Financial Analyst

We are looking for a Financial Analyst to support manufacturing operations by delivering accurate cost analysis, performance reporting, and financial insight for the plant in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This role partners closely with plant leadership and business unit stakeholders to evaluate operating results, strengthen cost controls, and support forecasting and budgeting activities. The position also contributes to month-end close, standard cost maintenance, and financial analysis that helps guide production and profitability decisions. Responsibilities: • Build, update, and monitor standard cost data for materials and labor, including the setup and maintenance of bills of materials and production routings. • Investigate differences between actual and standard results by identifying cost drivers and providing clear variance analysis for plant leadership. • Support month-end activities by preparing inventory-related journal entries, assisting with close processes, and validating production and cost reporting. • Review labor and payroll data each week to ensure employee hours are accurately reconciled across plant and payroll records. • Analyze manufacturing capacity, line utilization, and operational performance to help improve efficiency and financial outcomes. • Produce recurring daily, weekly, and monthly reports that compare production results, material usage, labor performance, and key plant metrics. • Track customer-owned inventory balances and usage patterns, and explain changes that affect consumption and cost performance. • Identify and calculate special billing opportunities by compiling material and labor cost details tied to plant activity. • Assist with annual budget preparation, forecasting, cost savings analysis, and financial support for new product costing across one or more sites. • At least 2 years of experience in financial analysis, cost accounting, or manufacturing accounting.• Background in a manufacturing environment with working knowledge of production processes, procurement, and plant operations.• Demonstrated ability to perform variance analysis, standard costing, financial modeling, and ad hoc financial analysis.• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, with strong capability in data analysis and reporting.• Understanding of core accounting and finance principles, including inventory and cost-related reconciliations.• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with plant and corporate teams.• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting while maintaining accuracy and sound judgment. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use and Privacy Notice.