Financial Analyst | Otsego, MI

Salary Range: $67,000 - $101,000 depending on experience

Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for financial analysis and supporting strategic decision-making? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in Otsego seeking skilled Financial Analysts.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Otsego 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

• Conduct detailed cost analysis of manufacturing processes, raw materials, and labor.
• Develop and manage annual budgets and rolling forecasts for production operations.
• Prepare comprehensive financial reports, including variance analysis against budget and prior periods.
• Analyze capital expenditure requests, performing ROI and payback period calculations.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to production efficiency and cost control.
• Support month-end close activities by preparing journal entries and reconciling accounts.
• Identify and recommend opportunities for cost reduction and process improvements within manufacturing.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, and valuation techniques.
• Demonstrated experience with cost accounting principles and analysis in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong ability to perform variance analysis, budgeting, and long-range planning.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced Excel for data analysis.
• Ability to analyze and interpret operational and financial data to drive business decisions.

Bonus Qualifications

• Deep understanding of cost accounting principles and variance analysis.
• Experience with manufacturing ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics).
• Proficiency in business intelligence tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) for operational data visualization.
• Exposure to Lean manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Financial Analyst, Finance Analyst, Senior Financial Analyst, Junior Financial Analyst, FP&A Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst, Investment Analyst, Financial Reporting Analyst, Budget Analyst, Corporate Finance Analyst, Financial Modeler, Business Finance 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.