SMBC Group Job Opportunity: Vice President, Finance Change - Data Strategy and Management

Company Overview

SMBC Group is a leading global financial group, headquartered in Tokyo, with a 400-year legacy. Offering a diverse range of financial services, including banking, leasing, securities, credit cards, and consumer finance, SMBC Group boasts over 130 offices and 80,000 employees in nearly 40 countries. As one of Japan's top three banking groups, Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Inc. (SMFG), the group's holding company, is traded on the Tokyo, Nagoya, and New York (NYSE: SMFG) stock exchanges.

SMBC in the Americas

SMBC Group operates in the US, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, and Peru, offering comprehensive commercial and investment banking services to corporate, institutional, and municipal clients. Leveraging its strong capital base and extensive Asian network, SMBC connects clients to local and global markets. The Group’s US-based subsidiaries include Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp. (SMBC), SMBC Nikko Securities America, Inc., and SMBC Capital Markets, Inc., among others.

Compensation and Benefits

The anticipated salary range for this role is between $117,000.00 and $159,000.00. The final offer will depend on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and market conditions at the time of hire. Additional benefits include an annual discretionary incentive award and a competitive benefits package.

Role Description

To support SMBC Americas' business growth strategy, SMBC Finance is undertaking a significant initiative to review and enhance critical finance processes within its US operations. The Vice President, Finance Change - Data Strategy and Management, will lead the execution and management of finance data strategy and data management initiatives. This role involves collaborating with senior stakeholders across Finance, Risk, Technology, and the Chief Data Office, and guiding junior staff.

Role Objectives

• Lead business fit for purpose and consumption analysis for accuracy and completeness, including end-user testing with Finance teams.
• Identify data gaps from a finance perspective and collaborate with technology and key stakeholders to find solutions.
• Troubleshoot and solve complex business data issues with various stakeholders.
• Understand data flows and attributes to facilitate partnerships between finance and technology.
• Engage with Finance SMEs, Chief Data Office, IT, and other stakeholders to deploy data controls and governance frameworks.
• Lead all phases of finance data management and governance, including identification of critical data elements.
• Foster strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to promote collaboration and thoughtfulness.
• Support other finance transformation programs under the Finance Change team.

Qualifications and Skills

• 4-7 years' experience in technology, data office, data management, change management, or finance at a financial services firm.
• Experience as a lead business analyst with knowledge of financial operations, planning, risk management, IT processes, and data management.
• Experience with data projects involving data management concepts such as data architecture, data models, and data quality.
• Ability to think strategically, execute tactically, and solve problems in ambiguous environments.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills, proficiency in Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines with stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and be flexible in fast-paced environments.

Additional Requirements

Diversity and Inclusion: We are committed to fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion, holding leaders accountable for creating inclusive environments and promoting diverse talent.

Hybrid Workforce Model: SMBC’s employees participate in a hybrid workforce model, allowing for both remote work and in-office days. Employees must live within a reasonable commuting distance from their office location. Specific hybrid work schedules will be discussed during the interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity: SMBC is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. SMBC provides reasonable accommodations for employees and applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact