Finance Manager

Leap Brands; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Leap Brands in Houston, Texas, is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee accounting, financial reporting, and FP&A. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and over 5 years of experience. Responsibilities include preparing financial statements, reconciling accounts, and providing insights to enhance reporting processes. The role requires advanced Excel skills and the ability to improve financial systems and dashboards while operating in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• 5+ years of progressive finance, accounting, or controllership experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards is essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and validate entries for accurate reporting.
• Consolidate and analyze financial data to support leadership decision-making.

Skills

Financial reporting

GAAP knowledge

Excel skills

Financial modeling

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA, CMA, or MBA preferred

Tools

ERP/accounting systems

Job description

Finance Manager Reports to:

Chief Financial Officer

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Finance Manager to join our team in a critical role that combines accounting, financial reporting, and FP&A. This position ensures the accuracy of financial records, drives improvements in reporting processes, and provides valuable insights to leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements in accordance with GAAP and internal policies.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts, validate entries, and resolve discrepancies to ensure accurate reporting.
• Consolidate and analyze financial data from multiple sources to support leadership decision‑making.
• Develop and maintain dashboards, reporting templates, and financial models to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Perform variance analysis against budgets and forecasts, providing insights into performance drivers.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and scenario modeling with accurate accounting data.
• Identify and implement process improvements across close cycles and reporting workflows.
• Collaborate with operations, accounting, IT, and external partners to optimize financial systems and enhance data integrity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA, CMA, or MBA preferred).
• 5+ years of progressive finance, accounting, or controllership experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills; experience with ERP/accounting systems preferred.
• Proven ability to build and improve reporting packages and financial dashboards.
• Highly analytical, detail‑oriented, and comfortable operating in a fast‑paced growth environment.