Remote Financial Director Jobs
Remote financial director jobs are in active demand across the U.S., with remote-first firms, distributed teams, and companies in technology, healthcare, and financial services all hiring for this role. Employers hiring remotely right now include CVS Health, Reserv, and Trace3. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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About Our Company
We’re a diversified financial services leader with more than $1.5 trillion in assets under management, administration and advisement as of year-end 2024. Our team of 22,000 people across 19 countries, serves more than 3.5 million individual, small business and institutional clients. We are a longstanding leader in financial planning and advice, a global asset manager and an insurer. Our unwavering focus on our clients and strong financial foundation connects each of our unique businesses – Ameriprise Financial, Columbia Threadneedle Investments and RiverSource Insurance and Annuities. Here, we foster meaningful careers, invest in the future, and make a difference for clients, institutions and communities around the world.
Job Description
We are seeking a high-impact business development leader to expand the Ameriprise Financial Institution Group (AFIG) network of community banks and credit unions. In this role, you will drive territory growth, build executive relationships, and position Ameriprise as a strategic partner for wealth management and investment solutions. You will influence business growth through consultative selling, market insights, and partnership development while collaborating across the enterprise to deliver successful outcomes. This is an opportunity to shape long-term growth in a highly visible role with significant client impact.Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute territory growth strategies to expand the financial institution channel, acquire new bank and credit union partners, and achieve business growth objectives.
- Build and deepen executive-level relationships with bank and credit union leadership, positioning Ameriprise as a trusted strategic partner and identifying opportunities to deliver wealth management, investment, and program solutions.
- Lead the full business development lifecycle, including prospecting, pipeline management, needs assessment, proposal development, presentations, negotiations, contract execution, forecasting, and customer relationship management activities.
- Partner with internal stakeholders across operations, marketing, compliance, program management, and leadership teams to successfully onboard and implement new financial institution partnerships.
- Represent Ameriprise in the marketplace through industry conferences, banking associations, networking events, and client engagements while monitoring competitive trends and market opportunities.
- Travel throughout the assigned territory to cultivate relationships, support business development activities, and drive sustained growth.
Required Qualifications
- 7-10 years of business development, sales, account management, or relationship management experience within financial services, investment management or banking. Community bank and credit union partnerships experience a plus.
- Demonstrated success developing new business, managing complex sales cycles, and building relationships with senior executives and decision makers.
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
- Strong proficiency with customer relationship management tools, data analysis, reporting, prospecting, and Microsoft Office applications; advanced presentation skills preferred.
- Excellent verbal, written, and public speaking skills with the ability to influence stakeholders, present to senior leaders and boards, and communicate complex concepts effectively.
- Highly self-motivated, entrepreneurial, results-oriented professional with strong organizational, time management, problem-solving, and collaboration skills.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and respond quickly to client needs while maintaining a high standard of service.
- Ability and willingness to travel regularly throughout an assigned geographic territory.
Preferred Qualifications
- Ability to communicate with other departments within the firm to achieve goals (Sales, Marketing, IT, Operations, Compliance, HR).
- Must be able to work independently with minimum supervision.
- Excellent time management skills.
- Comfortable presenting to bank executives, board members, and high-level decision makers and/or large groups.
- Professional demeanor.
- Ability and experience articulating complex and in-depth concepts.
Base Pay Salary
The estimated base salary for this role is $150,000 per year. We have a pay-for-performance compensation philosophy. Your initial total compensation may vary based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographical work location. In addition, most of our roles are eligible for variable pay in the form of bonus, commissions, and/or long-term incentives depending on the role. We also have a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports all aspects of your health and well-being, including but not limited to vacation time, sick time, 401(k), and health, dental and life insurances.Full-Time/Part-Time
Exempt/Non-Exempt
Job Family Group
Line of Business
Ameriprise Financial is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, military status, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship, disability status, marital status, family status or any other basis prohibited by law.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, speak to your recruiter to discuss how we can support you.
About Our Company
We’re a diversified financial services leader with more than $1.5 trillion in assets under management, administration and advisement as of year-end 2024. Our team of 22,000 people across 19 countries, serves more than 3.5 million individual, small business and institutional clients. We are a longstanding leader in financial planning and advice, a global asset manager and an insurer. Our unwavering focus on our clients and strong financial foundation connects each of our unique businesses – Ameriprise Financial, Columbia Threadneedle Investments and RiverSource Insurance and Annuities. Here, we foster meaningful careers, invest in the future, and make a difference for clients, institutions and communities around the world.
Job Description
We are seeking a high-impact business development leader to expand the Ameriprise Financial Institution Group (AFIG) network of community banks and credit unions. In this role, you will drive territory growth, build executive relationships, and position Ameriprise as a strategic partner for wealth management and investment solutions. You will influence business growth through consultative selling, market insights, and partnership development while collaborating across the enterprise to deliver successful outcomes. This is an opportunity to shape long-term growth in a highly visible role with significant client impact.Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute territory growth strategies to expand the financial institution channel, acquire new bank and credit union partners, and achieve business growth objectives.
- Build and deepen executive-level relationships with bank and credit union leadership, positioning Ameriprise as a trusted strategic partner and identifying opportunities to deliver wealth management, investment, and program solutions.
- Lead the full business development lifecycle, including prospecting, pipeline management, needs assessment, proposal development, presentations, negotiations, contract execution, forecasting, and customer relationship management activities.
- Partner with internal stakeholders across operations, marketing, compliance, program management, and leadership teams to successfully onboard and implement new financial institution partnerships.
- Represent Ameriprise in the marketplace through industry conferences, banking associations, networking events, and client engagements while monitoring competitive trends and market opportunities.
- Travel throughout the assigned territory to cultivate relationships, support business development activities, and drive sustained growth.
Required Qualifications
- 7-10 years of business development, sales, account management, or relationship management experience within financial services, investment management or banking. Community bank and credit union partnerships experience a plus.
- Demonstrated success developing new business, managing complex sales cycles, and building relationships with senior executives and decision makers.
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
- Strong proficiency with customer relationship management tools, data analysis, reporting, prospecting, and Microsoft Office applications; advanced presentation skills preferred.
- Excellent verbal, written, and public speaking skills with the ability to influence stakeholders, present to senior leaders and boards, and communicate complex concepts effectively.
- Highly self-motivated, entrepreneurial, results-oriented professional with strong organizational, time management, problem-solving, and collaboration skills.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and respond quickly to client needs while maintaining a high standard of service.
- Ability and willingness to travel regularly throughout an assigned geographic territory.
Preferred Qualifications
- Ability to communicate with other departments within the firm to achieve goals (Sales, Marketing, IT, Operations, Compliance, HR).
- Must be able to work independently with minimum supervision.
- Excellent time management skills.
- Comfortable presenting to bank executives, board members, and high-level decision makers and/or large groups.
- Professional demeanor.
- Ability and experience articulating complex and in-depth concepts.
Base Pay Salary
The estimated base salary for this role is $150,000 per year. We have a pay-for-performance compensation philosophy. Your initial total compensation may vary based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographical work location. In addition, most of our roles are eligible for variable pay in the form of bonus, commissions, and/or long-term incentives depending on the role. We also have a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports all aspects of your health and well-being, including but not limited to vacation time, sick time, 401(k), and health, dental and life insurances.Full-Time/Part-Time
Exempt/Non-Exempt
Job Family Group
Line of Business
Ameriprise Financial is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, military status, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship, disability status, marital status, family status or any other basis prohibited by law.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, speak to your recruiter to discuss how we can support you.
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Who's Hiring
- CVS Health16
- Reserv1
- Trace31
- Truist1
- Prenuvo1
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Education
- Insurance
- Accounting & Auditing
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote financial director jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field required
- CPA or CMA certification strongly preferred or required
- 10 or more years of progressive finance and accounting experience
- Proficiency in ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite
- Experience managing financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting processes
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal controls frameworks
Tips for Your Remote Financial Director Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote financial director openings from across the U.S. in one place. Search roles by function and apply directly to the ones that match your background before postings close.
Show async financial leadership on your resume
Remote employers want to see that you can direct financial operations without daily in-person contact. Highlight experience owning reporting cycles, managing distributed finance teams, and producing board-ready materials without a physical office anchor.
Demonstrate fluency with cloud financial systems
Remote financial director roles rely on tools like NetSuite, Sage Intacct, and QuickBooks Online for real-time visibility across distributed teams. Name the platforms you have used and the scope of operations you managed inside them.
Prepare for written-first remote interviews
Many remote-first companies open director searches with asynchronous written assessments or case studies before scheduling a video call. Practice framing financial strategy decisions clearly in writing, since your written communication is evaluated as seriously as your verbal answers.
Remote Financial Director Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote financial director job?
Remote financial directors land roles by demonstrating they can lead financial operations without in-person oversight. Remote-first companies and distributed teams screen heavily for written communication, async collaboration, and self-directed judgment on forecasting and reporting. Candidates who show clear documentation habits, familiarity with cloud-based financial systems, and a history of independent decision-making stand out from those who rely on proximity to manage effectively.
Which companies hire remote financial directors?
Employers currently hiring remote financial directors include CVS Health, Reserv, and Trace3, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Remote-first technology firms, distributed healthcare organizations, and financial services companies with geographically dispersed leadership teams are the most consistent sources of remote financial director openings.
Can you get a remote financial director job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level financial director roles are harder to land because you must operate independently from day one without in-office mentorship. Early-stage startups and lean remote-first companies sometimes hire candidates into director-level finance roles when strong analytical output, a well-documented portfolio of financial models or budget work, and comfort with remote collaboration tools offset the lack of formal title experience.
Do you need a degree for remote financial director jobs?
Not always. Remote employers hiring financial directors weigh demonstrated results alongside credentials, including experience owning budgets, leading audits, and producing board-level reporting. A CPA, CFA, or MBA strengthens a candidacy, but remote teams evaluating distributed hires often prioritize verifiable work output and financial system proficiency over the degree itself.
Which industries hire the most remote financial directors?
Most remote financial director openings sit in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Insurance, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors hire financial directors remotely because their leadership structures are already distributed, making centralized in-office finance leadership less practical than a director who can operate effectively across time zones.
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