Financial Analyst - Walker Area

Financial Analyst | Walker, MI

Salary Range: $67,000 - $101,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for financial analysis and supporting strategic decision-making? The Pivot Group is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We are collaborating with companies in Walker seeking experienced Financial Analysts.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across Walker 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 manufacturing costs, variances, and overhead to identify trends and cost-saving opportunities.
• Develop and manage annual budgets and forecasts for production operations and capital expenditures.
• Prepare detailed financial reports and performance dashboards for operational leadership.
• Conduct profitability analysis for product lines and manufacturing processes.
• Evaluate capital investment projects, including ROI and payback period calculations for new equipment.
• Monitor inventory valuation, obsolescence, and working capital efficiency.
• Support strategic planning initiatives by providing financial modeling and analysis for operational improvements.

Recommended Qualifications

• Financial modeling and advanced data analysis expertise.
• Proficiency in cost accounting principles and inventory valuation.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis in a manufacturing environment.
• Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Understanding of manufacturing operations and supply chain financial impacts.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with cost accounting methodologies in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with ERP systems commonly used in manufacturing (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Infor).
• Understanding of Lean manufacturing principles or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Knowledge of supply chain finance and inventory management best practices.

Job Titles That Should Apply

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