Financial Analyst - Mattawan Area

Financial Analyst | Mattawan, MI Salary Range: $65,000 - $98,000 depending on experience Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for financial analysis and supporting strategic decision-making? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Mattawan seeking Financial Analysts to lead and enhance their operations. The Opportunity We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Mattawan region seeking Financial Analysts. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering. Key Responsibilities Analyze manufacturing costs, variances, and COGS to identify trends and opportunities for improvement. Develop and maintain financial models for budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning, specific to production volumes and expenses. Prepare detailed financial reports and performance dashboards for operational management, highlighting key manufacturing KPIs. Conduct variance analysis on production costs, labor, and material usage, explaining deviations from budget and standard costs. Evaluate capital expenditure requests for new machinery, equipment, and facility upgrades, performing ROI and payback period analyses. Support inventory valuation, analysis of inventory turns, and identification of potential obsolescence risks. Partner with production and operations teams to identify cost reduction initiatives and efficiency improvements. Recommended Qualifications Proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis. Demonstrated understanding of manufacturing cost accounting principles (e.g., standard costing, overhead allocation). Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and business intelligence tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau). Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including experience with large dataset manipulation and analysis. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and provide actionable insights. Bonus Qualifications Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) Proficiency in SQL for complex data extraction and analysis Understanding of Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma principles Experience modeling capital expenditures for manufacturing operations Advanced proficiency in specific manufacturing-related ERP modules (e.g., SAP CO-PA, PP) Job Titles That Should Apply Financial Analyst, Finance Analyst, Senior Financial Analyst, Junior Financial Analyst, FP&A Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst, Business Financial Analyst, Corporate Financial Analyst, Financial Reporting Analyst, Budget Analyst, Financial Modeler Why Pivot Group The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.