Financial Analyst - Jenison Area

Financial Analyst | Jenison, MI

Salary Range: $67,000 - $100,000 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 Jenison, seeking experienced Financial Analysts to strengthen their teams.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across Jenison seeking Financial Analysts who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze production costs, variances, and profitability drivers for manufacturing operations.
• Develop and maintain financial models for budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning.
• Prepare detailed financial reports, including actual vs. budget performance and key manufacturing KPIs.
• Conduct in-depth variance analysis on COGS, labor, and overhead, identifying trends and recommending corrective actions.
• Evaluate capital expenditure projects, performing ROI and payback period analysis for new equipment and expansions.
• Support inventory valuation, obsolescence analysis, and cost accounting functions specific to manufacturing.
• Collaborate with operations teams to understand cost drivers and optimize production efficiency.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proficiency in financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Strong understanding of cost accounting principles and manufacturing KPIs.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) in a manufacturing environment.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
• Ability to analyze complex operational and financial data to drive business insights.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with a major ERP system (e.g., SAP, Oracle) in a manufacturing context.
• Demonstrated understanding of cost accounting principles and variance analysis in a production environment.
• Familiarity with manufacturing KPIs (e.g., OEE, yield, scrap rates) and their financial impact.
• Exposure to Lean manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Proficiency with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) for operational and financial reporting.

Job Titles That Should Apply

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