Finance Manager

PURPOSE
The Finance Manager is responsible for driving the integration of treasury operations, capital markets strategy, financial planning, and advanced modeling for our Montana Renewables (MRL) business. Reporting directly to the VP, Finance, the Finance Manager will be instrumental in optimizing liquidity, shaping capital strategy, and delivering actionable financial insights that support the growth and innovation of one of North America's leading renewable fuels platforms.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic Finance & Financial Modeling

Review and support dynamic financial models for long-range planning, scenario analysis, and capital allocation.
Collaborate with business leaders to assess investment opportunities and strategic initiatives.
Support budgeting and forecasting processes for MRL [related to compliance requirements].
Analyze financial performance and deliver insights to improve outcomes.
Develop and monitor KPIs and executive dashboards

Treasury & Capital Management

Lead liquidity short- and long-term forecasting.
Manage debt compliance and financial strategies, with a focus on Department of Energy (DoE) financing.
Support capital raising efforts, including investor materials and negotiation participation.

Strategic Finance & Financial Modeling

Review and support dynamic financial models for long-range planning, scenario analysis, and capital allocation.
Collaborate with business leaders to assess investment opportunities and strategic initiatives.
Support budgeting and forecasting processes for MRL [related to compliance requirements].
Analyze financial performance and deliver insights to improve outcomes.
Develop and monitor KPIs and executive dashboards.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Serve as a key liaison between Treasury, MRL and corporate finance teams.
Coordinate with shared services to ensure streamlined financial operations.
Support financial reporting and controls for major expansion projects.

Leadership & Continuous Improvement

Lead initiatives focused on process optimization and financial innovation.
Promote a culture of excellence and accountability.

REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCES

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in treasury, FP&A, or strategic finance.
Advanced financial modeling and analytical capabilities.
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCES

MBA or CFA designation.
Experience in energy, manufacturing, or capital-intensive sectors.
Familiarity with government financing, financial covenants, and SEC/SOX compliance.
Familiarity with ERP systems and financial planning tools.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Strategic mindset and commercial acumen.
High integrity and sound judgment.
Entrepreneurial approach to problem-solving.
Collaborative leadership and team development skills.
Demonstration of Calumet Values - Safety, Environment & Social Responsibility, Teamwork, Ownership, Passion for Customers, and Excellence