Finance Manager

We are looking for an experienced Finance Manager to support critical financial operations and provide strategic insight for the organization in Louisiana. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for a finance specialist who can guide reporting, planning, and performance analysis while partnering with key stakeholders. The role will focus on delivering accurate financial information, strengthening forecasting processes, and helping leadership make informed business decisions.

Responsibilities:

• Lead monthly close activities to ensure timely, accurate completion of financial results and supporting reconciliations.
• Develop financial models that evaluate performance trends, business scenarios, and planning assumptions.
• Prepare clear, well-organized reports that present financial outcomes and highlight key drivers affecting results.
• Analyze operational and financial data to identify risks, opportunities, and areas for improved efficiency.
• Build forecasts and planning projections that support short- and long-range decision-making.
• Collaborate with internal leaders to review budget performance and provide actionable financial recommendations.
• Monitor variances against plans and communicate findings with meaningful business context.
• Support finance-related process improvements that enhance reporting accuracy and overall effectiveness.
• Demonstrated experience managing month-end close activities in a finance leadership or management capacity.
• Strong background in financial modeling, including scenario analysis and forward-looking planning.
• Proven ability to produce financial reporting that is accurate, timely, and useful for business leaders.
• Solid analytical skills with experience interpreting data and translating findings into recommendations.
• Hands-on expertise in forecasting, budgeting, and performance analysis.
• Advanced proficiency with spreadsheets and financial analysis tools.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively across business and finance teams.