Director, Finance

USAA•San Antonio, TX

3d•$127,310 - $243,340•Hybrid

About The Position

As the Director of Finance, you will be a key leader within the finance function, responsible for driving financial planning, analysis, and reporting excellence. You will lead a team of finance professionals in developing comprehensive financial forecasts, insightful management reports, and compelling board deliverables. This role is critical in organizing and integrating the necessary resources and systems to ensure efficient and effective financial operations. You will play a key role in supporting strategic decision-making through robust financial insights and a strong control environment. We offer a flexible work environment that requires an individual to be in the office 4 days per week. This position is based in San Antonio, TX. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field is required; OR 4 years of related experience (in addition to the minimum years of experience required) may be substituted in lieu of degree.
8 years of treasury and/or finance operations experience in the financial services industry.
OR advanced degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or Economics and 6 years of treasury and/or finance operations experience in the financial services industry.
Subject matter expert on the principles and theories of treasury or finance operations, finance, accounting and/or other related financial business fields and disciplines.
Knowledge and experience with functionalities of corporate financial or tax systems.
3 years direct team lead or management experience required to include demonstrated ability to develop talent, manage workflow and project execution, foster open communication, and manage and improve processes.
Experience successfully communicating and influencing finance/treasury operations matters with leadership.
Ability to effectively work with internal and external partners.

Nice To Haves

US military experience through military service or a military spouse/domestic partner.
Strategic Financial Reporting: Proven experience in developing financial reports for management and Board-level audiences, translating complex data into clear, concise insights.
Cross-Functional Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead and coordinate financial processes and deliverables across multiple stakeholders and business units, fostering effective collaboration.
Data Visualization & Storytelling: Ability to create compelling data visualizations and translate financial results into meaningful narratives that drive strategic decision-making.
Process Automation & System Modernization: Experience with implementing reporting and process automation solutions, and a strong understanding of application and system modernization strategies within finance.
Internal Control Frameworks: Adept at identifying financial control strengths and weaknesses, and developing, implementing, and maintaining a robust internal control framework.
Financial Acumen & Strategic Thinking: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen business acumen to provide strategic financial guidance and support business growth.
Leadership & People Management: Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop finance teams, fostering a positive and productive work environment.

Responsibilities

Develops finance team strategy to achieve business goals and objectives.
Promotes the development of effective team relationships and functions in various capacities as required to ensure the success of team efforts.
Frequently interacts with senior management and peers on finance and accounting matters requiring internal or cross-company coordination.
Serves as a consultant to senior leadership in long-range planning and influences business decision making.
Consistently interacts with senior leadership as a trusted advisor on financial issues.
Makes recommendations to solve short-term decisions, as well as strategic financial business problems.
Assists in developing the financial strategy for supported operating companies.
Identifies problems and critical issues impacting financial operations and implements appropriate responses to meet business challenges. Maintains familiarity with financial oversight and controls in a highly regulated environment.
Leads the development, coordination, and facilitation of identifying and communicating business technology requirements.
Assumes leadership responsibility on select projects.
Builds and oversees a team of employees for assigned functional area through ongoing execution of recruiting, development, retention, coaching and support, performance management, and managerial activities.
Ensures risks associated with business activities are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and controlled in accordance with risk and compliance policies and procedures.