About the Role

The Director of Specialty Finance plays a pivotal role in safeguarding the organization’s financial interests by proactively managing risk and ensuring compliance across all specialty finance activities. This leader not only directs the operational and analytical functions of the portfolio but also fosters a culture of accountability and continuous improvement, collaborating with cross-functional teams to adapt strategies in response to evolving market trends and regulatory requirements.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

• Oversees the policies and procedures necessary to identify, address, and mitigate the inherent risks (Credit, Interest Rate, Liquidity, Operational, Price, Compliance, Strategic, and Reputation) associated with the specialty finance portfolio.
• Provides oversight of Portfolio Management, Portfolio Analysis, Billing & Collecting, and Contract Administration for the specialty finance portfolio.
• Manages accounting processes connected to the specialty finance portfolio.
• Directs impairment analysis for applicable assets within the portfolio.
• Handles the sale/use and property tax processes and coordinates other tax matters related to the specialty finance portfolio.
• Develops and maintains formal policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure effective management of the specialty finance portfolio.

• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in specialty finance, portfolio management, or a related financial services domain.
• Proven leadership experience managing teams and complex portfolios within financial services.
• Strong understanding of risk management, portfolio analysis, and regulatory frameworks applicable to specialty finance.
• Experience with tax compliance, accounting standards, and impairment analysis.
• Extensive knowledge of specialty finance products, market trends, and portfolio risk factors.
• Exceptional analytical skills, including the ability to interpret financial statements and conduct detailed portfolio analysis.
• Strong organizational and project management abilities, with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly to diverse audiences.
• Proficiency in financial software, portfolio management systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrated ability to develop, implement, and monitor policies and procedures for portfolio risk mitigation.
• Adaptability and strategic thinking in a dynamic regulatory and business environment.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field; Master’s degree or professional certification (e.g., CPA, CFA) preferred.

City National Bank of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or Florida law. City National Bank of Florida complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable Florida laws. Qualified individuals with disabilities who require a reasonable accommodation in order to complete the online application or participate in the hiring process may contact our Human Resources Talent Attraction Department at 305-577-7207 or by email at talent.attraction@citynational.com.