Director, Finance - Manufacturing

Crusoe · Data AI · Denver, CO - US · Accounting and Finance

This role is for a Director of Finance focused on the manufacturing operations of an AI infrastructure company. The individual will act as a financial business partner to the VP of Manufacturing, driving profitable growth, enhancing operational efficiency, and providing analytical support for strategic decision-making. Responsibilities include financial advisory, strategic financial modeling for AI factories, driver-based analysis, performance management reporting, profitability initiatives, planning and forecasting, cost accounting, and ensuring process/control integrity. The role requires significant experience in finance, manufacturing, and financial modeling, with a preference for experience in AI compute or data centers.

What you'd actually do

  1. Act as the primary financial advisor to the Vice President, Manufacturing, providing data-driven insights on strategic and operational decision; provide robust financial modeling and scenario analysis for new initiatives, capacity planning, customer profitability, and market expansion
  2. Lead financial modeling and analysis to support the ramp, expansion, and commercialization of Crusoe Spark™ modular AI factories
  3. Translate operational drivers (e.g., production efficiency, utilization, operational uptime) into P&L impacts and actionable recommendations
  4. Lead monthly and quarterly financial reviews, budget & forecast variance analysis, and build clear, actionable performance narratives for Exec, Board, and Investor materials
  5. Proactively identify risks & opportunities to improve margins and operational efficiency, partnering with operational teams to develop improvement plans.

Skills

Required

  • 8+ years of progressive finance experience
  • at least 3 years in a manufacturing, hardware, or capital-intensive infrastructure environment
  • Demonstrated expertise in strategic financial modeling, long-range planning, and capital investment analysis
  • Proven experience building business cases and investment frameworks for new product lines, geographic expansion, or large-scale capital programs in high-growth environments
  • Strong command of manufacturing cost accounting, unit economics, and the development of operational KPIs to track business health
  • Exceptional financial modeling skills with advanced Excel proficiency
  • Ability to translate complex quantitative analysis into clear, actionable strategic recommendations for executive and cross-functional audiences
  • A proven track record of acting as a strategic partner to non-finance leaders (Operations, Engineering, Product) to drive measurable business outcomes
  • Experience or a demonstrated ability to mentor, grow, and develop a high-performing team over time

Nice to have

  • Experience in vertically integrated hardware, AI compute, or data centers is a strong plus
  • Experience with FP&A tools such as Anaplan, Adaptive, or equivalent systems is highly valued
  • MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred
  • CFA or CPA is a plus but not required
  • Experience working in a vertically integrated company, understanding the interplay between manufacturing/development and commercial operations.
  • Strong project management and cross-functional leadership

What the JD emphasized

  • NPV, IRR
  • Anaplan, Adaptive