Director Finance Operations Product Strategy & Cash Management; onsite​/hybrid

Director Finance Operations Product Strategy & Cash Management (onsite/hybrid) Position Overview

As a key member of the Finance Operations team, you will be part of Agri Bank's mission to support the people who feed the world. The Director Finance Operations provides strategic leadership for Agri Bank’s cash management, product portfolio and operational support functions. This role shapes long‑term product direction ensures operational excellence, and partners across the bank to deliver solutions that meet the evolving needs of associations, correspondent banks, and their clients.

The Director oversees product line life cycle including strategic planning, implementation, enhancements, maintenance, and support. This role will also develop an in‑depth knowledge of Agri Bank and Farm Credit Cash Management and Operational components utilized to service Associations and Service Entities.

• Lead the full lifecycle of cash management products, from concept and planning through launch, optimization, and retirement
• Identify market trends, client needs, and competitive opportunities to drive continuous innovation and product evolution
• Collaborate closely with associations and internal business partners to define the functionality and features of products, gather insights, and ensure solutions align with association needs
• Research product options, determine, and recommend the best solution and customize the product to meet the needs of clients and Agri Bank’s operating practices
• Monitors numerous existing products to make sure they are operating effectively and efficiently
• Develops appropriate business plans and marketing strategies that are delivered to associations inside and outside the District
• Evaluates current products and tools to determine which enhancements need to be implemented to keep the products updated and current
• Oversee the identification, analysis, and resolution of product issues, ensuring root‑cause findings are documented, addressed, and translated into sustainable improvements that strengthen product performance and reliability

• Provide executive oversight for complex, cross‑functional projects that support cash management, product innovation and operational improvements
• Guide project planning, resource allocation, timelines, and deliverables to ensure results are achieved on schedule and within scope
• Maintain strong alignment with technology, operations, and business partners throughout project execution
• Build and maintain high‑value relationships with third‑party vendors that support cash management products and services

• Ensures all cash management operations and products comply with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and industry’s best practices
• Creates and implements the Finance Operations Business Continuity Plan to maintain business as usual in case of an emergency or disaster
• Ensure operational resilience through proactive planning, risk mitigation, and strong recovery strategies
• Identify potential risks and recommend mitigation strategies to senior leadership
• Builds and maintains strong vendor relationships to ensure the products and processes Agri Bank purchases are operating effectively and are kept current to meet the needs of Agri Bank, correspondent banks, associations and their clients
• Evaluate vendor solutions and future capabilities to support ongoing product and operation needs

• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, providing insights, recommendations, and updates on product performance, risks, and strategic opportunities
• Lead, mentor, and develop team members to foster strong performance, accountability, and professional growth
• Promote effective communication and collaboration across teams, associations, and external partners

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, finance or a related field
• 10 years related experience
• 5 years of supervisory experience
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the…