Sr. Director, Partnership Finance Strategy

Posted 8 Days Ago
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Omaha, Auckland, NZL
In-Office
144K-245K Annually
Senior level
Financial Services
The Role
Senior finance leader partnering with Partner Division leadership to provide strategic financial guidance, lead cross-functional analyses, evaluate business lines and partnerships, build repeatable analytical frameworks, present decision-ready insights to executives, mentor finance team members, and support scenario planning for portfolio risks and growth initiatives.
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At FNBO, our employees are the heart of our story—and we’re committed to their success! Please see below the details of this career opportunity and how it fits into our organization’s success.

Summary of the Job:

 

The Director, Strategic Finance is a senior finance role responsible for elevating financial analysis and strategic partnership across the Partner Division. This role bridges deep analytical expertise with executive-level business partnership, serving as a key advisor to division leadership on portfolio performance, growth initiatives, and complex financial matters. The successful candidate will demonstrate both advanced financial analytical capabilities and the ability to influence senior stakeholders while leading analytical projects and mentoring finance team members.

About This Role:

 

Key Accountabilities

  • Partner with Partner Division leadership on financial strategy, connecting financial insights to growth strategy, competitive positioning and long-term value creation
  • Provide strategic financial guidance on new business opportunities, partnerships, and growth initiatives
  • Lead cross-functional analytical initiatives to identify revenue growth and efficiency opportunities
  • Present decision-ready financial insights and recommendations to senior leadership, anticipating questions and focusing on what matters
  • Build strong collaborative, trust-based relationships across the division to drive business outcomes and allow for credible challenge of assumptions with business leaders
  • Conduct financial evaluation of multiple business lines and complex partnership structures
  • Evaluate technology investments and business opportunities for strategic alignment and financial impact
  • Leverage internal and external data to frame decisions and quantify trade-offs
  • Translate complex financial information into clear, actionable insights for executive audiences
  • Foster analytical rigor and continuous improvement across the team
  • Create repeatable frameworks and methodologies for analysis
  • Monitor business threats and support development of scenario plans to address portfolio risks

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Thinks like an owner; connects financial insight to growth strategy, competitive positioning, and long-term value creation
  • Builds cross-functional alignment and influences outcomes without relying on formal authority
  • Ability to think strategically and execute with precision
  • Strong consultative approach with proven ability to influence senior stakeholders
  • Exceptional communication skills - able to convey complex financial concepts persuasively
  • Ability to identify and resolve complex business and financial issues
  • Strong mentorship and collaboration skills

The Ideal Candidate for This Role:

 

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field; MBA or CPA preferred
  • 7-10 years of progressive FP&A experience in financial services or complex multi-unit environment
  • Experience in leadership roles with proven success in senior business partnership roles
  • Extensive experience in financial modeling, forecasting, and strategic planning
  • Experience with installment lending or consumer credit products preferred

Candidates must possess unrestricted work authorization and not require future sponsorship.

Compensation:

 

Compensation range (base pay): $144,269.00-$245,257.00

This role may have a specific starting pay within this range.

Final compensation offer to candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon work experience, education, and/or skill level.

Work Environment:

It is anticipated that the incumbent in this role will work onsite at the posted location. Our onsite environment fosters innovation, mentorship, and a vibrant culture where ideas flow freely and relationships flourish. As part of our team, you'll experience the energy of our collaborative spaces designed to support your professional growth while working alongside talented colleagues who inspire excellence daily. Please note that work location is subject to change based on business needs.

Benefits Overview:

We offer a variety of benefits designed to keep you and your family physically and financially healthy. Not only do we offer a competitive salary and work-life balance, we offer benefits to match your needs:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

  • 401k, With Matching Contributions

  • Time Off Programs

  • Health Savings Account (HSA)/Dependent Care

  • Employee Banking

  • Growth Opportunities

  • Tuition Assistance

  • Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance

Learn more about FNBO benefits here: https://www.fnbo.com/careers/benefits/.

For additional information regarding compensation and benefits, e-mail FNBO at [email protected]. To ensure you receive a response, include the number of this job (listed below) in the subject line of your message.

Job number: R-20260981

Equal Opportunity & Belonging:

FNBO believes that the quality of our employee experience is at the heart of our customer experience. One key pillar of our intended employee experience is Belonging. Belonging means we are committed to fostering a workplace culture where employees of all backgrounds feel valued, recognized, and empowered to be their authentic selves—no matter their role or where they are in their journey.

Learn more here.

FNBO is an equal opportunity employer for all employees and applicants and makes employment decisions without regard to status or identity.

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FNBO is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer - Member FDIC

FNBO follows federal law regarding the use of marijuana (this applies to all non-California applicants)

Application Deadline:

All our jobs will be posted for a minimum of 5 calendar days.  Job postings may come down prior to 5 calendar days based on volume of applicants.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
  • MBA or CPA
  • 7-10 years progressive FP&A experience in financial services or complex multi-unit environment
  • Experience in leadership roles with senior business partnership responsibilities
  • Extensive experience in financial modeling, forecasting, and strategic planning
  • Experience evaluating technology investments and complex partnership structures
  • Ability to translate complex financial information into clear, actionable insights for executives
  • Strong consultative approach with proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and mentor team members
  • Experience with installment lending or consumer credit products
  • Unrestricted work authorization; candidate must not require future sponsorship
  • Work onsite at the posted location (onsite expected)

Fnbo Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Fnbo and has not been reviewed or approved by Fnbo.

  • Retirement Support Retirement plans include a matching 401(k) with an additional company contribution and other savings programs such as pension, stock bonus, and profit sharing. These features are portrayed as a strong component of total rewards.
  • Parental & Family Support Family supports include paid caregiving time for birth or adoption and for serious family health needs, caregiver leave, new‑parent assistance, and childcare resources. These offerings are highlighted as helpful for employees balancing work and family.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time away is described as generous, combining paid time off with a broad set of observed holidays. Volunteer time off further adds flexibility for personal and community needs.

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The Company
HQ: Omaha, NE
3,917 Employees
Year Founded: 1857

What We Do

For more than 165 years, FNBO, a subsidiary of First National of Nebraska, has set the standard for outstanding customer service coupled with some of the most innovative financial products in the industry. When it opened in 1857, FNBO was a local bank that served only Omaha and the surrounding communities. Today, FNBO has locations in eight states and more than 6.6 million customers across the country. First National of Nebraska and its affiliates have nearly $30 billion in managed assets and 5,000 employee associates. We've come a long way in the last century and a half. As you browse through our site, we think you'll understand why we've been so successful – and why we're so excited about what the future holds for our customers and our organization. Check us out at www.fnbo.com.

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