Financial Analyst | Fremont, MI

Salary Range: $66,000 - $99,000 depending on experience

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

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across Fremont 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

• Conduct financial forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis for manufacturing operations.
• Develop and maintain financial models to support strategic decision-making and performance tracking.
• Analyze production costs, inventory, and capital expenditures to identify opportunities for cost reduction and efficiency improvements.
• Prepare detailed financial reports and presentations for management, highlighting key trends and insights.
• Support the annual budget process and periodic reforecasts for manufacturing plants.
• Collaborate with operations and supply chain teams to understand business drivers and translate them into financial impacts.
• Evaluate capital investment proposals and conduct post-implementation reviews to assess financial returns.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in financial analysis, preferably within a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Strong proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, and data analysis using Excel and other relevant tools.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and business intelligence tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex financial data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) for data extraction and analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to create and maintain financial models for forecasting and scenario planning.
• Familiarity with Six Sigma or Lean manufacturing principles and their financial impact.
• Certification in financial modeling or business intelligence tools (e.g., Anaplan, Tableau, Power BI).

Job Titles That Should Apply

Financial Analyst, Investment Analyst, Equity Analyst, Credit Analyst, Junior Financial Analyst, Senior Financial Analyst, Financial Modeler, Valuation Analyst, Portfolio Analyst, Treasury Analyst

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network 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. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

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 at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network 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.