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Farnsworth Group

Finance Director

Waukee, IA

The Finance Director plays a critical role in mergers and acquisitions, capital planning, captive insurance modeling, real estate financial management, and enterprise-wide budgeting and forecasting.

Farnsworth Group

Finance Director

Springfield, IL

The Finance Director plays a critical role in mergers and acquisitions, capital planning, captive insurance modeling, real estate financial management, and enterprise-wide budgeting and forecasting.

Farnsworth Group

Finance Director

Lisle, IL

The Finance Director plays a critical role in mergers and acquisitions, capital planning, captive insurance modeling, real estate financial management, and enterprise-wide budgeting and forecasting.

Farnsworth Group

Finance Director

Waukee, IA · On-site

The Finance Director plays a critical role in mergers and acquisitions, capital planning, captive insurance modeling, real estate financial management, and enterprise-wide budgeting and forecasting.

Farnsworth Group

Finance Director

Lisle, IL · On-site

$175K - $215K/yr

The Finance Director plays a critical role in mergers and acquisitions, capital planning, captive insurance modeling, real estate financial management, and enterprise-wide budgeting and forecasting.

Farnsworth Group

Finance Director

Frisco, TX

The Finance Director plays a critical role in mergers and acquisitions, capital planning, captive insurance modeling, real estate financial management, and enterprise-wide budgeting and forecasting.

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How much do captive finance jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for captive finance in the United States is $70,370.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,000.00 and $77,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is captive finance?

A Captive Finance job typically involves working for a financial subsidiary of a parent company, usually an automaker or equipment manufacturer, to provide financing solutions to customers and dealers. Professionals in this role may handle loan approvals, leasing programs, risk assessment, and portfolio management. The goal is to facilitate sales by offering tailored financing options that support the parent company's products and customer relationships.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in captive finance?

Professionals in Captive Finance often face the challenge of balancing the needs of the parent company, dealership partners, and customers while complying with regulatory standards. Adapting to changes in market conditions, interest rates, and consumer preferences requires analytical agility and strategic thinking. Additionally, staying up-to-date on financial products and ensuring excellent customer service are vital for maintaining competitive advantage. Working within cross-functional teams, professionals must also effectively coordinate with sales, legal, and risk departments to deliver integrated financing solutions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in captive finance, and why are they important?

To thrive in Captive Finance, professionals typically need strong analytical abilities, financial acumen, and a background in finance, accounting, or business administration. Familiarity with leasing and loan management systems, financial modeling tools, and knowledge of industry regulations is essential, with certifications such as CFA or CPA being advantageous. Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and problem-solving skills help in building strong relationships with dealers and customers. These competencies are vital for optimizing financing solutions, mitigating risks, and driving growth within manufacturer-affiliated finance organizations.

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Infographic showing various Captive Finance job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 93% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 79% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $70,370 per year, or $33.8 per hour.

Finance Director

Waukee, IA

Farnsworth Group
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 6 days ago

Job description

Farnsworth Group is seeking a Finance Director in the posting locations below. In this role, the Finance Director provides strategic financial leadership and oversees all aspects of financial management, planning, analysis, and reporting for the organization. This role partners closely with the CFO, executive leadership, and business unit leaders to drive financial performance, support growth initiatives, and ensure the integrity of financial operations. The Finance Director plays a critical role in mergers and acquisitions, capital planning, captive insurance modeling, real estate financial management, and enterprise-wide budgeting and forecasting.
Posting Locations: Champaign, Lisle, Normal, Peoria, Springfield, IL; Dallas, TX; St. Louis, MO; Waukee, IA
What You’ll Do:
Mergers amp; Acquisitions (M amp;A)
  • Lead financial due diligence for potential acquisitions and strategic partnerships / joint ventures.
  • Develop and maintain financial models to evaluate enterprise valuations, deal structures, valuations, synergies, and return on investment.
  • Coordinate with legal counsel and internal constituents throughout the transaction lifecycle.
  • Prepare executive-level M amp;A memos, deal summaries, and board presentation materials.
  • Support post-close integration activities including financial systems consolidation and reporting alignment.
Financial Planning amp; Analysis (FP amp;A)
  • Budgeting amp; Financial Planning
  • Own and manage the annual enterprise-wide budgeting process in collaboration with department and business unit leaders.
  • Develop multi-year financial plans aligned with organizational strategy and capital allocation priorities.
  • Establish budgeting timelines, templates, and governance processes to ensure consistency and accuracy.
  • Monitor budget-to-actual performance and proactively communicate variances and recommended actions to leadership.
Planning amp; Analysis (FP amp;A)
  • Lead the FP amp;A function, delivering monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting packages to senior leaders / group leaders.
  • Develop rolling forecasts and scenario analyses to support strategic decision-making.
  • Provide analytical support for major capital investments, pricing decisions, and new business opportunities.
  • Design and maintain KPI dashboards and financial metrics that align with operational and strategic objectives.
Variance Analysis amp; Management Reporting
  • Conduct detailed variance analyses comparing actuals to budget, forecast, and prior-period results.
  • Identify root causes of financial variances and present findings with actionable recommendations.
  • Prepare monthly management reporting packages including executive summaries, trend analyses, and commentary.
  • Support department leaders in understanding financial results and driving corrective actions where needed.
Cash Flow Modeling amp; Treasury
  • Build and maintain dynamic cash flow models to project short- and long-term liquidity needs.
  • Monitor daily cash positioning and optimize working capital across the organization.
  • Partner with banking relationships to manage S-T investments, marketable securities, credit facilities, shareholder distributions, and investment activity.
  • Partner with Senior Controller on cash flow forecasting processes that integrate accounts receivable, accounts payable, and payroll cycles.
Captive Insurance amp; Risk Management
  • Serve as the primary financial liaison for the organization’s captive insurance program.
  • Oversee captive financial reporting, premium allocations, loss reserve reviews, and regulatory filings.
  • Coordinate with captive managers, actuaries, and legal counsel on program structure, compliance, and renewals.
  • Analyze captive performance metrics and provide strategic recommendations to optimize deductibles, coverage limits, and policy effectiveness.
Real Estate Lease Management
  • Manage the financial aspects of the organization’s real estate portfolio including lease accounting under ASC 842.
  • Review, analyze, and model financial implications of new leases, renewals, terminations, and amendments.
  • Partner with facilities and operations on real estate strategy, occupancy cost analysis, furniture expenditures, and space optimization.
Capital Expenditures (CapEx)
  • Develop and manage the annual capital expenditure budget in coordination with department leaders and operations.
  • Establish and maintain a CapEx approval framework, including project justification, prioritization, and authorizations
  • Build and maintain CapEx models to evaluate ROI, payback periods, and NPV for proposed investments
  • Track and report on CapEx spending versus approved budgets and provide variance analyses
  • Support long-range planning cycles for equipment replacement, fleet vehicles, and office upgrades
Financial Memos amp; Executive Communications
  • Draft and review financial memos, education sessions, and board materials with clarity and precision.
  • Translate complex financial data into concise narratives tailored to executive audiences.
  • Prepare investment committee materials, and strategic analysis documents as needed.
What You’ll Need:
Education
  • Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or a business-related field required.
  • Master of Business Administration (MBA) is an alternative option to a bachelor’s degree in business.
Experience
  • Minimum of 10 years of progressive finance experience, with at least 3–5 years in a senior finance leadership role.
  • Demonstrated experience leading M amp;A financial due diligence and integration efforts.
  • Proven track record managing FP amp;A, budgeting, and cash flow modeling for a mid-size organization ($100M- $500M in annual sales).
  • Experience with captive insurance program preferred.
  • Familiarity with commercial real estate leases.
  • 3- 5 years of Treasury and Portfolio management experience.
Technical Skills
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex financial modeling and data analysis.
  • Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Deltek Vantagepoint, Oracle, SAP, NetSuite, Infor, MS Dynamics) and financial reporting platforms.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft 365 suite including Word, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
  • Experience with business intelligence and data visualization tools a plus.
Who We Are
Join Farnsworth Group, a nationally recognized architectural, engineering, and surveying firm, where your career can thrive! For ten consecutive years, we’ve been certified as a Great Place to Work®, and our engineers, architects, surveyors, and scientists channel their passion and expertise into making meaningful contributions to the world around us. With almost 650 talented professionals across 24 offices, we collaborate with clients ranging from small communities to some of the world’s largest brands. Our success is built on our people - their passion, creativity, and commitment to excellence. Here, you’ll find a supportive culture that champions your growth, embraces challenges, values work-life balance, and empowers you to make a lasting impact for our clients and the communities we serve. Join us and move your career forward.
A Great Place to Work Certified
For ten consecutive years, Farnsworth Group has earned the prestigious Great Place to Work® certification—thanks to our employees! Each year, our staff participates in a survey administered by the Great Place to Work organization, measuring perceptions of credibility, respect, pride, fairness, and camaraderie. The results are benchmarked against the nation’s leading companies, and only top performers receive the certification. Insights from the survey help us continually enhance our work environment and foster a culture that makes Farnsworth Group an even greater place to work.
Featured benefits and perks include:
  • 401(k) with 100% Company Match up to 5%
  • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
  • Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
  • Short amp; Long-Term Disability
  • Maternity and Paternity Leave
  • Professional Development and Training
  • Mentoring Program
  • Paid Time Off
  • Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
  • Pet Insurance Plan
  • Hybrid Work Program
Farnsworth Group appreciates that flexibility and work-life balance are important aspects of the careers and lives of our employees. Our Hybrid Work Program offers employees a flexible work arrangement while contributing to the Company’s culture and success.
Statement on Diversity and Inclusion
Farnsworth Group is a collection of employees with unique backgrounds and perspectives that all come together to make us a better Company. It is our goal to recruit, hire, develop, retain, and promote a diverse group of people. Join us…and let’s make a difference, together.
Farnsworth Group, Inc. is proud to be a M/F Disabled and Veteran EEO/AA employer.
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