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Financial Analyst | St. Johns, MI
Salary Range:
$69,000 - $103,000 depending on experience
Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for financial analysis and supporting strategic decision-making? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in St. Johns seeking skilled Financial Analysts.
The Opportunity We are working with companies in St. Johns that are adding Financial Analysts to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct detailed variance analysis on production costs, labor, and overhead.
Develop and manage operational budgets and financial forecasts for manufacturing plants.
Analyze capital expenditure requests, evaluating ROI and payback periods for new equipment.
Monitor and report on manufacturing KPIs, including cost per unit, OEE, and inventory turns.
Perform profitability analysis for product lines, identifying cost reduction opportunities.
Support inventory valuation, obsolescence reserves, and cycle count accuracy analysis.
Collaborate with operations teams to identify and implement cost-saving initiatives.
Recommended Qualifications
Proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, and valuation techniques.
Strong understanding of cost accounting principles, including variance analysis and inventory valuation in a manufacturing environment.
Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) for financial data extraction and reporting.
Proven ability to conduct capital expenditure (CAPEX) analysis and ROI calculations for manufacturing investments.
Advanced data analysis and visualization skills (e.g., Excel, Power BI) for performance reporting.
Bonus Qualifications
Experience with manufacturing-specific ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics).
Proven ability to support operational teams with financial analysis for production efficiency or cost reduction initiatives.
Proficiency with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) to present complex financial and operational data.
Familiarity with Lean manufacturing or Six Sigma principles and their financial implications.
Job Titles That Should Apply Financial Analyst, Finance Analyst, FP&A Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst, Investment Analyst, Financial Modeler, Senior Financial Analyst, Junior Financial Analyst, Financial Reporting Analyst, Budget Analyst, Financial Data 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.
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Salary Range:
$69,000 - $103,000 depending on experience
Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for financial analysis and supporting strategic decision-making? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in St. Johns seeking skilled Financial Analysts.
The Opportunity We are working with companies in St. Johns that are adding Financial Analysts to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct detailed variance analysis on production costs, labor, and overhead.
Develop and manage operational budgets and financial forecasts for manufacturing plants.
Analyze capital expenditure requests, evaluating ROI and payback periods for new equipment.
Monitor and report on manufacturing KPIs, including cost per unit, OEE, and inventory turns.
Perform profitability analysis for product lines, identifying cost reduction opportunities.
Support inventory valuation, obsolescence reserves, and cycle count accuracy analysis.
Collaborate with operations teams to identify and implement cost-saving initiatives.
Recommended Qualifications
Proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, and valuation techniques.
Strong understanding of cost accounting principles, including variance analysis and inventory valuation in a manufacturing environment.
Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) for financial data extraction and reporting.
Proven ability to conduct capital expenditure (CAPEX) analysis and ROI calculations for manufacturing investments.
Advanced data analysis and visualization skills (e.g., Excel, Power BI) for performance reporting.
Bonus Qualifications
Experience with manufacturing-specific ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics).
Proven ability to support operational teams with financial analysis for production efficiency or cost reduction initiatives.
Proficiency with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) to present complex financial and operational data.
Familiarity with Lean manufacturing or Six Sigma principles and their financial implications.
Job Titles That Should Apply Financial Analyst, Finance Analyst, FP&A Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst, Investment Analyst, Financial Modeler, Senior Financial Analyst, Junior Financial Analyst, Financial Reporting Analyst, Budget Analyst, Financial Data 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.
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