We are looking for an experienced finance leader to join our team in St. Petersburg, Florida, in a contract capacity with the potential to become permanent. This role will oversee core financial operations, guide a small team, and provide strategic support to senior leadership in a Department of Defense-focused environment. The ideal candidate brings strong judgment across reporting, controls, budgeting, and audit readiness, along with the ability to develop staff and support a growing organization.

Responsibilities:

Direct day-to-day finance activities across reporting, analysis, budgeting, and compliance to support business performance and operational goals. Lead and mentor a team of approximately five employees, including coaching, performance oversight, and support for staffing decisions in partnership with leadership and HR. Build, refine, and enforce financial controls that protect assets, monitor spending, assess liquidity, and strengthen accountability across the organization. Partner with senior leaders to review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial results and provide clear insight into trends, risks, and business performance. Prepare and interpret financial metrics such as margin performance, cost structure, break-even outcomes, and other indicators used to evaluate fiscal health. Collaborate with departments such as operations, human resources, information technology, and other business functions on budgeting, approvals, and financial governance for key initiatives. Coordinate audit preparation activities and ensure financial records, reporting practices, and supporting documentation meet applicable regulatory and contractual requirements. Oversee month-end close processes, financial reporting deliverables, and cash flow forecasting to maintain accurate and timely visibility into company performance. Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in finance, accounting, or related leadership roles. Prior experience supporting Department of Defense programs or working within a DoD-regulated environment is required. Demonstrated success managing and developing teams, ideally with direct oversight of four to five employees. Strong background in month-end close, budget planning, financial reporting, cash flow forecasting, audit support, and internal controls. Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field preferred; an associate degree with substantial relevant experience may also be considered. Ability to communicate effectively with executive leadership and cross-functional stakeholders on financial performance and control-related matters. Growth-oriented mindset with the ability to adapt in an expanding organization and help build a high-performing finance function. Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice .