Financial Analyst - Iron River Area

The Pivot Group

Iron River (MI)

On-site

USD 67,000 - 101,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Iron River, MI, seeks skilled Financial Analysts to support manufacturing partners in the Iron River area. The role focuses on monthly reporting, cost modeling, variance analysis, budgeting, and dashboard development to monitor key metrics.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of manufacturing finance experience, strong Excel abilities, and familiarity with SAP/Oracle or similar ERP systems. Training and opportunities span multiple local plants.

Qualifications

Bachelor degree in finance, accounting, or a related field is required.
Two or more years of financial analysis experience in a manufacturing setting.
Strong Excel skills including pivot tables and lookup functions.
Experience with standard costing and variance analysis.
Working knowledge of ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle.
Ability to communicate financial results to non financial plant staff.

Responsibilities

Prepare monthly financial reports and variance analysis for plant leadership.
Build and maintain cost models for products and production lines.
Track standard costs and investigate cost variances.
Support the annual budget and quarterly forecast process.
Analyze capital project requests and track spending against approved budgets.
Reconcile inventory balances and review cycle count results.
Prepare journal entries and support month end close activities.
Develop dashboards and reports to track key manufacturing metrics.

Skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or related field

Tools

Excel

Pivot Tables

ERP (SAP/Oracle)

Power BI

Job description

Job Description:

Financial Analyst | Iron River, MI

Salary Range:

$67,000 - $101,000 depending on experience

Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding opportunity in finance? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to building meaningful connections in manufacturing. We partner with leading companies in the Iron River area seeking Financial Analysts.

We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan's manufacturing regions. 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.

This posting covers Financial Analyst opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Iron River in Iron County, within about 45 minutes of the city, including Amasa and Crystal Falls.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing firms in the Iron River area that seek skilled Financial Analysts. These organizations are dedicated to maintaining high standards and look for professionals who can contribute effectively. By joining our network, you position yourself for opportunities aligned with your career goals.

Usual Responsibilities

Prepare monthly financial reports and variance analysis for plant leadership.
Build and maintain cost models for products and production lines.
Track standard costs and investigate cost variances.
Support the annual budget and quarterly forecast process.
Analyze capital project requests and track spending against approved budgets.
Reconcile inventory balances and review cycle count results.
Prepare journal entries and support month end close activities.
Develop dashboards and reports to track key manufacturing metrics.

Recommended Qualifications

Bachelor degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.
Two or more years of financial analysis experience in a manufacturing setting.
Strong Excel skills including pivot tables and lookup functions.
Experience with standard costing and variance analysis.
Working knowledge of ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle.
Ability to communicate financial results to non financial plant staff.

Bonus Qualifications

Exposure to lean manufacturing or continuous improvement programs.
Advanced skills in SQL or data modeling.
Experience supporting multiple plant sites.
CPA or CMA certification.
Experience with Power BI or similar reporting tools.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Plant Financial Analyst, Cost Analyst, Financial Planning and Analysis Analyst, Operations Finance Analyst, Inventory Analyst, Budget Analyst, Management Accountant, Business Finance Analyst, Cost Accountant, Manufacturing Financial Analyst

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.

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.

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