Sr Manager​/Director Budgets

Overview

Be part of a team that values safety, inclusion, and excellence. We are one of the largest U.S. railroads transporting freight across 28 western states and 3 Canadian provinces. You will support the movement of essential products and materials that feed, clothe, supply, and power communities worldwide. We are committed to a culture of inclusion and equal opportunity.

Job Location: Fort Worth, TX

Other Potential Locations: Fort Worth, TX

Anticipated

Start Date:

08/03/2026

Number of Positions: 1

Work Arrangement: This is a full-time position located in Fort Worth, TX. Some roles may offer one day per week remote work. Our leaders support work-life balance and flexibility when life happens.

• Lead a team that supports a variety of Budget areas, including Equipment Rents, Joint Facilities, Haulage, and Passenger Services.
• Serve as a Budget Subject Matter Expert for Equipment Rents and Passenger Services.
• Develop and monitor processes, models, and reports to accurately monitor and forecast expenses.
• Perform balance sheet accruals, analysis support, metric reporting, and other projects for business partners using various tools.
• Lead/facilitate monthly budget reviews and forecasts with assigned operations groups, including the VP Service Design.
• Assist in the development of performance measures, strategic initiatives, and annual plans.
• Possess strong communication capabilities to ensure Finance Leadership understands variances across time frames.
• Contribute to a high-morale, high-performance culture and effectively organize team efforts to meet deadlines.
• Daily work conducted in an indoors office environment.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline.
• Minimum of 4 years of work experience in a finance-related field.
• Expert understanding of GAAP and ability to research accounting issues to determine proper treatment.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
• Ability to handle multiple demands and shifting priorities; capable of respectfully challenging conclusions when appropriate.
• Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• CPA and/or public accounting experience.
• Master’s Degree in accounting or business administration.

• Industry-leading 401(k) and Railroad Retirement program.
• Comprehensive health care options including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, and mental health support.
• Health care spending accounts with employer contributions, life and disability insurance.
• Family benefits including parental, pediatric, family-building support, and dependent care spending account with employer match.
• Discounts on travel, gym memberships, counseling services, and wellness support.
• Annual bonus (Incentive Compensation Program).

All positions require pre-employment background verification, medical review, and pre-employment drug screening. BNSF is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply. This posting is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities.