Johnson Controls

Manager Structured Finance- North America

Johnson Controls$120K — $150K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 6–10 years experience in equipment financing or structured lending
  • Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; MBA or CFA preferred
  • Strong credit analysis and financial modeling capabilities
  • Familiarity with lease accounting (ASC 842) and loan documentation
  • Proven ability to originate and close financing transactions
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Self-starter with a hands-on, execution-oriented mindset

Responsibilities

  • Manage origination, structuring, and execution of financing transactions
  • Support North American deal pipeline by partnering with sales teams
  • Structure and negotiate tailored equipment financing arrangements
  • Prepare and review credit memoranda, term sheets, and deal documentation
  • Oversee operational execution including servicing and collections
  • Monitor portfolio performance and credit quality
  • Contribute to JC Capital's growth through strategic development

Benefits

  • Competitive bonus plan tied to performance
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Hybrid work model
  • Focus on professional development and training
  • Opportunity for career growth within a multinational organization
Full Job Description

What You Will Do

You will manage the origination, structuring, and execution of equipment financing and structured lending transactions for Johnson Controls Capital (JC Capital), the Company's captive finance arm serving North American customers. You will oversee the end-to-end deal lifecycle — from pipeline development and credit analysis through documentation, booking, and portfolio management — while ensuring alignment with corporate policies, risk appetite, and strategic priorities.

How You Will Do It

Origination & Deal Execution
  • Support the North American deal pipeline by partnering with Business Unit sales teams, participating in pipeline calls, and identifying financing opportunities for JCI equipment and service contracts.
  • Structure and negotiate equipment leases, loans, and other financing arrangements tailored to customer needs and JCI's balance sheet objectives.
  • Prepare and review credit memoranda, data tapes, term sheets, and deal documentation.
  • Coordinate with internal and external legal counsel on contract drafting, security/collateral packages, and closing mechanics.
Portfolio & Operations Management
  • Support the operational execution of booked transactions, including servicing, billing, collections, and amendments.
  • Manage relationships with key counterparties (e.g., co-lenders, banks, customers) and serve as the primary point of contact for North American structured finance matters.
  • Monitor portfolio performance, covenant compliance, and credit quality; escalate issues as appropriate.
  • Support the Odessa lease management platform, including change request reviews, process improvements and system upgrades.
Strategy & Reporting
  • Contribute to JC Capital's growth & strategic direction, including new product development, pricing strategy, market expansion initiatives and internal training.
  • Prepare weekly operational updates, deal review materials, and management reporting.
  • Support periodic loan sales and receivables monetization.
People & Stakeholder Management
  • Supervise and develop structured finance analyst(s) supporting the North American portfolio.
  • Collaborate closely with Treasury, Legal, Tax, Accounting, and Business Unit stakeholders across the deal lifecycle.

What We Look For

Experience: 6–10 years of relevant experience in equipment finance or structured lending at a financial institution or large multinational.

Education: Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; MBA or CFA an asset.

Technical Skills: Strong credit analysis and financial modelling capabilities; experience with lease accounting (ASC 842), loan documentation, and deal structuring. Familiarity with lease management systems (e.g., Odessa) is a plus.

Commercial Acumen: Proven ability to originate and close financing transactions; comfortable engaging with sales teams and external customers.

Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to present complex financial structures clearly to senior leadership.

Attributes: Self-starter with a hands-on, execution-oriented mindset; able to manage multiple deals simultaneously in a fast-paced environment; team player with strong interpersonal skills.

This role is designated as hybrid and is based at our Glendale, WI office.

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $120,000-150,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) This role offers a competitive Bonus plan that will take into account individual, group, and corporate performance. This position includes a competitive benefits package. The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply. To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us

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About Johnson Controls

Johnson Controls International plc is a multinational conglomerate headquartered in Cork, Ireland that produces automotive parts such as batteries and electronics and HVAC equipment for buildings. It employs 105,000 people in around 2,000 locations across six continents. As of 2019, it was listed as 389th in the Fortune Global 500; in 2020, it became ineligible for the list. Johnson Controls was founded in 1885 by Warren S. Johnson, a professor at the State Normal School in Whitewater, Wisconsin. Originally called the Johnson Electric Service Company, it focused on automatic temperature regulation. In 1974, the company changed its name to Johnson Controls.
Learn more about Johnson Controls
Size
101,000 employees
Market Cap
$44.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$923 million
Founded
1885
5 Year Trend
+2.1%
Revenue
$22 billion
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