Manager - Finance CRST The Transportation Solution, Inc - 2.9 Cedar Rapids, IA Job Details 9 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance Employee discount Retirement plan Qualifications Financial forecasting Spreadsheets Managing budgets in an accounting role Managing budgets in a finance role Bachelor's degree Managing accounting teams Accounting and finance experience Productivity software Financial forecasting analysis Organizational budget management Data analysis software Full Job Description Lead the financial strategy behind a growing business unit where your insights drive performance, influence decisions, and help shape the future of one of transportation's leading organizations. About

CRST CRST

is celebrating 70+ years of grit, growth, and forward momentum - a legacy built on safety, integrity, and delivering on our commitments. At CRST, you'll be part of a team backed by a company committed to operational excellence, strong partnerships, and long-term success. The Opportunity The Manager - Finance is responsible for supporting financial operations, ensuring the accuracy of financial data, and preparing analysis and recommendations to enhance performance for the Operating Company. This role supports budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and compliance, while also managing a team of individual contributors. CRST Dedicated Solutions CRST's Dedicated Solutions team strives to provide customers with the flexibility of a private fleet - focused on speed, efficiency and value - without the expense. We work to deliver service excellence to our retailers and producers, relentlessly working toward more consistent, dependable and high-quality delivery services to make us an invaluable part of supply chain logistics.

How You'll Work Reporting Structure:

The Manager - Finance reports to the Controller, Dedicated Solutions.

Location:

Cedar Rapids, IA onsite

Compensation:

Competitive compensation package. Additional details will be discussed with qualified candidates during the interview process

Benefits:

Comprehensive package including medical, dental, and vision coverage; prescription drug and telemedicine services; company-paid life and disability insurance; retirement savings with company match; paid time off, holidays, and parental leave; plus additional voluntary benefits and employee discounts

What You'll Do Financial Accuracy and Month-End Close:

Ensure the accuracy of financial data, including performing or reviewing month-end closing activities and balance sheet reconciliations

Team Leadership and Development:

Supervise and mentor staff, including writing performance appraisals, hiring, disciplining, and termination decisions with management approval

Budgeting and Forecasting Execution:

Assist in planning, organizing, and coordinating the budgeting and forecasting processes for the business unit or international support budgets Data Consolidation ad

Presentation:

Consolidate and present financial data, including preparing information for quarterly board packages

Operational Collaboration:

Collaborate with internal personnel to support the business unit and serve as a prime contact for financial information

Operational Metrics Monitoring:

Understand and monitor key operating metrics, providing management with analysis and recommendations to improve efficiency, drive cost savings, and enhance performance.

Strategic Recommendations:

Provide actionable insights and financial guidance to support business growth and operational excellence

Special Projects:

Lead and support financial projects, including process improvements and cost-optimization initiatives

Compliance and Reporting:

Ensure adherence to financial policies, internal controls, and regulatory standards

Accountability and Reliability:

Maintain regular and reliable attendance while performing other duties as assigned to support team and business needs

What Great Looks Like Problem Solver:

Identifies and solves technical and operational problems, understands and recognizes broader impact across the department

Communication:

Ability to communication financial information clearly and concisely to both financial and non-financial audiences

Collaborative:

Team player with a proactive approach

What You Bring Education:

Four-year degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field

Experience:

7 or more years of finance and/or accounting experience, including 2-3 years in a supervisory capacity

Financial Acumen:

Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting processes

Technical Skills:

Advanced proficiency in

Microsoft Excel Physical Requirements:

Work is performed in an office environment. Activities include sitting, standing, walking, lifting up to 20 pounds, using standard office equipment, and communicating with colleagues or customers. Reasonable accommodations may be provided.

Going The Extra Mile Industry Experience:

Experience in the transportation industry

Systems:

Familiarity with transportation industry software such as

LME/McLeod and Cetaris Strategic Impact:

Experience providing recommendations that led to measurable cost savings or margin improvement Core Values Safety at the Core of All We Do Integrity in Every Decision and Action Commitment to the

Success of Employees, Customers, Agents, Contractors, and Communities Equal Opportunity Employer:

CRST The Transportation Solution, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. The Company prohibits unlawful discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race (including hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, creed, religious practices, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, reproductive health decision-making, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and related conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, military status, veteran status, marital status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Education Required Bachelors or better Licenses & Certifications Preferred (CMA) (CPA) Skills Preferred Complex Problem Solving Coordination Critical Thinking Management of Financial Resources Judgment and Decision Making Monitoring Office suite software Management of Personnel Resources Time Management Writing Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.