Corporate FP&A Business Partner

Glacier Bancorp, Inc.•Kalispell, MT

3h•Onsite

About The Position

The CRP FP&A Business Partner is a strategic finance leader responsible for delivering advanced financial analysis and serving as a trusted advisor to senior and executive leadership. This role requires direct and ongoing interaction with executive and senior management and carries high decision impact and accountability in shaping business outcomes. This position expands beyond traditional financial analysis to include consultative partnership, enterprise-level thinking, and proactive leadership. The Business Partner is expected to independently develop insights, challenge assumptions, and provide well-reasoned recommendations that influence strategic direction, capital allocation, and performance. This is a Corporate position located in Kalispell, MT. The entry-rate pay for this position is $98,243.79 + / per year (calculated for Kalispell, MT). All compensation offers are analyzed individually and take into consideration multiple factors including but not limited to geographic location, years of experience, and educational background.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field.
Minimum of 3 years of progressive experience at a professional services firm specializing in audit, advisory, consulting or similar services, OR Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in FP&A or financial analysis
Advanced financial modeling, forecasting, and analytical capabilities
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ability to utilize analytical and reporting tools (e.g., Power BI, Cognos)
Knowledge of financial institution operations and risk concepts (interest rate risk, liquidity risk, etc.)
Ability to connect financial results to business strategy and enterprise performance
Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Capability to synthesize complex information into clear conclusions and recommendations
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Ability to present complex information clearly and confidently to senior and executive leadership
Strong consultative skills with the ability to influence and persuade stakeholders
High level of ownership, accountability, and professional judgment
Ability to operate effectively in ambiguous, fast-paced, and high-impact environments
Proven ability to build relationships and work effectively across all levels of the organization
Self-motivated, adaptable, and capable of managing multiple priorities
Demonstrated professionalism, discretion, and credibility
Reliable attendance and commitment to organizational standards

Nice To Haves

Banking or financial services experience strongly preferred
Professional designations such as CFA, CPA, CMA, or similar.

Responsibilities

Lead and enhance profitability analysis at the product, customer, and/or segment level.
Provide insights to optimize performance, resource allocation, and growth strategies.
Monitor trends and proactively identify risks and opportunities, escalating findings with recommended actions.
Lead complex financial modeling, forecasting, and scenario analysis to support strategic planning.
Identify and evaluate key economic and business drivers impacting performance.
Translate large, complex datasets into actionable insights and conclusions.
Develop forward-looking analysis to inform decision-making across business lines.
Serve as a primary finance partner to senior and executive leadership.
Provide proactive insights and recommendations that influence strategic decisions and organizational direction.
Lead consultative discussions with business leaders to align financial insights with business strategy.
Present complex financial concepts, risks, and opportunities clearly to executive audiences.
Apply independent judgment and demonstrate accountability in developing recommendations with material business impact.
Identify opportunities to improve data quality, reporting efficiency, and analytical capabilities.
Drive automation and development of tools to enhance FP&A effectiveness.
Promote continuous improvement in financial processes and methodologies.
Manage and leverage use of FP&A Platform
Design, construct and distribute key reporting according to corporate & divisional requirements
Develop, manage and leverage AI capabilities of CoPilot, or other approved AI-assisted tools, within FP&A functions and responsibilities
Collaborate with stakeholders across business units and corporate functions.
Influence outcomes through strong communication, relationship-building, and business acumen.
Support alignment and execution of strategic initiatives across the organization.
Lead complex, cross-functional projects with high levels of ambiguity and impact.
Ensure delivery of actionable recommendations and measurable results.
Take ownership of outcomes and ensure alignment with business objectives.
Must comply with all company policies and procedures and all applicable laws and regulations, including but not limited to the Bank Secrecy Act, the Patriot Act, and the Office of Foreign Assets Control.
Must complete assigned training and maintain compliance with regulatory requirements.