Financial Analyst – Manufacturing Operations
About The Position
Technique, Inc. is a Michigan-based leader in precision stamping, tubing, and welding, serving aerospace, automotive, medical, and food processing industries. Known for ultra-fast lead times, high-quality parts, and emergency manufacturing support, Technique is the partner companies trust when precision and speed are non-negotiable. As a Financial Analyst, Manufacturing Operations, you will support plant leadership and corporate finance in driving cost discipline, margin expansion, and operational performance. This role sits at the intersection of finance, operations, and strategy, providing real-time insight into production efficiency, cost drivers, and business performance.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
- 2–5+ years of experience in manufacturing finance, cost accounting, FP&A, or operations finance
- Strong understanding of standard costing and manufacturing KPIs
- Advanced Excel skills, including financial modeling, variance analysis, and complex formulas
- Strong communication skills with non-finance stakeholders
Nice To Haves
- CPA, CMA, CFA, or MBA (or in progress)
- Experience in discrete manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, industrial, or consumer manufacturing
- ERP experience, including Epicor, SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or JD Edwards
- Exposure to Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Continuous Improvement initiatives
- Power BI, Tableau, or SQL experience
Responsibilities
- Partner with plant managers, operations leaders, and supply chain teams to analyze manufacturing performance and cost drivers
- Prepare and analyze standard costing and variance analysis, including labor, material, overhead, PPV, yield, and absorption
- Support monthly close activities, including inventory, COGS, and operational reporting
- Develop and maintain financial models for forecasts, budgets, capital investments, and cost-reduction initiatives
- Analyze production volumes, utilization, scrap, rework, and efficiency metrics
- Support CapEx analysis, ROI modeling, and post-investment reviews
- Identify process improvements and cost-saving opportunities
- Ensure data accuracy and alignment with internal controls and accounting standards
Benefits
- High visibility with plant leadership and senior management
- Opportunity to influence cost structure, margin, and operational strategy
- Exposure to capital projects, automation, and growth initiatives
- Competitive compensation, benefits, and performance incentives
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
