Financial Analyst - Kalamazoo Area

Financial Analyst | Kalamazoo, MI

Salary Range: $63,000 - $96,000 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 Kalamazoo, seeking experienced Financial Analysts to strengthen their teams.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Kalamazoo region seeking Financial Analysts. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze manufacturing costs, production variances, and inventory valuation to identify trends and cost-saving opportunities.
• Develop and maintain financial models for budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning, specifically for operational expenses and production volumes.
• Prepare detailed financial reports, management presentations, and performance dashboards for manufacturing operations.
• Evaluate capital expenditure projects, assessing financial viability, ROI, and payback periods for new equipment or facility upgrades.
• Conduct in-depth profitability analysis by product line, customer segment, or production run to support strategic decision-making.
• Collaborate with operations, supply chain, and engineering teams to understand drivers of financial performance and support efficiency initiatives.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proficiency in financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Strong understanding of cost accounting principles and their application in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) for financial data extraction and analysis.
• Ability to analyze complex operational and financial data to identify trends and drive business improvements.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, supply chain dynamics, and inventory management.

Bonus Qualifications

• Deep understanding of cost accounting principles specific to manufacturing environments.
• Proficiency with business intelligence tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) for operational and financial reporting.
• Experience with manufacturing or supply chain modules within major ERP systems (e.g., SAP PP/CO, Oracle SCM).
• Familiarity with financial implications of supply chain management, inventory optimization, and production efficiency.

Job Titles That Should Apply

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