Financial Analyst - Hart Area

Financial Analyst | Hart, MI

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

The Opportunity

We are collaborating with manufacturing firms in Hart that are seeking skilled Financial Analysts. These organizations are dedicated to maintaining high standards and are looking for professionals who can contribute effectively. By joining our network, you position yourself for opportunities aligned with your career goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze manufacturing costs, variances, and production overhead to identify trends and cost-saving opportunities.
• Develop and manage annual operating budgets and financial forecasts for production departments.
• Prepare detailed financial reports and performance dashboards for manufacturing operations.
• Conduct profitability analysis for product lines, manufacturing processes, and customer segments.
• Evaluate capital expenditure requests, performing ROI and payback period analysis for new equipment and projects.
• Monitor inventory valuation, turns, and obsolescence, providing insights for working capital optimization.
• Collaborate with operations teams to identify and implement process improvements and cost reduction initiatives.

Recommended Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in financial modeling and data analysis.
• Demonstrated experience with cost accounting and variance analysis in a manufacturing environment.
• Expertise in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) for financial and operational data.
• Ability to develop and maintain budgets, forecasts, and long-range plans specific to manufacturing operations.
• Experience in presenting complex financial data and actionable insights to non-financial stakeholders.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with major ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics) in a manufacturing setting
• Familiarity with cost accounting principles specific to manufacturing environments (e.g., standard costing, variance analysis)
• Understanding of supply chain finance and inventory management in a production setting
• Proficiency in data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) for operational and financial reporting

Job Titles That Should Apply

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