VP Finance - FP&A

About Wintrust Wintrust provides community and commercial banking, specialty finance and wealth management services through its 16 bank charters and nine non‑bank businesses. With more than 200 branch banking locations across Illinois, Florida, Indiana, Michigan and Wisconsin, and commercial banking offices in Chicago, Denver, Milwaukee and Grand Rapids, Wintrust delivers the sophisticated solutions of a large bank while staying true to its relationship‑focused, personalized service. Wintrust is a $66 billion financial institution based in Rosemont, Illinois, and listed on the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the symbol WTFC. Job Summary The VP – FP&A supports financial planning and analysis activities including projects, forecasting, budgeting, reporting and business performance insights. This role partners closely with shared service, executives and other business leaders to provide analytics, reporting and P&L creation and development to help achieve financial and strategic goals. Responsibilities Partner across the organization to develop and enhance FP&A processes, financial reporting, and analytics capabilities. Lead high‑visibility projects focused on profitability analysis, cost attribution, and P&L development across business lines. Coordinate and manage forecasting and budgeting processes for shared service groups. Deliver accurate and timely financial reporting and analysis to business leaders, translating financial results into clear insights and identifying trends, risks and opportunities. Assist in developing and evaluating strategic initiatives and investments, including financial modeling and due diligence for new investments or business opportunities. Provide analytical support on cross‑functional projects and ad hoc initiatives that support key business decisions. Utilize tools such as Workiva, Power BI, Workday and Adaptive Planning to support reporting, automation and advanced financial analytics. Qualifications +10 years of relevant financial experience, ideally in FP&A, corporate finance, consulting or banking. Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or a related field (MBA, CPA or CFA preferred). Experience with intercompany financials, transfer pricing and/or cost allocations is a plus. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to translate complex financial data into clear business insights. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with business leaders and cross‑functional partners. Comfortable working independently while managing multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment. Excellent judgment and professionalism with internal and external stakeholders. High attention to detail with a track record of delivering accurate and high‑quality financial analysis. Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills, including financial modeling and executive‑level presentation materials. Experience with Workday, Adaptive Planning and other reporting/forecasting tools 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 $98,000–$132,000, 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. EEO Statement 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr