Finance Product Control Vice President

Overview

Santander is a global leader and innovator in the financial services industry, evolving from a high-impact brand into a technology-driven organization. Our people are at the heart of this journey, driving a customer‑centric transformation that values bold thinking, innovation, and the courage to challenge what’s possible. This is more than a strategic shift; it’s a chance for professionals to grow, learn, and make a real difference.

• Manages and monitors any large project or process implementation within the Finance function.
• Shares accounting expertise with leaders and business lines by providing guidance, interpretation, and communication of policy and/or procedural changes and impact.
• Directs and guides accounting teams by reviewing financial information, reporting, and disclosures.
• Ensures compliance and regulatory standards are met within the department.
• Researches and analyzes new products, systems, and/or best practices within the accounting function; proposes findings to CFO Director.
• Monitors and analyzes department work to develop more efficient procedures and use of resources while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
• Monitors and communicates accounting developments to the organization’s operations, financials, and regulatory reporting to management.
• Collaborates cross‑functionally with all lines of businesses to facilitate and lead timely implementation and standardization of any new accounting requirements to existing accounting policies and procedures.
• Collaborates with other finance department managers to support overall department goals and objectives.
• Advises senior management on the best practices needed to meet defined goals and objectives.
• Manages projects and initiatives as requested by senior management.
• Establishes and maintains collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Improves existing processes and practices within the Accounting department.
• Represents the organization as a primary resource and subject‑matter expert for specific accounting projects, initiatives, and updates.
• Coaches, reviews, and delegates work to junior professionals as needed.
• Oversees the end‑to‑end flow of banking transactions, client onboarding, or technical projects, ensuring efficient delivery from initiation to completion, acting as a central coordinator between business lines, technology, and risk management.
• Manages the lifecycle of banking products or client onboardings, tracking progress through structured project plans, ensuring adherence to timelines, and maintaining high‑quality delivery.
• Collaborates with senior leadership to implement business strategy, create operational workflows, and manage capacity to align new transactions with firm‑wide goals.
• Acts as a central point of contact for internal teams (Relationship Management, Operations, Technology) and clients, handling escalations regarding delays or service issues.
• Ensures all deals or operational processes meet regulatory, security, and internal risk standards, including developing controls to maintain compliance.
• Provides metrics on pipeline performance, portfolio analytics, and progress reports to leadership to drive decision‑making.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or equivalent field – Required.
• Master’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or equivalent field – Preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or similar field within the Banking or Financial Services industry – Required.
• Advanced accounting practices and procedures, including U.S. GAAP/IFRS and regulatory reporting standards.
• Ability to lead, influence, and direct peers, subordinates, and management.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to make effective decisions on complex matters.
• Attention to detail and ability to analyze information quickly.
• Self‑directed, self‑motivated, and demonstrated experience providing ideas and solutions to further business understanding.
• Ability to handle conflict resolution with other groups (e.g., business units)…