Senior Finance Manager - FP&A

At Associated Bank we strive to create an inclusive culture where different perspectives are valued and recognized as strengths critical to our success. If you thrive in an environment where your growth and development are encouraged and supported, then Associated Bank may be the right place for you. Associated Bank requires you to directly represent yourself and your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process. Associated Bank conducts a thorough background check on all new hires. Role Summary The Senior Finance Manager provides strategic financial planning and analysis leadership for the Consumer Lending business line, partnering closely with senior leaders to support financial performance, resource allocation, and business strategy. This role leads forecasting, budgeting, financial reporting, and financial modeling efforts while overseeing a team of financial analysts. The position offers the opportunity to influence key business decisions, drive process improvements, and strengthen financial planning capabilities across a high-impact area of the organization. Key Accountabilities Lead financial planning and analysis activities for the Consumer Lending business, including forecasting, budgeting, long-range planning, and financial reporting. Partner with business leaders to evaluate financial performance, strategic initiatives, investments, and business opportunities. Oversee the development and enhancement of complex financial models to support decision-making and performance management. Manage and develop a team of financial analysts, fostering a high-performing and collaborative environment. Present financial insights, recommendations, and executive-level reporting materials to senior leadership. Drive continuous improvement of financial planning processes, forecasting methodologies, and analytical capabilities. Serve as a key liaison between finance and Consumer Lending leadership to align financial strategies with business objectives. Establish and reinforce consistent financial planning standards, best practices, and reporting accuracy across assigned areas. Education & Experience Required Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Finance, Business Management, Economics, Accounting, or a related field 10+ years of progressive financial analysis, financial planning and analysis (FP&A), or banking experience Preferred Prior people management experience Strong proficiency in Excel and financial modeling Demonstrated FP&A leadership experience Banking industry experience Consumer lending experience PowerPoint presentation development skills Why You'll Love Working H ere This is a highly visible role that partners directly with Consumer Lending leadership and contributes to strategic business decisions. You'll have the opportunity to lead and develop a talented team while driving meaningful improvements in forecasting, analytics, and financial planning processes. The role offers broad organizational exposure and the ability to make a measurable impact on business performance. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified parties, including but not limited to people returning to the workforce, people with disabilities, those without a college degree, and veterans or those with military experience. In addition to core traditional benefits, we take pride in offering benefits for every stage of life. Retirement savings including both 401(k) and Pension plans. Paid time off to volunteer in your community. Opportunities to connect with others through our diversity-focused Colleague Resource Groups. Competitive salaries with professional development and advancement opportunities. Bonus benefits including well-being programs and incentives, parental leave, an employee stock purchase plan, military benefits and much more. Personal banking, loan, investment and insurance benefits. Associated Bank serves more than 120 communities throughout Wisconsin, Illinois, Minnesota, and Missouri and we consider our colleagues critical to our continued success. See why our colleagues continually vote us a best place to work in the Midwest. Join our community on Facebook , LinkedIn and X . Artificial Intelligence Statement To support our recruiting process, we may use artificial intelligence ("AI") or automated technologies to collect, organize, sort, and analyze information submitted by applicants. These tools may assist our Talent Acquisition professionals in identifying applicants who appear to satisfy the minimum qualifications for a position. AI is not used to make employment decisions on behalf of Associated Bank. No applicant will be selected or rejected solely based on the output of an AI tool. Hiring decisions are made by Associated Bank personnel who review applicant information and exercise independent judgment in accordance with applicable law and company policies. Compliance Statement Associated Bank is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating #J-18808-Ljbffr associatedbank