Senior Manager, Finance (Data Center Construction/Infrastructure)

Tract Capital Management, LP•Denver, CO

9d•$150,000 - $180,000•Onsite

About The Position

Tract Capital adopts a unique approach to digital infrastructure investment. Leveraging experience and strategic insights honed over three decades of creating successful companies in the space, we excel in nurturing and advancing leading-edge digital infrastructure enterprises. Our team of specialized experts are united by a singular purpose: to support the growth of digital infrastructure. Tract Capital goes beyond simple investment by acting as a strategic partner and catalyst for innovation within the sector. We ensure our engagements not only generate strong financial results but also develop essential digital infrastructure to meet growing demands. Tract Capital has introduced multiple digital infrastructure strategies including horizontal powered land, vertical development, and product development. The Senior Finance Manager will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing the company’s financial strategy. This role is instrumental in overseeing financial planning cycles, optimizing costs, and providing data-driven insights to support key business decisions. Initially an individual contributor, the Sr Finance Manager will have the opportunity to build foundational financial processes, frameworks, and tools to drive efficiency and support the company’s growth. As the organization scales, this role will expand to include team leadership and broader strategic financial management. This position requires close collaboration with cross-functional teams, including Design, Engineering, Construction, and Procurement, to ensure financial strategies align with operational goals. The Sr Finance Manager will play a critical role in capital allocation, infrastructure investment decisions, and financial reporting, supporting the company’s expansion in the data center and digital infrastructure industry.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; MBA is a plus.
Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in Finance, including at least the last 3 years within the data center industry.
Proven expertise in financial planning, analysis, and capital allocation, with a strong understanding of large-scale infrastructure investments.
Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, and reporting tools, including Excel, ERP systems, and business intelligence tools.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex financial data into strategic business insights.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and executive leadership.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment, with a proactive approach to process improvement and automation.

Nice To Haves

MBA is a plus.

Responsibilities

Establish and manage financial planning cycles, including annual budgets, monthly/quarterly forecasts, and financial reviews.
Model and analyze key strategic drivers to influence long-term financial planning for data center development and operations.
Provide in-depth financial analysis, including variance analysis, trend monitoring, and benchmarking, to deliver actionable insights.
Forecast and optimize data center-related costs, ensuring financial efficiency and strategic cost management.
Serve as the finance owner for all data center (DC) infrastructure forecasting and planning.
Collaborate with Engineering and DC Operations teams to track, report, and forecast infrastructure-related KPIs.
Partner with Design, Engineering, Construction, and Procurement teams to establish cost benchmarks and schedule delivery metrics.
Support procurement and vendor negotiations with financial analysis and benchmarking data to optimize costs.
Identify cost-saving opportunities and drive process improvements to enhance financial efficiency and project execution.
Create and maintain financial reports and dashboards using NetSuite, Excel, and BI tools to support executive decision-making.
Leverage ERP and financial data to provide actionable insights that enhance business performance.
Prepare and present financial reports, KPIs, and dashboards to finance leadership and executive teams.
Work with the Accounting team to improve accounting and reporting processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
Develop financial models to evaluate ROI, NPV, and IRR for data center investments and strategic initiatives.
Create business cases for capital allocation and expansion, ensuring optimal use of capital resources.
Support capital allocation decisions to optimize the company's overall rate of return.
Assist in customer contract negotiations by analyzing and presenting cost structures and benchmarks.
Continuously improving financial processes, driving automation, efficiency, and cross-functional collaboration.
Ensure alignment between financial planning, operational goals, and company milestones.
Collaborate with the SVP and Director of Finance to develop and implement financial strategies that align with the company’s long-term vision.