Financial Analyst | Spring Lake, MI

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

Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding opportunity in {{role_field}}? The Pivot Group is committed to building meaningful connections in manufacturing. We partner with leading companies in Spring Lake seeking Financial Analysts.

The Opportunity

We are collaborating with multiple companies in Spring Lake seeking experienced Financial Analysts. These organizations value long-term fit and are looking for professionals who bring both skill and alignment. By joining our network, you gain access to opportunities tailored to your goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze production costs, variances, and efficiency metrics.
• Develop and manage budgets and forecasts for manufacturing operations.
• Prepare detailed financial reports on plant performance, KPIs, and cost drivers.
• Conduct capital expenditure analysis for new equipment and facility upgrades.
• Support inventory valuation, obsolescence analysis, and working capital management.
• Identify and recommend cost reduction opportunities and process improvements within manufacturing.
• Partner with operations leadership to provide financial insights and decision support.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proficiency in financial modeling, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing cost accounting principles and inventory valuation.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced Microsoft Excel for data analysis.
• Ability to analyze production variances and their impact on financial performance.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related quantitative field.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with manufacturing ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Infor) or MES platforms.
• Advanced knowledge of cost accounting principles specific to manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with Lean Six Sigma or other process improvement methodologies.
• Proficiency in data visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI.

Job Titles That Should Apply

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