Finance Axiom Manager

Huntington National Bank•Farmers Branch, TX

1d•$92,000 - $189,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Huntington’s Finance organization is continuing its transformation journey to become a people first, digitally enabled function supporting the strategic goals of the bank. As part of that journey, Huntington is looking for a seasoned, hands-on Finance Axiom Manager. Finance Axiom Manager (FAM) will drive the overall strategy, design, policies, transformation, and standardization of the production of automated Axiom regulatory reporting. The FAM ensures that the end-to-end process delivers on its goals of transformation and process optimization and is responsible for defining, implementing, measuring and improving the automated Axiom reporting process to consistently deliver value. The FAM defines and analyzes operational performance metrics; identifies key opportunities and gaps in the core business processes; ensures application of the appropriate process improvement methodologies, tools, and techniques to drive improvements; and continues to be an advocate for future operational improvements by partnering with and challenging the business and leadership in system thinking and innovation. Manages the teams responsible for Nasdaq Controller View configuration and automation of key regulatory filings required to file with bank regulators. Manages a production support team tasked with the development, implementation, and execution of an inventory of preventive and detective data quality edit check rules, along with distribution to applicable lines-of-business and operations data owners for research and remediation. Organizes the department in an effective way and staff it with personnel with appropriate level of expertise. Sets context, assigns and monitors work of direct reports; provides performance feedback, training, coaching and mentoring as required in order to maintain a high-performance culture and meet established goals and objectives. Monitors the execution of a strong production controls framework which includes robust change management, data/file handling controls, reconciliation controls, trending controls, variance analysis and escalation protocol to ensure the accuracy of all regulatory submissions. Collaborates with leaders across business lines, operations, corporate areas, and technology to ensure the highest quality and most comprehensive data is consistently reported on a timely basis. Monitors regulatory reporting rulemaking proposals and final rules and collaborates with Regulatory Reporting and Liquidity reporting teams to update configuration and control changes to remain in compliance. Manages changes to the business rules by ensuring requested changes follow the approval process within the Axiom development team and through relationship management with Finance data and information technology teams to make the required changes. Coordinates with subject matter experts to create and maintain accurate and complete process documentation, including standard operating procedures, workflows, business rules, reporting data lineage and protocols Supports delivery of process improvements through conducting data collection and quantitative analysis, opportunity identification and prioritization; develops recommendations; and facilitates the design of new or improved business solutions including process re-engineering and process automation. Accountable for the successful design, implementation and continuous improvement of Regulatory data automation processes that comply to regulatory guidance and ensure the integrity of financial data Ensures open communication throughout the organization. This includes keeping stakeholders informed of project updates and ensuring coordination of all process changes, including cross-functional engagement with IT and regulatory Reporting teams Assumes responsibility for the design and implementation of consistent, reliable measurement of the appropriate metrics and KPIs as needed to benchmark and optimize performance on an ongoing basis

Requirements

Bachelor's degree a
7+ years of work experience in the financial services industry
4+ years’ experience in finance and data/systems support with Axiom SL
2+ years Axiom supervisory role
Relationship-Builder – Is helpful, respectful, approachable, team and service-oriented, building strong working relationships and a positive work environment; maintains an exceptional client service mindset. Has strong communications skills and knows when to escalate.
Problem Solving – Takes an organized and logical approach to thinking through problems and complex issues. Simplifies complexity by breaking down issues into manageable parts. Looks beyond the obvious to get at root causes. Develops insight into problems, issues, and situations.
Initiative – Focuses on thinking beyond what is required or expected in the immediate need. . Meets objectives on time with minimal supervision. Eager and willing to go the extra mile in terms of time and effort. Is self-motivated and seizes opportunities to make a difference.
Adaptability – Able to re-direct personal efforts in response to changing circumstances. Is receptive to new ideas and new ways of doing things. Effectively prioritizes according to competing demands and shifting objectives. Can navigate through uncertainty and knows when to change course.
Results Orientation – Effectively executes on plans, drives for results and takes accountability for outcomes. Perseveres and does not give up easily in challenging situations. Recognizes and capitalizes on opportunities. Takes full accountability for achieving (or failing to achieve) desired results.
Detail Oriented – Has exceptional attention to detail and focus on accurate and timely delivery.
Creativity – Possess the ability to analyze a situation and develop an alternative method for handling a situation when traditional methods aren’t successful.

Nice To Haves

Operational experience with OFSAA FSDF and working knowledge of broader Finance toolsets such as Oracle EPM
In depth knowledge and understanding of the mechanics in the regulatory reporting process stream and how these fit into the end-to-end financial process environment.
Experience with Process Ownership
Demonstrated ability to Manage large and complex projects and ensures changes are embedded into business-as-usual process
Strong ability to map processes for current and target states
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills; data-driven
Strong financial regulatory acumen
Ability to convey and communicate complex concepts simply, clearly and cogently
Strong Project Management skills that include breaking down work into process steps, developing schedules and working well under time constraints
Ability to work collaboratively on cross-functional teams
Ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels
Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment, balancing competing priorities yet appropriately assertive in accomplishing the task at hand
Ability to work independently on assignments of moderate to high complexity
Ability to lead focus groups and workshops
Possess learning agility - the ability to quickly grasp new concepts and emerging technology, proactively seeks out learning and continuously expands expertise
Solid coaching and mentoring competency

Responsibilities

Drive the overall strategy, design, policies, transformation, and standardization of the production of automated Axiom regulatory reporting.
Ensure that the end-to-end process delivers on its goals of transformation and process optimization
Define, implementing, measuring and improving the automated Axiom reporting process to consistently deliver value.
Define and analyzes operational performance metrics
Identify key opportunities and gaps in the core business processes
Ensure application of the appropriate process improvement methodologies, tools, and techniques to drive improvements
Partner with and challenging the business and leadership in system thinking and innovation.
Manage the teams responsible for Nasdaq Controller View configuration and automation of key regulatory filings required to file with bank regulators.
Manage a production support team tasked with the development, implementation, and execution of an inventory of preventive and detective data quality edit check rules, along with distribution to applicable lines-of-business and operations data owners for research and remediation.
Organize the department in an effective way and staff it with personnel with appropriate level of expertise.
Set context, assigns and monitors work of direct reports; provides performance feedback, training, coaching and mentoring as required in order to maintain a high-performance culture and meet established goals and objectives.
Monitor the execution of a strong production controls framework which includes robust change management, data/file handling controls, reconciliation controls, trending controls, variance analysis and escalation protocol to ensure the accuracy of all regulatory submissions.
Collaborate with leaders across business lines, operations, corporate areas, and technology to ensure the highest quality and most comprehensive data is consistently reported on a timely basis.
Monitor regulatory reporting rulemaking proposals and final rules and collaborates with Regulatory Reporting and Liquidity reporting teams to update configuration and control changes to remain in compliance.
Manage changes to the business rules by ensuring requested changes follow the approval process within the Axiom development team and through relationship management with Finance data and information technology teams to make the required changes.
Coordinate with subject matter experts to create and maintain accurate and complete process documentation, including standard operating procedures, workflows, business rules, reporting data lineage and protocols
Support delivery of process improvements through conducting data collection and quantitative analysis, opportunity identification and prioritization; develops recommendations; and facilitates the design of new or improved business solutions including process re-engineering and process automation.
Accountable for the successful design, implementation and continuous improvement of Regulatory data automation processes that comply to regulatory guidance and ensure the integrity of financial data
Ensure open communication throughout the organization.
Assume responsibility for the design and implementation of consistent, reliable measurement of the appropriate metrics and KPIs as needed to benchmark and optimize performance on an ongoing basis