Deputy Finance Manager

CFS; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS in Texas is seeking a Deputy Finance Manager to partner with senior leadership and drive financial excellence in a manufacturing setting. The role offers visibility across financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, audits, and internal controls, with a pathway to increased responsibility.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in accounting/finance, strong US GAAP knowledge, ERP experience (SAP/Oracle), and professional certifications such as CPA or CMA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience, preferably within manufacturing.
• CPA, CMA, or related certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting and analysis
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis activities
• Oversee general accounting functions, account reconciliations, and financial close processes
• Support internal controls, compliance initiatives, and accounting policy adherence
• Coordinate internal and external audit activities and required documentation
• Provide guidance to accounting staff and support cross-functional finance initiatives

Skills

US GAAP & financial reporting

Audit coordination

ERP & Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

ERP systems (SAP/Oracle)

Advanced Excel

Job description

Salary: $100,000 - $120,000
Looking to step into a leadership-track finance role with visibility across the business? This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounting professional to partner closely with senior finance leadership, gain broad exposure, and help drive financial excellence in a growing manufacturing environment.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Serve as the right hand to the Finance/Accounting Manager with clear leadership exposure
• Gain hands-on involvement across financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, audits, and compliance
• Opportunity to step into increased responsibility and act in a leadership capacity when needed
• Work within a dynamic international manufacturing environment with broad operational visibility
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and influence financial decision-making across the organization
• Play a key role in process improvement, systems enhancements, and strengthening internal controls
• Exposure to ERP systems, audit processes, foreign currency transactions, and intercompany accounting
• Opportunity to contribute to strategic planning while maintaining strong operational involvement
• Join a team-focused environment that encourages accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement

Key Responsibilities For The Deputy Finance Manager

• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting and analysis
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis activities
• Oversee general accounting functions, account reconciliations, and financial close processes
• Support internal controls, compliance initiatives, and accounting policy adherence
• Coordinate internal and external audit activities and required documentation
• Provide guidance to accounting staff and support cross-functional finance initiatives

Qualifications For The Deputy Finance Manager

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
• 5+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience, preferably within manufacturing
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, financial reporting, financial close, and internal controls
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar) and advanced Excel skills
• CPA, CMA, or related certification preferred