Finance Leader

Trane Technologies; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 118,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Education and training benefits

Wellness programs

Job summary

Trane Technologies seeks a Finance Leader for Thermo King’s Klinge Corporation to guide financial planning, analysis, and performance management across business units. You will partner with leadership to craft long-range plans, manage capital investments, and drive efficiency using ERP and data analytics.

The role requires strong FP&A expertise, advanced modeling, and experience with ERP systems, GAAP/IFRS, and cross-functional leadership in a manufacturing context.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration; MBA/CPA preferred.
• 5–7 years’ FP&A or business finance experience in manufacturing and commercial environments.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.
• Strong analytical, modeling, forecasting, and communication skills.
• Experience with ERP and financial systems integration.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial guidance to Leadership to drive profitability and performance.
• Perform complex analyses: variance, scenario planning, modeling.
• Lead MOR and QBR reporting with detailed business updates.
• Evaluate capital purchases with ROI/ROIC/CROIC models.
• Direct Long Range Plan, AOP, and reforecast cycles; maintain dashboards and KPIs.
• Drive Lean initiatives and cross-functional project teams to improve processes.
• Ensure GAAP/IFRS compliance and internal controls; oversee SOX where applicable.
• Collaborate with ERP/IT, Supply Chain, and Finance leadership on cost and efficiency improvements.

Skills

FP&A

Financial modeling

Excel

ERP systems

EPICOR

Oracle R12

OneStream

Tableau

Dataiku

GAAP/IFRS

Tax knowledge

Risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration

MBA

CPA

Tools

EPICOR

Oracle R12

OneStream

Tableau

Dataiku

Excel

Job description

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Where Is The Work

Monday to Thursday, work onsite with your colleagues. Fridays, choose your work location, balancing what your work requires.

Thermo King’s Klinge Corporation team is hiring a Finance Leader. The Klinge Corporation Finance team has responsibility for partnering with the business to drive financial performance by overseeing financial planning and analysis, short and long-term strategy, management reporting, compliance, governance, investment evaluation, process improvements, and optimize the use of the ERP system and support the IT service operations team. Thermo King’s Klinge Corporation is a world class innovator in the transport refrigeration industry, providing innovative and ultra-reliable containerized temperature-controlled solutions for critical chemicals, essential foodstuffs, and life-changing medicine. Thermo King’s Klinge Corporation sales efforts are composed by equipment sales, parts sales, service sales, telematics/satellite solutions sales, rental business for temporary short- or long-term solutions and a manufacturing facility.

You will lead and support a Finance team that includes an Accounting Manager, an Accounting Supervisor and an Accounting Assistant and an ERP/IT team that includes an ERP Manager and an ERP Analyst (a total of 5 team members from which 2 would be direct reports). The Finance Leader will enable business growth and integrity by guiding leaders, managing key financial initiatives, and strengthening financial acumen throughout the organization.

What Will You Do

• Provide the Thermo King’s Klinge Corporation Leadership team with financial support and guidance to drive overall business performance and profitability. Own and collaborate on actionable business and operational plans while providing financial insight.
• Perform complex financial analysis, including variance analysis, scenario planning, and modeling. Lead discussions to present findings to Thermo King’s Klinge Corporation Leadership team, clarifying drivers and business impacts.
• Prepare and review performance via Monthly Operating Reviews (MOR) and Quarterly Business Reviews (QBR). Provide detailed business updates throughout Thermo King’s Klinge Corporation organization.
• Evaluate capital asset purchases and operating expenses by developing detailed ROI, ROIC and CROIC models and business cases for new investments, business enhancements, rental fleet expansion, and rental depot or plant footprint optimization.
• Direct the business forecasting processes, including Long Range Plan (LRP), Annual Operating Plan (AOP), and quarterly reforecast cycles. Prepare and maintain dashboard reporting, KPIs. Facilitate weekly pulses and monthly Risks & Opportunities (R&O) reviews.
• Lead and facilitate cross-functional strategic project teams to implement business initiatives, such as process improvement/automation, expansion plans, and new product offerings. Quantify long-term financial impacts and ensure alignment with company strategy.
• Serve as the finance liaison with AAC on accounting entries, reconciliations, and compliance, ensuring accurate communication and transparent impact to the business.
• Develop and maintain budgeting, financial planning, control, accounting, and reporting policies and practices.
• Establish and oversee cash management activities, including appropriate Treasury policies and procedures
• Work with Thermo King’s Klinge Corporation Leadership team to identify and implement strategic tax planning objectives.
• Participate in the strategic and operational governance processes and establish clear governance as it relates to the financial reporting and auditing processes
• Ensure effective internal controls are in place and ensure compliance with GAAP (and IFRS, as needed) and applicable federal, state, local and country regulatory laws and rules for financial and tax reporting
• Oversee SOX compliance for the Thermo King’s Klinge Corporation, including controls documentation, testing, and remediation as needed.
• Design and implement tools for financial selling, such as pricing models and customer value analytics, supporting the sales team in maximizing profitability, including support to incentive structures.
• Hold each Team member accountable for positive and negative variances from the financial plan for their area of responsibility. Initiate corrective actions to reverse unfavorable variances.
• Drive office and financial process efficiency using Lean tools (e.g., value stream analysis), validating business benefits and supporting approval of productivity projects.
• Establish and enhance processes for financial accounting, order management, credit/collections and accounts payable that best leverage the resources of the Thermo King’s Klinge Corporation and shared services resources
• Collaborate with peer finance leaders to benchmark best practices, troubleshoot business developments, and drive continuous improvement.
• Work with the ERP Manager in the areas of cost/efficiency reporting in support of improved efficiencies in company operations, guarantee alignment and proper local support of the IT service operations team and with the Supply Chain Manager on Inventory review and Purchasing improvements to drive the planned profit.
• Represent Thermo King’s Klinge Corporation professionally in the community and industry associations, enhancing company reputation and networking for strategic opportunities.

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or related discipline; with strong preference for MBA and CPA
• Minimum 5-7 years’ experience in FP&A or business finance role, ideally with exposure to both manufacturing and commercial environments.
• Proven track record of working independently and managing multiple projects or deliverables simultaneously.
• Effective process execution, leading teams and collaborating across functions and cultures to achieve team success.
• Strong analytical and economic modeling abilities, including proficiency with financial forecasting, variance analysis, and ROI, ROIC and CROIC modeling.
• Advanced problem-solving capability, detail orientation, and sensitivity to tight time frames.
• Strong influencing and presentation skills; confident in leading financial reviews and communicating recommendations to senior leadership.
• Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills; adept at translating financial information for non-financial audiences.
• Skilled at managing complex projects, setting priorities, and meeting deadlines, often in a fast-paced environment.
• Energetic, forward-thinking, and creative; exhibits professionalism, high ethical standards, and positive leadership.
• Familiarity with EPICOR, Oracle R12, OneStream consolidation strongly preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong competency in creating financial models.
• Data visualization familiarity utilizing Tableau and Dataiku is encouraged.
• Other key qualifications include:
  • Knowledge of risk management practices and processes
  • Broad understanding of compliance with country-specific laws and regulations, statutory requirements and GAAP and IFRS
  • Understanding of main drivers of economic performance and markets, economic strategy, and economic forecasting and modeling
  • Knowledge of tax and most effective corporate tax structures
• Key Competencies
• Business Acumen
• Accounting and Controls
• Forecasting
• Navigating matrixed organizations
• Exercises Sound Judgement with Strong Problem-Solving Skills
• Communications and Presentation Skills
• Change management
• Teamwork and Collaboration Skills

Annual Base Salary Range Or Hourly Base Pay Range

$117,673.33 - $189,800.00

Compensation Type

Salary

Incentive Eligible

Yes

Sales Commission Eligible

No

Disclaimer

We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience, travel requirements, and union designation. Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country. Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.

Thrive At Work And At Home

• Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!
• Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
• Paid time off includes up to 15 vacation days, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
• 401K match up, educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.

Disclaimer: Benefit offerings may vary by site as well as Collective Bargaining Agreements and local/state regulations

Safety Sensitive Role

Yes

The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.