Financial Analyst - Lansing Area

Financial Analyst | Lansing, MI

Salary Range: $65,000 - $98,000 depending on experience

Are you a dedicated professional with a passion for financial analysis and supporting strategic decision-making? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We partner with leading manufacturing companies in Lansing, seeking experienced Financial Analysts to strengthen their teams.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in Lansing 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, production variances, and inventory valuation.
• Develop and maintain financial models for budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning specific to production volumes and costs.
• Prepare detailed financial reports focusing on Cost of Goods Sold (COGS), gross margin, and operational efficiency for manufacturing plants.
• Conduct profitability analysis by product line, customer, and plant, identifying key drivers and areas for improvement.
• Support capital expenditure (CAPEX) requests by performing financial modeling, ROI analysis, and post-implementation reviews for manufacturing equipment.
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to production, inventory turns, and working capital within manufacturing operations.
• Collaborate with operations, production, and supply chain teams to understand cost drivers and identify cost reduction opportunities.

Recommended Qualifications

• Strong understanding of cost accounting principles and their application in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven ability in financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced Excel for data manipulation and analysis.
• Experience analyzing production costs, inventory valuation, and capital expenditure (CAPEX) in a manufacturing setting.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with manufacturing-specific ERP modules (e.g., SAP PP, MM, QM)
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma principles
• Proficiency in data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) for operational reporting
• Understanding of supply chain finance concepts
• SQL proficiency for extracting and analyzing operational data directly from manufacturing systems

Job Titles That Should Apply

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