Manufacturing Finance Director - Bilingual

HappyGlobal Service; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

HappyGlobal Service, a leading global energy company, seeks a Site Finance Director to lead the U.S. manufacturing site's finance function, owning reporting, budgeting, cost accounting, tax, internal controls, treasury and working capital, and cross-functional business partnering with plant operations.

The role serves as the primary finance partner to the site and acts as the bridge to Global HQ on consolidated reporting and cross-border matters, driving data-driven insights to improve

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in accounting/finance or related field.
• MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• USCPA or CMA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and ensure the accuracy of financial statements and forecasts per US GAAP.
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing processes.
• Coordinate with Global HQ on consolidated reporting and cross-border accounting reconciliations.
• Lead annual budgeting and rolling forecasts.
• Analyze plant production costs, BOM management, and cost variance analysis.
• Assess product and sales profitability and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Ensure tax compliance and establish internal controls (SOX).
• Monitor cash flow and optimize working capital; manage FX risks.
• Partner with plant operations, supply chain, and sales to provide financial insights.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial modeling

ERP systems

Excel expert

Cross-functional partnering

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance

MBA preferred

USCPA or CMA

Tools

SAP

Oracle

QuickBooks

Job description

As a leading global provider of new energy, our client delivers high-performance solar technology that drives clean, reliable, and renewable energy—empowering a more sustainable future.

Job Summary

The Site Finance Director leads the full finance function for U.S. manufacturing site, owning financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting, cost accounting, tax and internal control, treasury and working‑capital management, and cross‑functional business partnering. The role serves as the primary finance business partner to plant operations and acts as the key bridge between the local site and Global HQ on consolidated reporting and cross‑border matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and ensure the accuracy of financial statements, operational reports, and financial forecasts in compliance with U.S. GAAP.
• Manage the monthly, quarterly, and year‑end closing processes in a timely manner.
• Coordinate with Global HQ on consolidated reporting and cross‑border accounting reconciliations.

2.Budgeting, Forecasting & Variance Analysis

• Lead the annual budgeting process and rolling financial forecasts.
• Monitor and analyze variances between actual performance and budget.
• Conduct variance analysis, including Price / Volume / Mix (P/V/M) analysis, to provide financial insights for management decision‑making.

3.Cost Accounting & Operational Analysis

• Analyze plant production costs, including standard costing, Bill of Materials (BOM) management, and cost variance analysis across materials, labor, and manufacturing overhead.
• Analyze product and sales profitability to identify operational bottlenecks and cost‑saving opportunities.
• Support operational efficiency improvements through data‑driven analysis.

4.Tax, Internal Control & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations, including timely and accurate tax filings.
• Establish, document, and maintain internal control procedures (with reference to the SOX framework).
• Coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors, and legal counsel.

5. Treasury & Working Capital Management

• Monitor and forecast cash flow to ensure adequate liquidity.
• Optimize working capital, including accounts receivable collection and inventory management.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate financial and foreign exchange (FX) risks.

6. Cross-Functional Business Partnership

• Partner with plant operations, supply chain, logistics, and sales teams to provide financial support.
• Translate manufacturing and financial data into business insights and actionable recommendations for management.

Qualifications

1.Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field; a Master’s degree (e.g., MBA or MS in Accounting) is preferred.
• USCPA (Certified Public Accountant) or CMA (Certified Management Accountant) certification is preferred.

2.Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of finance and accounting experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• At least 3 years of experience as a Finance Manager, Plant Assistant Controller, or in a comparable supervisory role.

3.Technical Skills & Systems

• Strong knowledge of, and hands‑on experience with, U.S. GAAP; familiarity with IFRS or PRC GAAP is a plus.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including financial modeling, macros, advanced formulas, and PivotTables.
• Experience with Tier-1 ERP systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP) or accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks).

4.Languages & Core Competencies

• Fluent in both Chinese (Mandarin) and English to support communication with Global HQ.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to process complex manufacturing data and generate meaningful insights.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain financial concepts to non‑finance stakeholders.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, entrepreneurial environment with minimal supervision, while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

HappyGlobal Service and its clients are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.