Financial Analyst - Plainwell Area Job at The Pivot Group Network, Plainwell, MI

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  • The Pivot Group Network
  • Plainwell, MI

Job Description

Financial Analyst | Plainwell, MI

Salary Range: $66,000 - $99,000 depending on experience

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for financial analysis and supporting strategic decision-making? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in Plainwell seeking experienced Financial Analysts.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Plainwell 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

  • Develop and manage annual budgets and periodic financial forecasts for manufacturing operations.
  • Conduct detailed variance analysis of production costs, COGS, and overhead against budgets and forecasts.
  • Analyze product profitability, standard costs, and provide insights for cost reduction initiatives.
  • Evaluate capital expenditure requests, performing ROI and payback period analysis for new equipment and projects.
  • Prepare comprehensive financial reports and performance dashboards for manufacturing management.
  • Support inventory valuation, obsolescence analysis, and working capital optimization efforts.
  • Collaborate with operations to identify cost efficiencies and process improvements within the production cycle.

Recommended Qualifications

  • Strong proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, and variance analysis.
  • Solid understanding of cost accounting principles (e.g., standard costing, COGS, inventory valuation).
  • Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) for data extraction and reporting.
  • Ability to analyze manufacturing operational data and translate it into financial insights.
  • Advanced Excel skills and experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).

Bonus Qualifications

  • Experience with a major ERP system (e.g., SAP, Oracle) in a manufacturing environment.
  • Strong understanding of cost accounting principles (e.g., standard costing, variance analysis) specific to manufacturing.
  • Proficiency in data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) for presenting complex financial data.
  • Exposure to Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Financial Analyst, Finance Analyst, FP&A Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst, Investment Analyst, Senior Financial Analyst, Junior Financial Analyst, Corporate Finance Analyst, Business Financial Analyst

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.

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