Financial Analyst | Charlotte, MI

Salary Range: $67,000 - $101,000 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 Charlotte seeking experienced Financial Analysts.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in Charlotte that are adding Financial Analysts to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze manufacturing costs, variances, and production overheads to identify cost drivers and inefficiencies.
• Develop and manage financial budgets and forecasts, specifically for production volumes, labor, and material costs.
• Prepare detailed financial reports on plant performance, product profitability, and operational key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Conduct in-depth analysis of capital expenditure (CapEx) projects, including ROI calculations for new equipment and facility upgrades.
• Support inventory valuation and analysis, including obsolescence reserves and turn rates.
• Collaborate with operations teams to identify cost reduction opportunities and process improvements.
• Perform profitability analysis for various product lines, customers, and manufacturing sites.

Recommended Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Demonstrated experience with cost accounting principles and inventory valuation in a manufacturing environment.
• Expertise in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) for financial data extraction and reporting.
• Proven ability to analyze complex financial data and provide actionable insights to support business decisions.
• Experience with budgeting, long-range planning, and capital expenditure analysis specific to manufacturing operations.

Bonus Qualifications

• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma principles
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)
• Familiarity with manufacturing-specific ERP modules (e.g., production, inventory, cost accounting)
• Knowledge of supply chain finance concepts

Job Titles That Should Apply

Financial Analyst, Finance Analyst, FP&A Analyst, Financial Planning Analyst, Investment Analyst, Corporate Finance Analyst, Senior Financial Analyst, Financial Reporting 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.