AVP, Finance

Wintrust is a financial holding company with approximately $50 billion assets under management and traded on the NASDAQ:WTFC. Built on the "HAVE IT ALL" model, Wintrust offers sophisticated technology and resources of a large bank while focusing on providing service-based community banking to each and every customer. Wintrust operates fifteen community bank subsidiaries with over 170 banking locations in the greater Chicago and southern Wisconsin market areas. Additionally, Wintrust operates various non-bank business units including commercial and life insurance premium financing, short-term accounts receivable financing, out-sourced administrative services, mortgage origination and purchase, wealth management services and qualified intermediary services for tax-deferred exchanges.Why join us?An award-winning culture! We are rated a Top Workplace by the Chicago Tribune (past 10 years) and Employee Recommended award by the Globe & Mail (past 6 years)Competitive pay and discretionary or incentive bonus eligibleComprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life, a 401k plan with a generous company match and tuition reimbursement to name a fewFamily-friendly work hoursWith 175+ community bank locations, we offer opportunities to grow and develop in your careerPromote from within cultureWhy join this team?We have a culture that encourages an entrepreneurial spiritWe offer multiple opportunities for development and upward mobilityJob Description SummaryThe AVP, Finance at Wintrust Life Finance will play a crucial role in providing strategic financial insights to drive the company's financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis functions. This individual will work closely with senior management to support decision-making processes, ensure financial goals are met, and contribute to the overall growth and profitability of the organization.What Youll DoEstablish best practices in compiling WLF volume and financial forecastsPrepare monthly, weekly, daily, and ad hoc analysis to help evaluate the business and inform managementDevelop financial reporting including board and management presentationsParticipate in strategic planning discussionsSupervise and coordinate completion of annual budget for WLF divisionKnowledge/Skills/Background/Experience5-7 years- banking industry preferredBachelor degree in finance or accounting or equivalentExperience in forecasting, and financial reporting to enable the candidate to help inform strategic decision makingStrong organization skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize; ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlinesProficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel and PowerPointBenefitsMedical Insurance Dental Vision Life insurance Accidental death and dismemberment Short-term and long term Disability Insurance Parental Leave Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Traditional and Roth 401(k) with company match Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Employee Stock Purchase Plan at 5% discount Critical Illness Insurance Accident Insurance Transportation and Commuting Benefits Banking Benefits Pet InsuranceFrom our first day in business, Wintrust has been proud to serve a variety of unique communities and people from all walks of life. To be Chicagos Bank and Wisconsin's Bank, we need to reflect that diversity both in all the communities we serve, the people we employ, the organizations we work with, and our banking and lending practices. Wintrust Financial Corporation, including community banking and financial services subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran or any other characteristic protected by law.