Finance and Strategy Associate

Description

The Finance & Strategy Associate plays a critical role in enabling the success of the Finance & Strategy Business Manager and the Finance & Strategy Leadership Team (FSLT). This position provides operational, project and talent development support, ensuring seamless execution of strategic priorities through handling logistics, documentation, coordination and follow-up tasks. Ideal for a detail-oriented, proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, this role offers exposure to senior leadership and opportunities to grow within the finance and strategy functions.

Key Responsibilities

Project & Initiative Support

• Assist in tracking progress of strategic and high-priority projects, maintaining project documentation, and following up on action items.
• Support the preparation and distribution of reports, presentations, and meeting materials for the CFO and FSLT.
• Coordinate and monitor project timelines, proactively identifying risks to deadlines.

Operational & Administrative Excellence

• Manage scheduling, calendar coordination, and logistics for leadership team meetings, forums, and events.
• Prepare agendas, take meeting minutes, and ensure timely follow-up on assigned tasks.
• Maintain organized records of initiatives, priorities, and business cadence activities.

Collaboration & Communication

• Facilitate communication across the Finance & Strategy organization by preparing updates, summaries, and correspondence.
• Support cross-functional collaboration by coordinating with HR, engagement program managers, and other stakeholders.

Leadership & Talent Development Support

• Assist in the execution of leadership forums, town halls, and talent development programs (including rotational, internship, and mid-career programs).
• Help gather feedback, track participation, and compile results for talent initiatives.

Special Projects

• Play a key role in high-impact projects as determined by Business Manager, CFO, or Colleague Engagement Leader.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• 5+ years of relevant experience in business administration, project coordination, or executive support

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting senior leaders or working in a matrixed organization
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently and work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Proactive problem-solver with a continuous improvement mindset
• Familiarity with project management tools and practices
• Interest in leadership development and organizational engagement
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Comfort with ambiguity and ability to adapt in a dynamic environment

Exempt Status: (Yes = not eligible for overtime pay) (No = eligible for overtime pay)

Workplace Type:

Our Approach to Office Workplace Type

Certain positions outside our branch network may be eligible for a flexible work arrangement. We’re combining the best of both worlds:  in-office and work from home. Our approach enables our teams to deepen connections, maintain a strong community, and do their best work. Remote roles will also have the opportunity to come together in our offices for moments that matter. Specific work arrangements will be provided by the hiring team.

Huntington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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