Manager Budgets (Mechanical)

BNSF Railway • Fort Worth, TX

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

Be part of a team that values safety, inclusion, and excellence. We are one of the largest U.S. railroads transporting the nation’s freight across 28 western states and 3 Canadian provinces. As a member of our team, you will play a role in supporting the movement of essential products and materials that help feed, clothe, supply, and power communities throughout America and the world. We are committed to a culture where all employees are included, belong, and have equal opportunity to achieve their full potential. Come make a difference with us! Learn more about BNSF and our Benefits. This is a full-time position located in Fort Worth, TX. For certain positions, including this one, employees can work one day per week remotely. Our leaders also foster a culture where work-life balance, which requires flexibility for when life happens, is important and respected. Travel is possible as determined by business need but typically less than 5%. This position works closely with multiple departments including Mechanical, Marketing, Strategic Sourcing, Accounts Payable, Materials, Internal and External Reporting, Capital, Tax, Payroll, Manpower Planning, Engineering Structures, Finance, and Accounting.

Requirements

• Able to work now and in the future without BNSF’s assistance (whether monetary, through sponsorship, or otherwise) in obtaining, maintaining, or extending employment authorization (including H-1B, STEM OPT/CPT, or TN nonimmigrant status).
• Bachelor's degree with preference in Accounting, Finance, or Business-related field, and/or equivalent formal training, certifications or work experience.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in finance-related field, as applicable
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple tasks and ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Ability to prepare accurate and comprehensive reports, studies, financial analyses, correspondence, and other documents
• Strong organizational and analytical skills and ability to quickly respond to critical issues.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in a related discipline (Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration preferred)
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• 2-5 years’ experience in a finance-related field, as applicable
• Knowledge of freight car and locomotive maintenance and repair processes
• Knowledge of cost accounting principles and ability to develop/communicate metrics to business partners to aid in sound financial and operational decision making
• Ability to prepare training/presentation materials and conduct training sessions
• Experience developing, monitoring, and forecasting expenses for a large/complex department/company
• Experience retrieving and analyzing data utilizing SAP, GQL, BI Query, SAS, etc
• Working knowledge of TSS, Mincom, Essbase/SmartView, OnTrack, SAP, QuickPay/Coupa.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the review and management of operating expenses related to BNSF’s Mechanical functions among other items. Includes; Recording of ongoing journal entries. Forecasting and Closing activities related to Income Statement/ Balance Sheet lines, such as close vs. forecast variance explanations. Preparation of monthly close reports. Creation of the Annual plan.
• Responsible for the review and management of capital expenditures related to BNSF’s Mechanical functions among other items. Includes; Monitoring actual expense vs. authorized amount for AFE’s by area or responsibility. Forecasting and Closing activities related to Capital expenditures. Coordinating with business partners to establish the Capital Plan; obtaining approval for and creating CPAR’s and AFE’s.
• Prepares and presents financial related information to personnel in the field and Mechanical operations personnel at headquarters to assist in the ongoing review of budgetary areas.
• Works closely with Mechanical operations personnel to provide ongoing support and assistance as part of Mechanical’s management of relevant budgetary areas.

Benefits

• An industry-leading 401(k) and renowned Railroad Retirement program.
• A range of robust health care options for you and your dependents (including domestic partners), including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, mental health, cancer support, and high-quality care network options.
• Health care spending accounts (HSA) with employer contributions, as well as life and disability insurance, provided at no cost.
• Family benefits including parental, pediatric and family building support, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, and dependent care spending account (with employer match).
• Access to discounts on travel, gym memberships, counseling services and wellness support.
• Annual bonus (Incentive Compensation Program)
• Generous leave / time off policies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level