Program Financial Management Lead

Pay Rate: $60.00 - $64.00 per hour, negotiable based upon years of experience Global Financial Firm located in TAMPA, FL has an immediate contract opportunity for an experienced Program Financial Management Lead Summary: Contract role with a Global Financial Firm located in Tampa, FL Hybrid schedule requiring reliable internet, computer, and smartphone for remote access Expected in-office presence weekly for 3 days depending on team requirements Responsibilities: Exercise shared responsibility for budget, policy formulation, and planning Work with Project Sponsor to ensure business case/cost benefit analysis aligns with business objectives Ensure all stakeholders are identified and included in scope definition activities Escalate project risks to the Project Director or Project Sponsor when appropriate Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders Manage changes to project scope, schedule, and costs using appropriate verification techniques Oversee the configuration, maintenance, and optimization of the Project Tracking System (PTS) platform Monitor vendor performance and take actions if performance warrants Provide sophisticated analysis with interpretive thinking to define problems and develop innovative solutions Influence strategic functional decisions through advice, counsel, or provided services Act as SME to senior stakeholders and/or other team members Assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating consideration for the company's reputation Requirements: Independent contractor with a combination of senior subject matter expertise, business analysis, data analysis, and program management Experience in supporting the implementation of strategic controls related to payments and payments risk Ability to deliver control program execution across operations, technology, risk and control, and all lines of defense Ensure program parameters are fully defined and fit for purpose Ensure management and progress of the program is accurate, complete, on-time, and transparent Required Skills: Proven experience in budget management and policy formulation Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Ability to manage project scope, schedule, and costs effectively Experience with Project Tracking Systems Risk assessment and management skills

Created: 2026-04-02