Vice President, Finance

Vice President, Finance Eastland, TX ABOUT EAGLE RAILCAR Eagle Railcar is a growing force in the railcar industry and we're just getting started. Backed by private equity and executing on an ambitious growth strategy, we're building a best-in-class finance organization to match our operational momentum. We move fast, think big, and expect our leaders to do the same. If you're looking for a role where you can shape the financial architecture of a dynamic, acquisitive business, not just manage the status quo this is it. THE OPPORTUNITY We're looking for a seasoned VP of Finance to be a true strategic partner to the executive team and PE sponsors. This is a high-visibility, high-impact role with broad ownership across FPandA, Tax, and Treasury. Reporting directly to the CEO, you'll sit alongside a strong VP of Accounting and together form the core of Eagle Railcar's finance leadership. You'll lead a team of talented finance professionals, influence enterprise-wide strategies, and be at the center of our MandA activity as we continue to grow through acquisition. The right person thrives in a fast-paced, PE-backed environment and brings both analytical horsepower and executive presence. WHAT YOULL OWN Financial Planning and Analysis Lead enterprise-wide financial planning, including the annual Budget, in-year Reforecasts, and the 3-year Strategic Plan Drive monthly and quarterly financial analysis, delivering clear, actionable insights on financial statements, KPIs, and business trends with sharp executive-level variance explanations Own the quarterly earnings process end-to-end: quarterly MDandA, board financial presentations, and executive QandA materials Build and continuously improve the financial models and reporting frameworks that drive decision-making across the business Tax Oversee all federal, state, and local tax compliance and planning Oversee sales and use tax and property tax management Partner with external advisors to ensure tax structuring is integrated into MandA diligence and transaction planning Treasury Manage liquidity, cash forecasting, and working capital optimization Oversee banking relationships, debt compliance, and covenant reporting Support capital structure decisions in partnership with PE sponsors and lenders MandA and Strategic Finance Play a key role in evaluating acquisition targets from financial diligence through integration Partner with the CEO and board on strategic initiatives, capital allocation, and growth investments Translate complex financial data into clear narratives for sponsors and lenders Leadership and Team Development Lead and grow a team of direct reports spanning FPandA, Tax, and Treasury functions Establish the processes, systems, and culture of a high-performing finance team WHAT YOU BRING 12+ years of progressive finance experience, with at least 3-5 years in a senior leadership role Deep FPandA expertise with a track record of building financial planning processes in complex environments Solid working knowledge of tax and treasury functions Experience in a PE-backed company strongly preferred; MandA experience is a significant plus Exceptional communication skills you can distill complexity for any audience, from plant managers to PE sponsors A bias for action and a track record of driving results, not just reporting them Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; MBA or CPA preferred Experience in industrials, manufacturing, transportation, or related sectors is a plus industries WHY EAGLE RAILCAR Seat at the table: You'll be a key voice in strategic decisions, not a back-office function Real upside: PE-backed with equity participation opportunities tied to growth and exit Growth trajectory: Active MandA pipeline means your role will evolve as the business scales Flexibility: Remote-friendly with one week per month in Eastland, TX come when it matters, work from anywhere HOW TO APPLY I terested candidates may contact Corporate HR at [email protected]. We look forward to hearing from you. Eagle Railcar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.