Strategic Finance Project Manager Lead

Trane TechnologiesTM Accounting And Finance Role

At Trane TechnologiesTM and through our businesses including Trane and Thermo King, we create innovative climate solutions for buildings, homes, and transportation that challenge what's possible for a sustainable world. We're a team that dares to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities. We believe in a better future when we uplift others and enable our people to thrive at work and at home. We boldly go.

This role will play a critical role in delivering strategic business projects and driving efficiency through the accounting and finance organization. This role will demonstrate strong leadership skills and an ability to influence and collaborate with cross functional teams to enable timely and successful implementation of strategic projects with efficient and accurate accounting processes. He / she will also have a lean mindset with the ability to identify opportunities to eliminate waste from processes and coach others to solve problems.

Influencing skills and strong communication skills

Cross functional collaboration

Lean mindset and lean knowledge

Lead by example

Knowledge of accounting processes

Strong leadership skills

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, including in support of volunteer and parental leave needs.

Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.

This position will be in Davidson, NC and follows our standard schedule - 4 days in office, 1 day flex location. We value our employee's ability to thrive both at work and home through a work arrangement that supports collaboration, productivity, well-being and flexibility.

In-Office Days : Onsite Monday-Thursday engaging with your colleagues

Flexible location Day : On Fridays enjoy the flexibility to work from a location that best suits your productivity and personal needs.

Support global strategic projects that impact accounting systems or processes by :

Reviewing and identifying enterprise, business, or functional projects that need to include accounting as a key stakeholder

Managing workplans for each project by identifying tasks, assigning owners, developing a timeline, and holding owners accountable to it

Participating in meetings with project teams, representing Record to Report team needs and being accountable for deliverables

Providing periodic updates to accounting and business leadership on project developments and escalating issues when needed with insightful analysis

Documenting future state processes, such as process flow diagrams and standard work

Assisting with compliance activities, including control design assessments and coordination with internal or external audit teams

Developing and delivering training to Record to Report and business finance teams

Serve as a transformation leader for the accounting organization :

Identify efficiency opportunities using lean principles and techniques

Coach members across the accounting organization to solve problems and eliminate waste

Lead a cross-regional team to deliver the responsibilities above :

Prioritize projects, monitor progress, and optimize results

Provide coaching and career development

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field

Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to identify and resolve operational issues

10+ years in a finance or accounting role, with experience in change management and leading through organizational transformations; Experience with Oracle R12 general ledger is a plus

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with strong ability to collaborate and influence cross-functional teams

Detail oriented with a strong focus on delivering high-quality results within defined timelines

Adaptability and resilience in a fast-paced and changing environment

Knowledge of lean principles and ability to coach others on problem-solving techniques

Experienced people leader and ability to grow and develop talent

Base Pay Range : $

Total compensation for this role will include a commission / incentive plan. Disclaimer : This base pay range is based on US national averages. Actual base pay could be a result of seniority, merit, and geographic location where the work is performed.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.