Trane Technologies

Finance Leader

Trane Technologies$117K — $189K *
York, PA 17403In-Person
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration or related discipline; MBA and CPA preferred.
  • 5-7 years of experience in FP&A or business finance, preferably in manufacturing and commercial environments.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work independently.
  • Strong analytical skills with expertise in financial forecasting and economic modeling.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with EPICOR, Oracle R12, or OneStream consolidation.

Responsibilities

  • Provide financial support and insights to the leadership team to enhance business performance.
  • Perform complex financial analyses and present findings to leadership, clarifying key drivers.
  • Prepare and review performance updates through Monthly and Quarterly Business Reviews.
  • Evaluate capital asset purchases and develop ROI and business case models for new investments.
  • Lead forecasting processes, including Long Range Planning and Annual Operating Plans.

Benefits

  • Health insurance and wellness programs effective from DAY ONE.
  • Family building benefits including fertility, adoption, and surrogacy assistance.
  • 401K matching up to 6% with an additional 2% core contribution.
  • 15 vacation days, 9 paid holidays, and various options for paid leave.
  • Educational opportunities along with tuition assistance and student debt support.
Full Job Description
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 in York, PA! 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 based in York, PA.

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:

As our Finance Leader you will:
  • 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.
  • 401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution = up to 8% company contribution.
  • Paid time off includes 15 vacation days, 9 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
  • Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.


Disclaimer: Benefit offerings may vary depending on 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.

About Trane Technologies

Trane Technologies is a global climate innovator. Through our strategic brands Trane and Thermo King, and our portfolio of environmentally responsible products and services, we bring efficient and sustainable climate solutions to buildings, homes and transportation. Our innovative solutions have helped make buildings and homes comfortable, while more energy efficient and environmentally friendly. We also provide transport temperature control solutions that are used in the food, beverage and pharmaceutical sectors. Trane Technologies is committed to achieving carbon neutrality by 2030 and has been named to the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index for the tenth consecutive year.
Learn more about Trane Technologies
Size
37,000 employees
Market Cap
$39 billion
Industry
Net Income
$854.8 million
5 Year Trend
+0.9%
Revenue
$12.4 billion
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