Financial Analyst, Senior (contract)

LHH Recruitment Solutions is searching for a Senior Financial Analyst, for a contract (possible contract-to-hire) opportunity, working for a manufacturing company, in the Eastend of Richmond, VA.

This role supports cost accounting, financial analysis, reporting, month-end close, ERP processes, and operational finance initiatives. The ideal candidate is comfortable working in a small-company environment, wearing multiple hats, and partnering closely with accounting and operations leadership.

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:30 AM-4:00 PM, with possible extended hours during month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close

Key Responsibilities

• Support manufacturing cost accounting, standard cost updates, variance analysis, inventory costing, and pricing processes
• Prepare recurring and ad hoc financial and operational reports for leadership
• Assist with month-end close, journal entries, reconciliations, audit requests, and internal controls
• Develop and improve reports, KPI dashboards, automation tools, and ERP reporting processes
• Analyze product costs, margins, profitability, inventory variances, and manufacturing performance trends
• Collaborate with accounting, operations, inventory control, and leadership teams to resolve discrepancies and improve processes
• Provide backup support for payroll and assist with expense reporting and accounts payable coordination as needed

The ideal candidate is analytical, organized, and self-motivated, with strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This person should be comfortable working independently, identifying process improvements, and partnering cross-functionally to provide meaningful financial insights.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or equivalent experience
• 3-5 years of financial analysis experience, preferably in manufacturing
• Experience with ERP systems required; JD Edwards experience highly preferred
• Strong Excel skills, including financial modeling, reporting, dashboards, and data analysis
• Knowledge of standard cost accounting, inventory processes, financial reporting, internal controls, and full-cycle accounting

Contract Pay: $40-$45/hour contract; Permanent salary range approximately $85K-$95K, depending on experience

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Profit sharing
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability
• Wellness, training, development, tuition reimbursement, and employee assistance programs and more

If interested in this potential contract-to-hire Financial Analyst role please apply below.

Pay Details: $85,000.00 to $95,000.00 per year

Search managed by: Jennifer Green

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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