Financial Analyst - Grand Rapids Area

Financial Analyst | Grand Rapids, 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 Grand Rapids seeking Financial Analysts.

The Opportunity

We are partnering with organizations in Grand Rapids that are seeking Financial Analysts. These companies are committed to building strong teams and are looking for professionals who can lead initiatives effectively. By connecting with Pivot Group, you position yourself for roles that match your background and aspirations.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed cost analysis, including variance analysis for production costs, material usage, and labor efficiency.
• Develop and maintain financial models for budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning specific to manufacturing operations.
• Prepare comprehensive financial reports on key performance indicators (KPIs) such as COGS, production variances, and inventory turns.
• Analyze capital expenditure requests, evaluating ROI and payback period for new equipment and facility upgrades.
• Support inventory valuation and analysis, identifying trends and potential risks related to raw materials, WIP, and finished goods.
• Partner with operations teams to identify cost reduction opportunities and improve operational efficiency.
• Perform product profitability analysis to support pricing strategies and product portfolio decisions.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, and variance analysis specific to manufacturing operations.
• Strong understanding of cost accounting principles, including standard costing, COGS, and inventory valuation.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics) in a manufacturing environment.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
• Ability to analyze manufacturing operational data and provide actionable insights for cost reduction and efficiency.

Bonus Qualifications

• Advanced cost accounting experience, particularly in standard costing and variance analysis within a manufacturing setting.
• Proficiency with manufacturing-specific modules within ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Infor).
• Experience with business intelligence tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) for visualizing operational and financial data.
• Understanding of Lean manufacturing principles or Six Sigma methodologies.
• SQL proficiency for querying and analyzing data from operational databases.

Job Titles That Should Apply

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