Strategic Facility Finance & Operations Lead

GATX; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 92,700 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

GATX in Chicago, IL is seeking a Manager, Facility Finance and Administration to act as the primary financial advisor for designated shops, partnering with plant leadership to improve performance and reporting.

You will drive budgeting, forecasting, and capital project analysis, turning financial data into actionable insights and collaborating with FP&A, Accounting, and Internal Audit to ensure controls and compliance across facilities.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree required in Accounting or Finance.
• CPA or MBA with a concentration in Finance and/or Accounting desired.
• 8+ years of accounting and financial analysis experience in a service/maintenance or plant manufacturing environment preferred.
• Strong business acumen and ability to explain financials to non-finance leaders.

Responsibilities

• Act as the lead financial advisor for assigned shops, building partnerships with plant managers and shop leadership team.
• Develop and continuously improve financial analysis and key operating metrics reporting at the repair facilities.
• Translate financial results into operational insights: identify cost trends, drivers, and savings opportunities.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting and planning processes for the assigned facilities.
• Provide financial analysis support related to capital investments and monitor spend.

Skills

Business acumen

Education

Undergraduate degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA or MBA with concentration in Finance/Accounting

Job description

GATX in Chicago, IL is seeking a Manager, Facility Finance and Administration to act as the primary financial advisor for designated shops, partnering with plant leadership to improve performance and reporting.

You will drive budgeting, forecasting, and capital project analysis, turning financial data into actionable insights and collaborating with FP&A, Accounting, and Internal Audit to ensure controls and compliance across facilities.