The ideal candidate has a strong background in financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting, with the ability to analyze complex financial data and communicate findings to business leaders. Experience within the software or technology industry is preferred, particularly for candidates familiar with recurring revenue models, operating expense analysis, and technology-driven business operations.
This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented finance professional who can quickly adapt to a fast-paced environment, manage competing priorities, and deliver meaningful financial insights throughout the contract period.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Planning & Analysis
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities across business units and departments.
- Analyze financial results, identify trends and variances, and provide explanations for differences between actual results and budget or forecast.
- Develop and maintain financial models to evaluate business performance, operating expenses, and key financial metrics.
- Prepare monthly financial reports, management presentations, and supporting analyses.
- Provide recommendations to improve financial performance, cost management, and resource allocation.
Reporting & Business Insights
- Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and ad hoc financial reports for finance leadership and business stakeholders.
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and communicate financial trends, risks, and opportunities.
- Translate complex financial information into clear, actionable insights for non-finance stakeholders.
- Assist with month-end close activities, including financial analysis, reporting, and variance explanations.
- Ensure financial data is accurate, consistent, and delivered within established deadlines.
Cross-Functional Business Partnership
- Collaborate with accounting, finance, operations, and department leaders to support financial planning and decision-making.
- Partner with stakeholders to understand business drivers and evaluate financial implications of operational decisions.
- Support departmental budget owners with expense tracking, forecasting, and financial performance analysis.
- Respond to ad hoc requests for financial analysis and reporting.
Process Improvement & Systems
- Identify opportunities to streamline financial reporting, improve analytical processes, and increase reporting efficiency.
- Maintain and enhance financial models, spreadsheets, and reporting tools.
- Leverage Excel and financial planning systems to improve data analysis and reporting accuracy.
- Support special projects and other finance initiatives as needed throughout the contract.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
- Five or more years of progressive experience in financial analysis, financial planning and analysis (FP&A), or a related finance function.
- Strong experience with budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and variance analysis.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including complex formulas, pivot tables, and financial modeling.
- Experience preparing financial reports and presenting findings to business stakeholders.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet tight deadlines, and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
- Availability to commit to a seven-month contract beginning in November 2026.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience within a software, SaaS, or technology company.
- Familiarity with recurring revenue models, subscription metrics, or software business financial drivers.
- Experience with financial planning and analysis systems, ERP platforms, or business intelligence tools.
- Exposure to reporting automation, dashboard development, or process improvement initiatives.
- Experience supporting senior finance leadership and cross-functional business partners.
Compensation & Benefits
- Pay Range- $45-$65/hr, depending on qualifications, relevant fund accounting experience, and demonstrated expertise.
- Benefits (Contract)- LaSalle Network consultants are eligible to enroll in benefits. For details, visit: https://www.thelasallenetwork.com/consultants/
- Location- Dayton, Ohio – Primarily Remote, onsite meeting quarterly
- Employment Type- Temporary Contract
- Contract Duration- 7 months
- Anticipated Start Date- November 2026
If you are interested in the Senior Financial Analyst opening and meet the requirements above, please apply today!
Thank you,
Allee Struve
Recruiting Lead, Accounting & Finance
LaSalle Network
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