Director of Finance

About the role

At Jack Henry, we're more than a technology company — we're a force for good in financial services, redefining how community banks and credit unions connect with the people they serve. Our mission is rooted in people‑inspired innovation, empowering financial institutions to deliver seamless, secure, and human‑centered experiences. We deliver cutting‑edge solutions that are paving the way for the next generation of digital banking and payments, but our true impact begins with our associates.

We are looking to hire a Finance Director 1 (FP&A group) to support our Card Processing Solutions business. The position will have a team of 3 direct reports. Our department is responsible for financial review, financial analyses, financial outlook, budgeting, financial analytics, and partnering with business leaders in strategic planning. This role will have a heavy emphasis on revenue/direct cost drivers and analytics, cost optimization, workforce management, efficiencies through process improvement and use of AI, capitalization, business case development, and presentations to senior leadership in a fast‑paced environment. The Finance Director will oversee and direct all Financial Planning & Analysis functions for the Line of Business, serving as the key financial resource and strategic partner to senior leadership. This position manages a team of experienced analysts, ensuring the delivery of accurate and timely financial data and insights that support business objectives. It provides strategic consultation through trend analysis and emerging business developments, drives cross‑functional projects with financial modeling and presentation support, and ensures compliance with GAAP and regulatory standards. The Finance Director is accountable for maintaining effective internal controls, strengthening profitability, and guiding the organization through continuous improvement and informed decision‑making.

Responsibilities

• Directs and coordinates the activities, deliverables and outputs of an experienced financial analysts and lead advisory direct reports responsible for a Business Function within a LOB.
• Exemplify a growth mindset and what it takes to be a key driver to help improve profitability.
• Be an integral strategic partner for the LOB senior leadership team, acting as consultant and advisor providing supplementary analysis based on emerging trends and business developments.
• Drives cross‑business analytic projects for senior management with financial modeling, data mining and presentation support.
• Help design and develop financial models and key performance indicators reviews, develop forecasts, target, annual budget and support financial reviews.
• Ensures GAAP and regulatory compliant financial statements in conjunction with maintaining effective internal controls and policies and procedures.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Business Administration.
• Minimum of 12 years of experience in any of the following categories: Corporate Finance, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), capital planning, financial reporting.
• People leadership and project management experience.
• Experience as a trusted partner with several stakeholder groups such as: Executive Sponsors, Corporate Leadership Team, Line of Business leaders, project stakeholders/Subject matter experts, and clients.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to effectively plan, prioritize, and organize a diversified workload to meet aggressive deadlines.
• Ability to travel up to 10% to attend Jack Henry meetings, trainings, and/or professional conferences.

Qualifications

• Continued education and/or related professional certifications.
• Experience with Oracle Fusion, OneStream, Tableau or Power BI.
• Experience in a services and transactional based business.
• Experience creating special reporting, interactive dashboards, or financial modeling.
• Strong business acumen and desire to strengthen knowledge of the business/industry.
• Ability to make recommendations in order to improve efficiency of processes and procedures.

Benefits

At Jack Henry, we pride ourselves through our motto of "Do the right thing, do whatever it takes, and have fun." We recognize the value of our associates and believe much of our company's strength and success depends on their well‑being. We demonstrate our commitment by offering outstanding benefit programs to ensure the physical, mental & financial well‑being of our people is always met. Our culture of commitment has helped us stay strong through challenging times and we credit our dedicated associates for our success. Visit our Corporate Responsibility site to learn more about our culture and commitment to our people, customers, community, environment, and shareholders.

Pay

Salary range: $107,700 – $186,000 based on experience and location. This posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum base pay we reasonably expect to offer for this role at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary above or below this range and is subject to change in the future. Individual pay is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to: relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, performance, work schedule, travel requirements, sales or revenue targets, and overall business needs and affordability.

Schedule

Hybrid schedule — required to come into the office 1 day a week. Based on business needs, may be required to travel to one of the following Jack Henry office locations: Allen, TX; Overland Park, KS; Louisville, KY; Monett, MO; Springfield, MO. Travel up to 10% for meetings, trainings, and/or professional conferences.