If you're looking for someone who speaks fluent Accounting and can tell you where to find the best live music south of Austin, meet Amanda Johnson! As a Director in the Accounting and Finance Division at Deacon Recruiting (proudly headquartered in San Antonio), Amanda has been connecting top-tier Accounting Professionals with career-changing opportunities since 2012.

Recruiter by day, arrowhead-hunter and live music enthusiast by weekend, Amanda brings more than just spreadsheets and job descriptions to the table—she brings heart, humor, and a Southern accent that’s as warm as a Texas summer.

Amanda lives in the beautiful town of New Braunfels, just minutes from the legendary Gruene Hall, where the music is always good and the vibes are even better. When she’s not matching candidates with their dream roles, she’s spending time with her five-year-old son, searching the Texas Hill Country for hidden arrowheads (and yes, she’s got quite the collection).

Her secret weapon? Truly getting to know people—who they are, what they value, and where they shine. She believes that finding the right fit isn’t just about the resume, it’s about the real person behind it. And she’s made it her mission to help those people thrive. She’s the recruiter who will remember your dog’s name, your favorite fishing spot, and exactly what kind of job lights you up. Because for Amanda, this isn’t just a career—it’s a calling. And she can’t imagine doing anything else.

What do you love best about working at Deacon Recruiting? 

I enjoy working with a team that is passionate about what they do each and every day. Deacon is a work hard/play hard environment, where we have the opportunity to change people’s lives and have fun doing it. I truly enjoy, building long and lasting relationships with both my candidates and clients.

What do you love best about your job? 

I love the challenge of finding people that are hard to reach or difficult to find, by being creative and thinking outside the box. I know the right person is out there, I just have to figure out how to find them and I bring on the challenge with open arms.