Finance Manager

ELITE Solar; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

ELITE Solar in Texas seeks a Finance Manager to oversee Financial Reporting & Accounting, Budgeting & Forecasting, Cost Control & Operational Analysis, Tax & Compliance, Treasury & Risk Management, and cross-functional collaboration. The role ensures US GAAP compliance and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual closes, coordinating with headquarters on consolidated reporting.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance, 5+ years in manufacturing finance (3+ in a supervisory role);

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or above in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field; Master's preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of financial experience in manufacturing; at least 3 years in a supervisory/managerial role.
• USCPA or CMA certification highly preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of U.S. GAAP; IFRS familiarity a plus.
• Proficiency in Excel for financial modeling and data analysis; hands-on ERP experience.
• Data analysis skills with ability to process large data sets.
• Fluency in Chinese (Mandarin) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Financial Reporting & Accounting in line with US GAAP; ensure monthly/ quarterly/annual closes.
• Lead Budgeting & Forecasting; monitor variances and provide actionable insights.
• Conduct Cost Control & Operational Analysis to improve profitability and efficiency.
• Manage Tax & Compliance; coordinate with auditors and advisors.
• Oversee Treasury & Risk Management; optimize working capital and financial risk controls.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, sales, and production to translate data into strategy.

Skills

US GAAP

Excel modeling

ERP systems

Financial analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Oracle

QuickBooks

Job description

Financial Reporting & Accounting: Responsible for preparing and reviewing financial statements, operational activity reports, and financial forecasts in compliance with U.S. GAAP. Ensure timely completion of monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes. Coordinate with headquarters on consolidated reporting and cross-border accounting matters.

Budgeting & Forecasting: Lead the annual budgeting process and rolling forecasts. Monitor and analyze variances between actual performance and budget, conduct in-depth variance analysis, and provide actionable financial insights to support management decision-making.

Cost Control & Operational Analysis: Conduct deep-dive analysis into production costs (materials, labor, overhead) and product/sales profitability. Identify cost-saving opportunities and drive operational efficiency improvements.

Tax & Compliance Management: Ensure full tax compliance, including timely filing of all federal, state, and other applicable tax returns. Liaise and coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors, and legal counsel as needed.

Treasury & Risk Management: Monitor cash flow, optimize working capital management (e.g., accounts receivable), and identify, assess, and mitigate financial risks.

Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner closely with operations, sales, production, and other departments to translate financial data into actionable business insights and strategic recommendations.

Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's degree or above in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field. A Master's degree is preferred.

Experience: Minimum of 5 years of financial experience in a manufacturing environment, with at least 3 years of experience in a financial manager or supervisory role.

Certifications: USCPA or CMA certification is highlypreferred.

Technical Skills:In-depth knowledge of U.S. GAAP; familiarity with IFRS is a plus.Proficiency in Excel for financial modeling and data analysis.Hands-on experience with ERP systems (e.g., Oracle, QuickBooks,or similar).

Data Analysis: Strong analytical capabilities with the ability to process large volumes of data and extract meaningful insights.

Language: Fluency in Chinese (Mandarin)is preferred.

Core Competencies:

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex financial concepts to non-finance stakeholders.

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build effective working relationships.Extreme attention to detail and accuracy.

Proven organizational and leadership abilities.

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and work independently with minimal supervision