Director of Finance

THE TEAM YOU WILL BE JOINING

• A North American industry leader in asset management and logistics, serving essential sectors such as transportation, manufacturing, and infrastructure
• A privately held organization with annual revenues exceeding $1 billion and a decades-long track record of financial strength and operational excellence
• Recognized for its scalable network, innovative asset utilization model, and industry-leading reliability, enabling customers to operate efficiently and cost-effectively across the continent
• Currently experiencing strategic growth and modernization, with expanded investment in technology, data-driven insights, and continuous process improvement
• Backed by a seasoned executive team committed to innovation, safety, and long-term industry leadership

WHAT THEY OFFER YOU

• Visibility to executive leadership and exposure to strategic programs that directly shape business performance and operational outcomes
• A collaborative culture centered around transparency, continuous improvement, and cross-functional teamwork
• Opportunities to contribute to process optimization, program governance, and organizational efficiency in a best-in-class logistics environment

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Lead and manage annual budget, long-range financial plan, and quarterly forecast processes, collaborating with key stakeholders and department heads to incorporate and validate key assumptions and drivers.
• Provide financial modeling and scenario analysis to support strategic initiatives and capital investment decisions.
• Lead and oversee the annual pricing strategy to optimize railcar financial returns and ensure alignment with corporate objectives.
• Lead financial evaluations for asset lifecycle decisions, including railcar disposition and repair-versus-replace analyses.
• Collaborate with Asset Management, Maintenance Planning, and Finance/Treasury teams to optimize fleet and capital allocation.
• Deliver timely and accurate financial reports and dashboards for executive leadership, including preparation of quarterly board materials and ad hoc presentations.
• Identify trends, risks, and opportunities to improve profitability and operational efficiency and mitigate risks.
• Partner with G&A functional leaders to budget and manage expenses, as well as drive optimal use of resources.
• Lead, mentor, and develop FP&A team members to build a high-performing, collaborative culture.
• Foster cross-functional relationships to ensure alignment and transparency.

HOW YOU ARE QUALIFIED

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; MBA or CPA preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, with at least 5 years in leadership roles.
• Strong knowledge of financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and key financial metrics.
• Experience with ERP and EPM systems (e.g., Oracle) as well as advanced analytics tools (e.g., PowerBI).
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.