Senior Finance Lead - Cost Allocation & Technology Programs

At U.S. Bank, we’re on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions and enabling the communities we support to grow and succeed. We believe it takes all of us to bring our shared ambition to life, and each person is unique in their potential. A career with U.S. Bank gives you a wide, ever-growing range of opportunities to discover what makes you thrive at every stage of your career. Try new things, learn new skills and discover what you excel at—all from Day One.Job DescriptionThe Senior Finance Lead – Cost Allocation & Technology Programs provides strategic leadership for enterprise technology cost allocation, financial transparency, expense governance, and cross-functional Finance initiatives. The role partners with senior leaders across Finance, Accounting, Financial Operations, Tax, Technology, and business lines to develop, implement, and evolve methodologies, governance frameworks, and operating practices that support informed decision-making and effective financial management.This position leads highly complex initiatives with significant business, financial, and organizational impact. The role serves as a trusted advisor to Finance leadership, influencing enterprise decisions, driving alignment across stakeholders, and ensuring cost allocation methodologies, governance processes, and financial management practices remain scalable, transparent, and aligned with organizational objectives.Job responsibilities include:Lead the design, implementation, and evolution of technology cost allocation methodologies, governance frameworks, and supporting business processes.Partner with Finance and business leaders to improve transparency, accountability, and consistency in expense attribution and financial decision-making.Develop and maintain governance structures, standards, controls, and operating practices supporting cost allocation and financial management activities.Provide strategic consultation and recommendations regarding allocation methodologies, funding models, chargeback approaches, and related financial impacts.Lead highly visible cross-functional initiatives involving Finance, Accounting, Financial Operations, Tax, Technology, Risk, and business-line stakeholders.Assess and communicate financial, operational, and strategic implications associated with proposed methodology changes and transformation initiatives.Drive executive-level discussions regarding priorities, risks, trade-offs, implementation strategies, and expected outcomes.Develop materials and recommendations for senior leadership, governance committees, and executive decision forums.Identify opportunities to streamline processes, strengthen governance, improve transparency, and enhance organizational effectiveness.Influence enterprise decisions and drive alignment across diverse stakeholder groups where authority is largely achieved through expertise, credibility, and partnership.Basic QualificationsBachelor's degree in accounting or finance, or equivalent work experience13 or more years of relevant financial management experienceFive or more years of management experiencePreferred Skills/ExperienceConsiderable knowledge of accounting/finance principlesAdvanced planning and analytical skillsExcellent communication skillsMBA or CPA preferredLocation Expectations:This role requires working from a U.S. Bank location three (3) or more days per week.If there’s anything we can do to accommodate a disability during any portion of the application or hiring process, please refer to our disability accommodations for applicants. Benefits:Our approach to benefits and total rewards considers our team members’ whole selves and what may be needed to thrive in and outside work. That's why our benefits are designed to help you and your family boost your health, protect your financial security and give you peace of mind. Our benefits include the following:Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)Basic term and optional term life insuranceShort-term and long-term disabilityPregnancy disability and parental leave401(k) and employer-funded retirement planPaid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)Up to 11 paid holiday opportunitiesAdoption assistanceSick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by lawReview our full benefits available by employment status here. U.S. Bank is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, and other factors protected under applicable law.E-VerifyU.S. Bank participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program in all facilities located in the United States and certain U.S. territories. The E-Verify program is an Internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Learn more about the E-Verify program.The salary range reflects figures based on the primary location, which is listed first. The actual range for the role may differ based on the location of the role. In addition to salary, U.S. Bank offers a comprehensive benefits package, including incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase 401(k) contribution and pension (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). Pay Range: $143,905.00 - $169,300.00U.S. Bank will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment. U.S. Bank conducts background checks consistent with applicable local laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act as well as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. U.S. Bank is subject to, and conducts background checks consistent with the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA). In addition, certain positions may also be subject to the requirements of FINRA, NMLS registration, Reg Z, Reg G, OFAC, the NFA, the FCPA, the Bank Secrecy Act, the SAFE Act, and/or federal guidelines applicable to an agreement, such as those related to ethics, safety, or operational procedures.Applicants must be able to comply with U.S. Bank policies and procedures including the Code of Ethics and Business Conduct and related workplace conduct and safety policies.Posting may be closed earlier due to high volume of applicants.SummaryLocation: Charlotte, NCType: Full time