Director of Finance at Jack Henry & Associates, Inc.

Job description

At Jack Henry, we’re more than a technology company, we’re a force for good in financial services. We’re redefining how community banks and credit unions connect with the people they serve. Our mission is rooted in people inspired innovation, empowering financial institutions to deliver seamless, secure, and human centered experiences. We deliver cutting-edge solutions that are paving the way for the next generation of digital banking and payments, but our true impact begins with our associates. If you're ready to help transform an industry and grow with a company that values purpose, collaboration, and excellence then we’d love to meet you. We are looking to hire a Finance Director 1 (FP&A group) to support our Card Processing Solutions business. The position will have a team of 3 direct reports. Our department is responsible for financial review, financial analyses, financial outlook, budgeting, financial analytics, and partnering with business leaders in strategic planning. This role will have a heavy emphasis on revenue/direct cost drivers and analytics, cost optimization, workforce management, efficiencies through process improvement and use of AI, capitalization, business case development, and presentations to senior leadership in a fast-paced environment. Finance Director will oversee and direct all Financial Planning & Analysis functions for the Line of Business, serving as the key financial resource and strategic partner to senior leadership. This position manages a team of experienced analysts, ensuring the delivery of accurate and timely financial data and insights that support business objectives. It provides strategic consultation through trend analysis and emerging business developments, drives cross‑functional projects with financial modeling and presentation support, and ensures compliance with GAAP and regulatory standards. The Finance Director is accountable for maintaining effective internal controls, strengthening profitability, and guiding the organization through continuous improvement and informed decision‑making. We are looking for a self-driven leader with a high level of financial analysis experience. This position will be filled to work a Hybrid schedule at any of the following Jack Henry office locations: Allen, TX, Overland Park, KS, Louisville, KY, Monett, MO and or Springfield, MO . You are required to come into the office 1 day a week and based on business needs may be required to travel to one of the office locations listed. This position will have a salary range of $107,700 - $186,000 based on experience and location. This posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum base pay we reasonably expect to offer for this role at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary above or below this range and is subject to change in the future. Individual pay is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to: relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, performance, work schedule, travel requirements, sales or revenue targets, and overall business needs and affordability. What you'll be responsible for: • Directs and coordinates the activities, deliverables and outputs of an experienced financial analysts and lead advisory direct reports responsible for a Business Function within a LOB. • Exemplify a growth mindset and what it takes to be a key driver to help improve profitability. • Be an integral strategic partner for the LOB senior leadership team, acting as consultant and advisor providing supplementary analysis based on emerging trends and business developments. • Drives cross-business analytic projects for senior management with financial modeling, data mining and presentation support. • Help design and develop financial models and key performance indicators reviews, develop forecasts, target, annual budget and support financial reviews. • Ensures GAAP and regulatory compliant financial statements in conjunction with maintaining effective internal controls and policies and procedures. • May perform other duties as assigned. What you'll need to have: • Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Business Administration. • Must have a minimum of 12 years of experience in any of the following categories: Corporate Finance, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), capital planning, financial reporting. • Must have people leadership and project management experience. • Must have experience as a trusted partner with several stakeholder groups such as: Executive Sponsors, Corporate Leadership Team, Line of Business leaders, project stakeholders/Subject matter experts, and clients. • Effective communication and collaboration skills. • Ability to effectively plan, prioritize, and organize a diversified workload to meet aggressive deadlines. • Ability to travel up to 10% to attend Jack Henry meetings, trainings, and/or professional conferences. What would be nice for you to have: • Continued education and or related professional certifications. • Experience with Oracle Fusion, OneStream, Tableau or Power BI. • Experience in a services and transactional based business. • Experience creating special reporting, interactive dashboards, or financial modeling. • Strong business acumen and desire to strengthen knowledge of the business/industry. • Ability to make recommendations in order to improve efficiency of processes and procedures. If you got this far, we hope you're feeling excited about this opportunity. Even if you don't feel you meet every single requirement on this positing, we still encourage you to apply. We're eager to meet motivated people who align with Jack Henry's mission and can contribute to our company in a variety of ways. Why Jack Henry? At Jack Henry, we pride ourselves through our motto of, "Do the right thing, do whatever it takes, and have fun." We recognize the value of our associates and believe much of our company's strength and success depends on their well-being. We demonstrate our commitment by offering outstanding benefit programs to ensure the physical, mental & financial well-being of our people is always met. Culture of Commitment Ask our associates why they love Jack Henry, and many will tell you it is because our culture is exceptional. We do great things together. Rising to meet challenges and seeking opportunities is part of who we are as an organization. Our culture has helped us stay strong through challenging times and we credit our dedicated associates for our success. Visit our Corporate Responsibility site to learn more about our culture and commitment to our people, customers, community, environment, and shareholders. Equal Employment Opportunity At Jack Henry, we know we are better together. We value, respect, and protect the uniqueness each of us brings. Innovation flourishes by including all voices and makes our business - and our society - stronger. Jack Henry is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to providing equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including selection, hiring, performance management, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, education, training, social, and recreational activities to all persons regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, genetic information, pregnancy, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, and military and veteran status, or any other protected status protected by local, state or federal law. No one will be subject to, and Jack Henry prohibits, any form of discipline, reprisal, intimidation, or retaliation for good faith reports or complaints of discrimination of any kind, pursuing any discrimination claim, or cooperating in related investigations. Requests for full corporate job descriptions may be requested through the interview process at any time. #INDNonTech

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Directs and coordinates the activities, deliverables and outputs of an experienced financial analysts and lead advisory direct reports responsible for a Business Function within a LOB.
Exemplify a growth mindset and what it takes to be a key driver to help improve profitability.
Be an integral strategic partner for the LOB senior leadership team, acting as consultant and advisor providing supplementary analysis based on emerging trends and business developments.
Drives cross-business analytic projects for senior management with financial modeling, data mining and presentation support.
Help design and develop financial models and key performance indicators reviews, develop forecasts, target, annual budget and support financial reviews.
Ensures GAAP and regulatory compliant financial statements in conjunction with maintaining effective internal controls and policies and procedures.
May perform other duties as assigned.
Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Business Administration.
Must have a minimum of 12 years of experience in any of the following categories: Corporate Finance, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), capital planning, financial reporting.
Must have people leadership and project management experience.
Must have experience as a trusted partner with several stakeholder groups such as: Executive Sponsors, Corporate Leadership Team, Line of Business leaders, project stakeholders/Subject matter experts, and clients.
Effective communication and collaboration skills.
Ability to effectively plan, prioritize, and organize a diversified workload to meet aggressive deadlines.
Ability to travel up to 10% to attend Jack Henry meetings, trainings, and/or professional conferences.
What would be nice for you to have:
Continued education and or related professional certifications.
Experience with Oracle Fusion, OneStream, Tableau or Power BI.
Experience in a services and transactional based business.
Experience creating special reporting, interactive dashboards, or financial modeling.
Strong business acumen and desire to strengthen knowledge of the business/industry.
Ability to make recommendations in order to improve efficiency of processes and procedures.
Why Jack Henry?
We demonstrate our commitment by offering outstanding benefit programs to ensure the physical, mental & financial well-being of our people is always met.
Culture of Commitment

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