Finance Manager

Soul Creative Agency LTD; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

HR Soul is seeking a hands-on Finance Manager to join our Tampa-based team. You’ll own core finance, accounting, FP&A, compliance, tax coordination, and audit activities, partnering with leadership to drive clarity and informed decision-making.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of progressive finance experience, a strong accounting foundation, and the ability to move between detailed reporting and strategic analysis in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive finance and/or accounting experience.
• Strong finance and accounting foundation across accounting and FP&A.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and variance analysis.
• Experience coordinating with external accounting and tax firms.
• Familiarity with annual audit processes and working with auditors.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of state filings and ensure deadlines are met.
• Coordinate tax filings in partnership with external firm.
• Lead compliance training and related processes.
• Maintain accurate financial and compliance documentation.
• Monitor deadlines and address gaps proactively.
• Provide leadership with financial information for decision-making.
• Lead and support annual budget planning and variance analyses.
• Develop reporting to give leadership visibility into performance.
• Manage rebate reporting, data accuracy, and documentation.
• Coordinate the annual audit process and liaise with auditors.

Skills

Finance leadership

Accounting

FP&A

Tax compliance

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field

Job description

Here at HR Soul our solutions amplify the performance of people and the soul of company culture. From strategic planning with CEO’s, partnering with HR leaders on key projects, building high performing teams to coaching and recruiting the future of our client’s organization.

The Opportunity

We’re partnering with an organization that is looking to add a Finance Manager to its Tampa-based team and bring greater ownership to several key finance, accounting, FP&A, and compliance functions.

This person will take a significant portion of the finance and accounting workload off leadership’s plate while providing greater structure, accountability, and consistency across financial planning, reporting, compliance, tax coordination, and audit-related activities.

This is a hands‑on role for someone with a strong finance and accounting foundation who can take ownership of both ongoing financial responsibilities and broader planning and reporting processes. The ideal candidate will be comfortable moving between accounting and FP&A, managing compliance requirements, coordinating with external accounting partners, and providing leadership with the financial information needed to make informed business decisions.

What You’ll Do

Accounting, Tax & Compliance

• Take ownership of required state filings and ensure all applicable deadlines and reporting requirements are met
• Coordinate tax filings and related requirements in partnership with the company’s external accounting/tax firm
• Take over responsibility for compliance training and related processes
• Maintain accurate financial and compliance documentation and ensure requirements are consistently followed
• Monitor compliance-related deadlines and proactively address issues or gaps
• Serve as an internal resource for finance, accounting, and compliance-related matters

FP&A & Financial Planning

• Lead and support annual budget planning and ongoing financial planning activities
• Prepare budget-to-actual reporting and conduct variance analyses to identify trends, discrepancies, and areas requiring attention
• Partner with leadership to understand financial performance and provide meaningful analysis and insight
• Support forecasting and financial modeling as the organization’s needs evolve
• Develop and maintain reporting that gives leadership greater visibility into financial performance
• Analyze financial results and help translate findings into actionable business insights

Financial Reporting & Rebate Management

• Manage rebate payment reporting and ensure information is accurate, timely, and appropriately documented
• Review financial data and reporting for accuracy and completeness
• Identify discrepancies and work with internal and external stakeholders to resolve issues
• Establish consistent processes around financial and rebate reporting
• Provide leadership with clear, reliable financial information to support business decisions

Audit & External Partnerships

• Coordinate the annual audit process and serve as a key point of contact for auditors
• Gather financial records, supporting documentation, and other materials required for annual audits
• Work closely with the external accounting firm on tax filings, audit support, and other financial matters
• Ensure financial records and documentation are organized and audit-ready
• Manage ongoing relationships and communication with external accounting and financial partners

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field
• 5+ years of progressive finance and/or accounting experience
• Strong finance and accounting foundation with experience across both accounting and FP&A
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and variance analysis
• Experience managing or supporting state filings, tax processes, and financial compliance
• Experience coordinating with external accounting and tax firms
• Familiarity with annual audit processes and working directly with auditors
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial information and identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with leadership, internal teams, and external partners
• Ability to take ownership of processes and operate independently in a hands‑on environment

What Sets You Apart

• You’re comfortable being the person who owns the process, rather than simply supporting it
• You have a strong accounting foundation but also understand the broader financial picture and how finance supports business decisions
• You can move between detailed financial reporting and higher‑level FP&A conversations without missing a beat
• You’re proactive about compliance, deadlines, and potential issues rather than waiting for something to become a problem
• You’re comfortable working directly with external accountants, tax professionals, and auditors while maintaining internal ownership
• You enjoy bringing structure to processes that may currently sit across multiple people or functions
• You’re analytical, practical, and willing to roll up your sleeves when something needs to get done
• You can communicate financial information clearly to leadership and turn the numbers into useful business insight

Why This Role

This is an opportunity to step into a broad Finance Manager role with meaningful ownership across finance, accounting, FP&A, compliance, tax coordination, reporting, and audit. Rather than simply adding another accounting resource, the goal is to bring in someone who can take these responsibilities off leadership’s plate, establish greater consistency across the function, and provide stronger visibility into the organization’s financial performance. It’s a hands‑on opportunity for someone who wants broad exposure and the ability to make an immediate impact on how the finance function operates.

Diversity Commitment

At HR Soul, we embrace a rich tapestry of backgrounds and experiences within our workplace. We actively encourage applications from women, individuals of color, members of the LGBTQ+ community, people with disabilities, ethnic minorities, immigrants, and veterans.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

HR Soul proudly upholds its status as an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination against any employee or candidate based on various attributes, including but not limited to race (encompassing characteristics historically associated with race such as hair texture and style), color, gender (including pregnancy and related conditions), religion or belief, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, veteran status, union membership, ethnicity, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by applicable laws.

Inclusivity Commitment

HR Soul and its partners are fully committed to ensuring that all qualified individuals are included. We provide reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities.

Your Rights

HR Soul is dedicated to ensuring that all applicants are aware of their rights concerning workplace discrimination, which is unlawful.