Senior Manager, Finance (Data Center Construction/Infrastructure)

Tract Capital Management, LP•Denver, CO

3d•$150,000 - $180,000

About The Position

The Senior Finance Manager will shape and execute the company’s financial strategy, oversee financial planning cycles, optimize costs, and provide data-driven insights for business decisions. Initially an individual contributor, the role will establish foundational financial processes, frameworks, and tools; as the organization grows, it may expand to include team leadership and broader strategic financial management. The role partners with Design, Engineering, Construction, Procurement, DC Operations, and Accounting to align financial strategies with operational goals. It supports capital allocation, infrastructure investment decisions, financial reporting, and the company’s growth in the data center and digital infrastructure industry.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in Finance, including at least the last 3 years within the data center industry.
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.

Responsibilities

Establish and manage annual budgets, monthly and quarterly forecasts, and financial reviews.
Model and analyze strategic drivers to inform long-term financial planning for data center development and operations.
Conduct variance analysis, trend monitoring, and benchmarking to deliver actionable insights.
Forecast and optimize data center-related costs.
Own forecasting and planning for data center infrastructure.
Collaborate with Engineering and DC Operations to track, report, and forecast infrastructure-related KPIs.
Partner with Design, Engineering, Construction, and Procurement to establish cost benchmarks and schedule delivery metrics.
Support procurement and vendor negotiations with financial analysis and benchmarking.
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 business intelligence tools.
Use 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 Accounting to improve accounting and reporting processes and ensure 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 and support decisions that optimize the company’s overall rate of return.
Assist in customer contract negotiations by analyzing and presenting cost structures and benchmarks.
Improve financial processes through 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 aligned with the company’s long-term vision.