Financial Analyst - Traverse City Area

Financial Analyst | Traverse City, MI

Salary Range: $69,000 - $103,000 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 Traverse City seeking Financial Analysts.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Traverse City 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, production variances, and inventory levels.
• Develop and maintain financial models for budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning.
• Prepare detailed financial reports and performance dashboards for operational stakeholders.
• Conduct variance analysis to explain deviations from budget and prior periods for manufacturing operations.
• Evaluate capital expenditure requests, including ROI and payback period calculations.
• Support cost reduction initiatives and identify opportunities for operational efficiency improvements.
• Perform product profitability analysis and provide insights to optimize production.

Recommended Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Demonstrated experience with cost accounting principles and practices in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Understanding of manufacturing operations, supply chain dynamics, and inventory management.
• Ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights for operational improvements.

Bonus Qualifications

• Strong understanding of cost accounting principles in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with major ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) specifically related to manufacturing modules.
• Familiarity with supply chain operations and their financial implications.
• Exposure to Lean manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies.

Job Titles That Should Apply

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