Job Title: Senior Finance Process & Business Transformation Consultant (Contract)
Location: Milwaukee, WI (Preferred) | Remote within the U.S. (Ability to Work in Central Time Zone Required)
Job Type: Contract (3-6 Months with Potential Extension)
Compensation Rate: $65 - $85 per hour / W2 (Depends on Experience)
About the Opportunity
We are seeking a highly experienced Finance Process & Business Transformation Consultant to support a critical remediation and process improvement initiative within our Talent Solutions Finance organization. This consultant will play a key role in stabilizing month-end close activities, identifying root causes of operational challenges, improving financial processes, and driving sustainable solutions across a complex customer portfolio.
This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on finance professional who combines strong accounting expertise, business analysis capabilities, process improvement experience, and project management skills. The ideal candidate is naturally curious, thrives in complex environments, and can work independently while collaborating with stakeholders to drive meaningful change.
What You'll Do
Support month-end close activities and help ensure timely, accurate financial reporting.
Analyze and troubleshoot process breakdowns and operational challenges.
Conduct root cause analysis and develop practical, scalable solutions.
Review and improve existing finance and accounting processes.
Lead process documentation, control assessments, and audit-ready procedures.
Partner with finance, operations, and technology stakeholders to gain alignment and implement process improvements.
Drive remediation efforts related to data reconciliation, invoicing, and financial reporting processes.
Evaluate and strengthen controls surrounding financial data flows.
Manage multiple improvement initiatives and provide ongoing project leadership.
Identify gaps, inefficiencies, and risks within current workflows and recommend corrective actions.
Support the transition from manual processes to more efficient and sustainable operating models.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
8+ years of progressive experience in accounting, finance operations, business analysis, consulting, or process improvement.
Strong understanding of accounting principles and month-end close processes.
Extensive experience performing complex reconciliations and financial analysis.
Proven experience conducting root cause analysis and implementing process improvements.
Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
Experience creating process documentation, controls, and audit-ready procedures.
Excellent problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Oracle ERP systems.
Experience supporting system implementations, financial transformations, or post-implementation stabilization efforts.
Knowledge of Vendor Management Systems (VMS) and contingent workforce programs.
Consulting experience within finance transformation, shared services, or operational excellence environments.
CPA, CMA, PMP, or similar professional certification is a plus.
Ideal Candidate Profile
We're looking for someone who:
Brings a strong accounting foundation and operational finance expertise.
Has a curious mindset and enjoys digging into complex issues.
Can quickly assess situations, identify root causes, and drive solutions.
Builds consensus across teams and influences change effectively.
Is a self-starter who thrives with autonomy and accountability.
Balances strategic thinking with a willingness to be hands-on when needed.
Work Environment
Milwaukee, WI preferred, but remote candidates within the United States will be considered.
Must be available to work Central Time Zone hours.
If located outside Milwaukee, consultant will be expected to travel to Milwaukee during onboarding/startup week to meet key stakeholders and support team integration.
Contract Details
Initial engagement: 3-6 months (anticipated closer to 6 months).
Potential for extension based on project needs and performance.
Target start date: Week of July 13.
If you are a finance transformation professional with deep accounting knowledge, strong analytical skills, and a track record of driving operational improvements, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today!
What's in it for me?
Opportunity to work on impactful projects with a dynamic team
Flexible remote work environment
Potential to extend engagement beyond initial duration
Gain valuable experience in financial processes and systems
Collaborate with industry professionals and enhance your skill set
Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:
Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
Dental Plan
Vision Plan
Health Savings Account
Health Flexible Spending Account
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Supplemental Life Insurance
Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Business Travel Insurance
401(k), Plus Match
Weekly Pay
If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!
About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.
ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands - Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells - creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.
ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
