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First Financial Bank

Regional bank offering personal, business banking

Financial Center Manager 1

Full-Time
$49k - $59k/yr
Junior
Bachelor's, Associate's
St Marys, OH, USA
In Person
Finance & BankingRetail & Commercial Banking

About the job

Requirements
  • One to two years of experience coaching and/or mentoring in a retail environment.
  • One to two years of personal experience in sales and service, with prior success achieving sales and service goals in a retail environment.
  • One to two years of demonstrated prior success achieving performance goals.
  • A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required.
  • One to two years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Responsibilities
  • Achieve specified banking center and staff performance goals, including profitability, deposit and loan growth, and fee income.
  • Build, develop, and lead a team focused on providing exceptional client experiences and financial solutions.
  • Drive new client acquisition, retention, and growth of core consumer and small-business relationships, as well as non-interest revenue.
  • Build internal partnerships with key specialists and partners to meet client needs and contribute to market growth.
  • Foster associate satisfaction through coaching, career development, and support; mentor new associates during onboarding as needed.
  • Build community alliances and participate in community groups and events to develop outside sales opportunities.
  • Adhere to compliance and regulatory procedures, including Bank Secrecy Act, Check 21, Customer Identification Program, Community Reinvestment Act, Home Mortgage Disclosure Act, Regulation B, Regulation D, Regulation E, Regulation CC, Truth in Savings, privacy compliance, and the Patriot Act.
  • Model the bank’s mission and values for peers and coworkers.
  • Maintain a banking center environment that delivers an exceptional client experience and fosters client loyalty and relationship development.
  • Meet or exceed banking center performance goals while supporting District and Region goals.
  • Foster an inclusive, team-oriented environment and lead communication and collaboration across levels.
  • Develop a team knowledgeable about bank products, processes, policies, and procedures, and willing to support other teams in the District.
  • Manage banking center success, including daily operations, audit results, and sales execution.
  • Open deposit accounts, accept and enter loan applications, close loans, and assist, coach, and lead the branch team in growing consumer and business accounts, loans, and deposits.
  • Manage new-client onboarding and ensure follow-up calls occur within the proper timeframe.
  • Manage financial center sales and performance, understanding the impact on the District and company.
  • Coach and recognize associates and update team members on progress toward goals.
  • Develop business relationships with key partners to deepen client relationships, identify opportunities, share relationships, and make introductions and referrals. Partners include Business Specialists, Worklife Specialists, Financial Wellness Advisors, Preferred Bankers, Private Bankers, Wealth Advisors, Mortgage Loan Officers, and Commercial Partners.
  • Manage day-to-day activities aligned with the First Financial Bank Experience, including ensuring associates deliver quality client experiences, deepening client relationships, managing onboarding, and leading daily huddles and team meetings.
  • Attract associates aligned with the bank’s culture, support their engagement, and assist the District Leader and Retail Regional President with interviewing candidates.
  • Ensure associates actively manage their client relationships.
  • Develop associates through observational coaching, joint sales calls, and use of the R.O.P.E. coaching model.
  • Maintain operational and risk-management standards.
  • Assist the District Leader in facilitating conference calls and leading team meetings and District/Region communications.
  • Serve as a liaison among peers, the District Leader, and the Retail Regional President, supporting retail-wide initiatives, communication, and engagement.
Desired Qualifications
  • An associate’s or bachelor’s degree, and/or equivalent banking work experience.

About the company

First Financial Bank is a regional bank serving individuals and local businesses. It offers personal banking products such as checking and savings accounts, mortgage and home equity loans, and digital services like online and mobile banking for remote deposits, bill pay, and account management. For businesses, it provides commercial banking tools tailored to local clients. The bank makes money mainly from interest on loans and fees for services. It stands out by focusing on local needs and security, providing resources to help customers protect themselves from fraud and by maintaining a physical network of branches and ATMs alongside digital platforms. Its goal is to help customers manage money securely and conveniently while supporting the financial needs of the regional community.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Cincinnati, Ohio

Founded

1863

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What believers are saying

  • Finward adds 24 Peoples Bank centers and $1.7 billion deposits in Northwest Indiana.
  • The deal is 5% EPS accretive with only 0.4% tangible book dilution.
  • Q2 2026 loans grew to $13.7 billion and deposits to $17.7 billion.

What critics are saying

  • Q2 2026 revenue missed estimates at $264.2 million, signaling weak execution.
  • Efficiency ratio hit 61.2% in Q2 2026, crushing profitability leverage.
  • Finward closing needs regulators and shareholders; any delay or denial kills 2026 synergies.

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  • First Financial Bancorp posted 143 consecutive profitable quarters by June 30, 2026.
  • Its Midwest acquisition machine closed Westfield in 2025 and targets Finward in Q4 2026.
  • Management generated record adjusted EPS of $0.80 in Q2 2026 despite integration noise.

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Company News

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Jul 21st, 2026
First Financial Bancorp misses Q2 revenue estimates despite 16.5% year-on-year growth to $264.2M

First Financial Bancorp reported Q2 2026 results that missed analysts' revenue expectations. The regional banking company posted sales of $264.2 million, falling short of the $270.7 million estimate, despite a 16.5% year-on-year increase. Net interest income reached $190.4 million, below the expected $194.5 million. The company's efficiency ratio came in at 61.2%, missing estimates of 56.9%. However, First Financial Bancorp's adjusted earnings per share of $0.80 matched analyst forecasts. Tangible book value per share was $16.64, broadly in line with expectations and up 6.6% year on year. The bank, which traces its roots to 1863, provides commercial banking, lending, deposit services, and wealth management. Net interest income represents 72.1% of its total revenue over the past five years.

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Jul 21st, 2026
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Jul 21st, 2026
First Financial Deal Would Add 24 Peoples Bank Centers

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