Onsite Contract Financial Analyst-Part Time

LHH Recruitment Solutions; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking an on-site Finance professional in Tampa for a temporary six-month, part-time assignment. The role covers budgeting, forecasting, accounting support, and regulatory tasks, with emphasis on data analysis and cross-functional collaboration.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, strong Excel skills, and experience in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business or equivalent experience.
• Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and variance analysis.
• Advanced Excel and MS Office proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Partner with operational teams to develop budgets and forecast performance.
• Analyze monthly results to identify trends, variances, and drivers.
• Support month-, quarter-, and year-end accounting activities and reconciliations.
• Prepare financial reports, presentations, and ad hoc analyses for leadership.
• Assist with regulatory projects and data gathering for information requests.
• Contribute to rate case initiatives through financial analysis and documentation.
• Maintain organized records, workpapers, and process documentation.
• Identify improvements to reporting workflows and financial processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide financial insights.

Skills

Budget development

Forecasting

Variance analysis

Financial reporting

Excel

Data analysis

Financial close

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Our client in Tampa, FL is seeking an onsite motivated and detail-oriented Finance professional to join their team on a temporary (6 months), part-time basis. This position offers the opportunity to contribute across financial planning, budgeting, accounting, reporting, and regulatory support functions. The ideal candidate enjoys working with data, collaborating with business partners, and helping drive informed financial decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Partner with operational teams to assist with budget development, forecasting, and ongoing financial performance tracking.
• Analyze monthly financial results and identify key trends, variances, and business drivers.
• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end accounting activities, including journal entry preparation, reconciliations, and financial review processes.
• Prepare financial reports, presentations, and ad hoc analyses for leadership and stakeholders.
• Assist with regulatory projects by gathering data, conducting research, and supporting responses to information requests.
• Contribute to rate case initiatives through financial analysis, documentation preparation, and support of testimony-related materials.
• Perform research and analysis to support regulatory filings and strategic finance projects.
• Maintain organized financial records, workpapers, and process documentation.
• Identify opportunities to improve workflows, reporting efficiency, and financial processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide meaningful financial insights and recommendations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business, or a related discipline; equivalent experience will also be considered.
• Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and variance analysis activities.
• Working knowledge of accounting processes, including journal entries and financial close procedures.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Self-starter who can work independently while maintaining attention to detail.
• Previous exposure to regulatory reporting environments is highly desirable.

The successful candidate will be a proactive professional who enjoys working in a collaborative environment and can effectively balance accounting responsibilities with financial analysis and regulatory support. Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and an ability to adapt to changing priorities are essential for success in this role.

Schedule Requirement: This temporary position averages approximately 24 hours per week and requires on-site attendance three to four days each week, with flexibility based on business needs.