Manager, Special Projects; Finance

CONFIDENTIAL – Manager, Special Projects (Finance)

Location: San Antonio, TX

Compensation: up to $130,000 base salary (depending on experience)

Reports to: CFO

Opportunity to take on a highly visible, influential finance leadership role.

Direct access to senior leadership and strategic decision‑making.

Ability to impact process improvements and financial discipline across the organization.

We are seeking a Manager or Senior Manager of Special Projects to lead key financial processes, oversee payroll‑related financial accuracy, and drive budgeting, forecasting, and P&L performance. This is a confidential search, ideal for a hands‑on finance leader skilled in Vena and experienced in managing financial operations end‑to‑end.

• Finance & Operations
  • Lead the P&L analysis, providing insights, variance reporting, and strategic recommendations.
  • Own the forecasting process, including financial modeling and cross‑functional partnership.
  • Manage the annual budgeting cycle, with strong use of Vena Solutions for reporting and planning.
  • Prepare and present financial reports to senior leadership.
• Payroll Oversight
  • Provide financial oversight of payroll to ensure accuracy in processing and reporting.
  • Conduct payroll‑related audits and validation tied to financial statements.
  • Collaborate closely with HR and Accounting to monitor payroll impacts on both budgets and actuals.
• Expense & Cost Management
  • Oversee expense approvals and ensure alignment with company policies.
  • Manage cost accounting processes, analyzing cost drivers and spend trends.
  • Identify opportunities for financial efficiency and process improvements.
• Special Projects
  • Serve as Manager or Senior Manager of Special Projects for several months, leading cross‑functional initiatives.
  • Support system enhancements, operational finance improvements, and analytical deep dives.
  • Respond to ad‑hoc requests and strategic priorities from senior leadership.

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
• 5+ years of progressive FP&A or corporate finance experience
• Strong proficiency with Vena (required)
• Solid understanding of payroll processes and related audit functions
• Experience with cost accounting and P&L ownership
• Strong analytical, communication, and business partnering skills
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion