Manager Structured Finance- North America

Johnson Controls; Glendale (AZ); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid vacation/holidays/sick time

Comprehensive benefits including 401K,

On the job/cross training

Collaborative team environment

Safety-focused Zero Harm culture

Job summary

Johnson Controls in Glendale, Wisconsin, seeks a seasoned structured finance professional to originate, structure, and execute equipment financing transactions for JC Capital. You will oversee the pipeline, credit analysis, documentation, and coordination with internal teams to ensure timely closes.

The role requires 6–10 years of equipment finance experience, a finance-related degree, and strong analytical skills.

Qualifications

• 6–10 years of relevant experience in equipment finance or structured lending.
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; MBA or CFA an asset.
• Strong credit analysis and financial modelling capabilities.
• Experience with lease accounting (ASC 842) and loan documentation.
• Familiarity with lease management systems (Odessa) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Origination, structuring, and execution of equipment financing and structured lending transactions for JC Capital.
• Oversee end-to-end deal lifecycle from pipeline development to documentation, booking, and portfolio management.
• Coordinate with internal and external legal counsel on contract drafting and closing mechanics.
• Support the operational execution of booked transactions including servicing, billing, and amendments.
• Monitor portfolio performance and covenant compliance; escalate issues as needed.

Skills

Credit analysis

Financial modelling

Deal structuring

Relationship management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance/Accounting/Economics

MBA or CFA is an asset

Tools

Odessa lease management

Job description

Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team

Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.

For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycleservicesand an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-worldresultsand help move society forward.

What we offer:

• Competitive salary

• Paidvacation/holidays/sicktime

• Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care

• On the job/cross training opportunities

• Encouraging and collaborative team environment

• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy

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 marketdata.) This role offers a competitive Bonus plan that will take into account individual, group,and corporate performance. This position includes a competitive benefits package. Theposted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognizethat exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typicalprofile. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, weencourage you to apply. To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may usetechnology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluatecandidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers. For details, pleasevisit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us

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