Responsible for directing and overseeing all aspects of financial accounting and reporting, financial planning and forecasting, tax compliance and reporting, business performance measurement, and internal control. In liaison with other C level executives is responsible for the strategic business planning and policy development of the Bank.
Provides ongoing advice and counsel to the CEO on financial matters related to the Bank’s business activities. As a member of the Executive Management, ALCO, Risk Management, Credit, Compliance, IT and Internal Control Committees make recommendations on strategic business matters and assist in policy setting.
Represents the Bank on financial matters with industry, governmental, and regulatory organizations.
Responsible for ongoing reporting to Head Office on all matters relating to financial accounting, tax, and business performance.

Ensures conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States, International Financial Reporting principles, and applicable federal, state and local laws rules and regulations as it pertains to financial, tax and regulatory reporting.

Position Duties / Responsibilities

Strategy, Planning and Management
• Contributor as strategic business partner to senior executive leadership team as a member of the following committees: Executive Management, ALCO, Risk Management, Credit, Compliance, IT and Internal Control.
• Assess, measure, and evaluate financial performance of the organization with regard to long term and tactical business goals, budgets and forecasts.
• Provide insight and recommendations to both short term and long term growth plan of organization.
• Identifies, acquires and implement systems and software to provide critical financial and business performance information.
• Assists the CEO in the evaluation of internal controls and through the Internal Control Committee provide suggestions for improving internal controls, automating processes, and increasing efficiency.
• Communicate, engage and interact with Board of Directors, CEO, COO, and Executive Leadership Team.
• Assists the CEO establishing yearly financial objectives that align with the company’s plan for growth and expansion.
• Participates in selecting and recommending the engagement of consultants, auditors and external providers.
• Recruit, interview and hire finance, accounting, business performance measurement and internal control personnel as required.
• Participate in pivotal decisions as they relate to strategic initiatives and operational models as a member of Executive Management, ALCO, Risk Management, and IT Steering Committees.
• Interact with and bring department into line with Board of Directors plans initiatives and recommendations.
• Implement policies, procedures and processes as deemed appropriate by executive leadership team.

Financial Analysis, Budgeting and Forecasting
• Presents monthly financial reports including the monthly income statement, statement of condition and business strategy results.
• Review and analyze monthly financial results and measures business performance
• Identify, develop and execute analysis of business initiatives, product launches and/or new service offerings.
• Develop and maintain the annual operating budget and capital plan.
• Directs financial planning and analysis department. Supervise creation of reports, software implementation and tools for budgeting and forecasting.

Accounting, General Ledger, Administration and Operations
• Oversee the accounting department to ensure the proper functioning of all systems, databases and financial software.
• Review and ensure application of appropriate internal controls, SOX compliance and financial procedures.
• Ensure timeliness and accuracy of financial and management reporting data for federal regulators, tax authorities, external auditors and Bank’s board of directors.
• Oversee the preparation and communication of weekly, monthly and annual financial statements.
• Oversee the preparation and timely filing of all local, state and federal tax returns.
• Oversee SOX compliance regarding all financial functions.
• Oversee the month end close process, constantly reviewing procedures while eliminating inefficiencies.
• Oversee preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements.
• Review all month-end closing activities including general ledger accounts, balance sheet accounts and overhead cost allocation.
• Enhance and implement financial and accounting systems, processes, tools and control systems
• Hire, develop and manage accounting directors, managers and staff
• Serve as a key point of contact for external auditors; Manage preparation and support of all external audits.
• Coordinate and strategize methods used to attain team goals with Chief Accounting Officer and Controller.

Taxes
• Oversee the Tax department to ensure compliance with federal, state and local tax regulations.
• Assist the head office with Corporate tax planning.

Team Development/Management
• Oversee the day-to-day activities of theDepartment including budgeting, planning and staff development
• Recruit and manage appropriate Finance team to support the development and execution of the Finance strategy and objectives
• Promote a culture of high performance and continuous improvement that values learning and a commitment to quality
• Mentor and develop staff using a supportive and collaborative approach on a consistent basis.
• Establish and monitor staff performance and development goals, assign accountabilities, set objectives, establish priorities, conduct annual performance appraisals, and administer salary adjustments

What Else You Need To Know:

The base pay range for this position is posted below and represents the annualized salary range. For hourly positions (non-exempt), the annual range is based on a 40-hour work week. The exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, training, licensure and certifications and location.

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Risk Culture:

We embrace a strong risk culture and all of our professionals at all levels are expected to take a proactive and responsible approach toward risk management.

EEO Statement:

At Santander, we value and respect differences in our workforce. We actively encourage everyone to apply. Santander is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Working Conditions:

Frequent minimal physical effort such as sitting, standing and walking is required for this role. Depending on location, occasional moving and lifting light equipment and/or furniture may be required.

Employer Rights:

This job description does not list all of the job duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. You may be evaluated in part based upon your performance of the tasks listed in this job description. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. This job description is not a contract for employment and either you or the employer may terminate your employment at any time for any reason.

What To Do Next:

Review the internal eligibility guidelines here. If this sounds like a role you are interested in, then please apply.

We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible application process for all candidates. If you require any assistance or accommodation due to a disability or any other reason, please contact us at TAOps@santander.us to discuss your needs.