SVP, Strategic Finance

Banc of California • Santa Ana, CA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Banc of California, Inc. (NYSE: BANC) is a bank holding company with over $34 billion in assets and the parent company of Banc of California. Banc of California is one of the nation’s premier relationship-based business banks, providing banking and treasury management services to small, middle market, and venture backed businesses. As the largest independent bank headquartered in California, the bank offers a broad range of loan and deposit products and services through a network of full-service branches and regional offices, as well as through digital and nationwide capabilities. The bank also provides full-service payment processing solutions to its clients and serves the Community Association Management industry nationwide through its technology forward platform, SmartStreet™. Banc of California is committed to supporting its local communities through the Banc of California Charitable Foundation and by partnering with organizations that promote financial literacy, job training, small business support, affordable housing, and more. At Banc of California, our success is powered by our people and a shared commitment to delivering meaningful results. We foster an environment where entrepreneurial thinking is encouraged, and accountability and operational excellence are expected. Our team members are empowered to take ownership, make informed decisions, and make a meaningful impact as the bank continues to grow and evolve. We are dedicated to supporting your growth and wellbeing through comprehensive benefits, robust development opportunities, and inclusive programs that enable you to perform at your best. Together we win! THE OPPORTUNITY We are seeking a dynamic and results-oriented senior leader to join our Strategic Finance team. This high-visibility role reports to the EVP, Treasurer and leads critical financial and strategic initiatives that shape the organization’s growth and enterprise priorities while supporting investor engagement. The successful candidate will bring banking, corporate finance, strategy, and executive stakeholder management experience, with advanced analytical capabilities and the ability to influence, communicate effectively, and drive outcomes across internal and external stakeholders. The role requires executive presence, leadership, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, results-driven environment. Performs all duties in accordance with the Company’s policies and procedures, all U.S. state and federal laws and regulations, wherein the Company operates.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Applied Mathematics, or another quantitative field.
• Minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in Corporate Finance, Strategy, Banking, and/or Investor Relations roles, with an emphasis on financial modeling, capital markets, analytics, valuation, budgeting, strategic financial decision-making, executive-level communications, or related experience.
• Five (5) or more years of direct or matrixed leadership experience as an individual contributor or people manager.
• High degree of proficiency across the suite of Microsoft Office products, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Exceptional financial modeling, analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a strong work ethic.
• Strong knowledge of corporate development processes and strategic planning.
• Motivation to succeed, with strong initiative and the ability to work independently.
• Proven track record of building strong relationships and collaborating closely with cross-functional teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities, with a demonstrated capacity to prepare and present materials to executive teams and investors.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, execution, and oversight of financial strategies that support enterprise objectives, executive decision-making, and long-term shareholder value creation.
• Support balance sheet strategy, including asset-liability management optimization, capital and liquidity deployment, funding strategy, and balance sheet hedging designed to improve the organization’s overall risk-adjusted return profile.
• Develop and evaluate strategic balance sheet scenarios, assessing their impact on earnings, capital, liquidity, interest-rate risk, and shareholder returns.
• Support the development and delivery of key investor communications, including quarterly earnings materials, investor presentations, annual reports, and other executive-level messaging.
• Partner with executive leadership and teams across Finance, Treasury, Strategy, and the business lines to align strategic initiatives with organizational objectives and drive enterprise-wide execution.
• Support financial modeling, forecasting, and strategic analysis to inform decision-making, evaluate tradeoffs, and identify opportunities for value creation.
• Support the company’s engagement with equity analysts, investors, rating agencies, and other key stakeholders.
• Assist in preparing quarterly earnings materials, investor presentations, annual reports, management talking points, and responses to investor inquiries.
• Partner with executive leadership and the Investor Relations team to communicate the company’s financial performance, strategic priorities, balance sheet positioning, and long-term value proposition.
• Monitor investor sentiment, market expectations, peer performance, and industry trends, providing analysis and insights to support executive leadership and Board discussions.
• Help ensure consistency and accuracy across investor communications, regulatory disclosures, and other external financial messaging.
• Identify, evaluate, and execute corporate development opportunities, including mergers and acquisitions, strategic partnerships, investments, and other enterprise initiatives.
• Lead financial, strategic, and market analyses to assess potential opportunities, risks, valuation, and expected shareholder returns.
• Conduct in-depth industry, competitive, and market analysis to inform growth strategies and capital allocation decisions.
• Coordinate cross-functional due diligence, transaction execution, and integration planning.
• Partner cross-functionally with executive leaders and finance, strategy, and operational teams to align initiatives with organizational goals and drive enterprise-level execution.
• Follow all established policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Benefits

• Eligible to participate in the company’s 401k plan which includes a company match and immediate vesting.
• Comprehensive insurance options including medical, dental, vision, AD&D, supplemental life, long-term disability, pre-tax Health Savings Account with employer contributions, and pre-tax Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Adoption, surrogacy, and fertility assistance.
• Paid parental leave and family support solutions including care options for your family.
• Paid vacation days, holidays, and volunteer time off.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• An annual mentorship program.
• Leadership development resources.
• Access to LinkedIn Learning.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior