Financial Analyst - Caledonia Area

Financial Analyst | Caledonia, MI

Salary Range: $69,000 - $103,000 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 Caledonia seeking experienced Financial Analysts.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across Caledonia 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 profitability drivers to identify areas for improvement.
• Develop and maintain financial models for budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning, including capital expenditures.
• Prepare detailed financial reports, performance dashboards, and key performance indicator (KPI) analyses for management review.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of product margins, inventory valuation, and cost of goods sold (COGS).
• Support operational teams with financial insights to optimize production efficiency and reduce waste.
• Evaluate financial performance against budgets and forecasts, providing variance explanations and recommendations.
• Assist in the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy of manufacturing-related financial data.

Recommended Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• In-depth knowledge of cost accounting principles and inventory valuation specific to manufacturing operations.
• Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables and financial functions; experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex financial data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights for operational improvement.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with cost accounting principles and methodologies.
• Proficiency in ERP systems relevant to manufacturing (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics).
• Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Understanding of manufacturing operations and supply chain finance.

Job Titles That Should Apply

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