Financial Analyst - Whitehall Area

Financial Analyst | Whitehall, MI

Salary Range: $64,000 - $97,000 depending on experience

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for financial analysis and supporting strategic decision-making? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in Whitehall seeking experienced Financial Analysts.

The Opportunity

We are collaborating with manufacturing firms in Whitehall 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 production costs, variances, and COGS to identify drivers and opportunities for improvement.
• Develop and maintain financial models for budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning specific to manufacturing operations.
• Prepare detailed financial reports and performance dashboards for manufacturing plants, highlighting key metrics and trends.
• Evaluate capital expenditure requests for new machinery and plant upgrades, conducting ROI and payback analyses.
• Conduct in-depth inventory analysis, including valuation, turns, and obsolescence, to optimize working capital.
• Support cost reduction initiatives by analyzing operational data and recommending efficiency improvements across production lines.
• Perform variance analysis comparing actual manufacturing performance to budget and forecast, providing actionable insights.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proficiency in financial modeling, budgeting, and forecasting, with an emphasis on cost analysis.
• Strong understanding of cost accounting principles and variance analysis within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) for financial reporting and operational data extraction.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) for complex data analysis.
• Knowledge of manufacturing operations, supply chain dynamics, and inventory management.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with manufacturing-specific ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics)
• Proficiency in data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma principles
• Advanced Excel modeling and VBA skills

Job Titles That Should Apply

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