Synchrony Looking for VP, HQ Finance – Reporting and Forecasting at Stamford, CT Full Time

Job Description:
Role Summary/Purpose:
This role is responsible for owning the processes surrounding quarterly close as well as leading the current quarter Pacing process. The incumbent will also be responsible for leading a team of two individual contributors to enhance the team’s ability to understand and analyze results. This will be achieved through identification and implementation of process improvements.

This position is remote, where you have the option to work from home. On occasion we may request for you to commute to our nearest office for in person engagement activities such as team meetings, training and culture events. We’re proud to offer you choice and flexibility.

Essential Responsibilities:
Lead team in management of key reporting and analytical processes surrounding the quarter close.

Ownership of the pacing process which covers the financial expectation for the rest of the current quarter.

Support the Investor Relations and Controllership teams with their requests for analysis to explain and understand the performance of Synchrony.

Partner with COE, platform and portfolio finance teams in understanding business trends, projecting performance and consolidating reporting requirements.

Analyze variances and trends to determine changes in key business metrics vs. expectations.

Drive continuous improvement in the financial reporting packages provided to senior leadership team for monthly and quarterly results.

Be accountable for ad-hoc & participation in critical business analytics and key project support as directed by management.

Prepare management reporting and presentations including Board materials.

Help coordinate Synchrony’s monthly and quarterly closing activities including activities required to prepare for the quarterly earnings release.

Perform other duties and/or special projects as assigned.

Qualifications/Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field or in lieu of degree, 12 years equivalent experience

Minimum 7 years of experience in finance or similar roles

Experience with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint

Minimum 2-3 years of experience working in a modeling capacity

Desired Characteristics:
Financial Services Industry experience

Demonstrated oral and written communication skills and ability to work cross functionally

Advanced MS Excel skills with the ability to understand complex models and create business insights

Proficient MS PowerPoint ability with knowledge of templates and linked documents

Strong relationship building and collaboration skills to work in a highly matrixed environment

Detailed experience with financial planning and analysis

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities.

Effective project management skills with ability to manage multiple stakeholders with potentially conflicting points of interest

Grade/Level: 14

The salary range for this position is 115,000.00 – 230,000.00 USD Annual

Salaries are adjusted according to market in CA and Metro NY and some positions are bonus eligible.

Eligibility Requirements:
You must be 18 years or older

You must have a high school diploma or equivalent

You must be willing to take a drug test, submit to a background investigation and submit fingerprints as part of the onboarding process

You must be able to satisfy the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act.

New hires (Level 4-7) must have 9 months of continuous service with the company before they are eligible to post on other roles. Once this new hire time in position requirement is met, the associate will have a minimum 6 months’ time in position before they can post for future non-exempt roles. Employees, level 8 or greater, must have at least 24 months’ time in position before they can post. All internal employees must consistently meet performance expectations and have approval from your manager to post (or the approval of your manager and HR if you don’t meet the time in position or performance expectations).

Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Our Commitment:
When you join us, you’ll be part of a diverse, inclusive culture where your skills, experience, and voice are not only heard—but valued. We celebrate the differences in all of us and believe that our individual, unique perspectives is what makes Synchrony truly a great place to work. Together, we’re building a future where we can all belong, connect and turn ideals into action. Through the power of our 8 Diversity Networks+, with more than 60% of our workforce engaged, you’ll find community to connect with an opportunity to go beyond your passions.

This starts when you choose to apply for a role at Synchrony. We ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Reasonable Accommodation Notice:
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.

If you need special accommodations, please call our Career Support Line so that we can discuss your specific situation. We can be reached at 1-866-301-5627. Representatives are available from 8am – 5pm Monday to Friday, Central Standard Time

Job Family Group:
Finance