We are looking for a skilled Cost Analyst to join our team in Findlay, Ohio. This position plays a pivotal role in analyzing manufacturing costs and providing insights that influence business decisions. As part of the Business Planning Team, you will collaborate with operations, finance, and leadership to assess productivity, monitor performance, and support strategic planning. This role offers excellent opportunities for growth and increased visibility within a dynamic manufacturing environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop and maintain detailed manufacturing cost models to support financial planning.<br>• Conduct thorough analyses of labor rates, productivity metrics, and cost-benefit scenarios to inform decision-making.<br>• Evaluate and manage the standard cost system to ensure accurate financial reporting.<br>• Analyze operational and financial data to identify trends, variances, and areas for improvement.<br>• Prepare actionable reports and presentations to communicate findings to leadership.<br>• Monitor key performance indicators such as product costs, productivity, and headcount to assess business performance.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including operations and supply chain, to drive process improvements.<br>• Perform scenario and sensitivity analyses to support strategic initiatives and planning.<br>• Lead assigned analytical or improvement projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and timelines.<br>• Participate in inventory-related activities and gain exposure to the production environment.
<p>We’re seeking a Financial Analyst Consultant to support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial initiatives. This role will analyze data, develop financial models, and provide insights to drive business decisions.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong>:</p><ul><li>Conduct financial analysis and reporting.</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.</li><li>Build and maintain financial models.</li><li>Partner with leadership on strategic initiatives.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Senior Financial Analyst</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Our trusted client is seeking an experienced Senior Financial Analyst Consultant for a long-term engagement. This role is ideal for someone with a keen attention to detail and a strong background in integration activities. As a long-term contract position, this opportunity offers the chance to collaborate with cross-functional teams and contribute to the financial success of the organization.</p><p><br></p><p>The day-to-day responsibilities include:</p><ul><li>Assist in preparing and consolidating historic financial statements for multiple locations going back several years.</li><li>Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data during consolidation, collaborating with local site teams and shared service centers.</li><li>Support finance workstreams for carve‑out and post‑acquisition integration.</li><li>Perform G/L account mappings and validating financial structure alignment.</li><li>Execute profit center splits, new cost center creation, and ensure appropriate financial coding.</li><li>Coordinate headcount transfers and related cost allocations.</li><li>Assist with asset transfers and ensuring adherence to corporate policy and audit requirements.</li><li>Partner with local site teams, shared services, senior management, IT, and external consultants to ensure seamless transitions.</li></ul>
<p>Job Title: Senior Analyst, FP& A</p><p>Location: Southfield, MI</p><p>Reports To: Vice President, FP& A</p><p><br></p><p>About Our Client</p><p>Our client is a private national real estate firm with a strong track record of growth, disciplined capital management, and long-term value creation. With a diversified portfolio and a collaborative, high-performance culture, the firm partners across investment, legal, accounting, and asset management teams to execute complex transactions nationwide.</p><p><br></p><p>Position Overview</p><p>The Senior Analyst, FP& A will play a highly visible, transaction-focused role supporting acquisitions, dispositions, refinancings, joint venture buyouts, and other strategic capital events. This individual will work cross-functionally with Legal, Transactions, Acquisitions, Asset Management, and Accounting teams to ensure financial accuracy, timely execution, and seamless closings.</p><p><br></p><p>This role is ideal for a driven professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, brings strong business acumen, and enjoys coordinating complex financial processes from start to finish.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p><br></p><p>Transaction Management (Approx. 75%)</p><p><br></p><p>Track and communicate status of all active transactions.</p><p><br></p><p>Maintain detailed closing trackers and provide updates to stakeholders.</p><p><br></p><p>Review and interpret legal and loan documents to ensure accuracy of settlement statements and funding schedules.</p><p><br></p><p>Coordinate with title companies and lenders to finalize closing statements and disbursements.</p><p><br></p><p>Prepare detailed sources and uses schedules with full support.</p><p><br></p><p>Review third-party, title, lender, and joint venture invoices for accuracy and reasonableness.</p><p><br></p><p>Reconcile closing costs and funding with underwriting models.</p><p><br></p><p>Coordinate with Accounting and Asset Management on prorations, funding, and operating accounts.</p><p><br></p><p>Review draw packages related to development and preferred equity structures.</p><p><br></p><p>Lender Reporting & Portfolio Support (Approx. 25%)</p><p><br></p><p>Prepare monthly lender reporting and covenant compliance calculations.</p><p><br></p><p>Assist with loan paydown analyses and ad hoc reporting.</p><p><br></p><p>Support annual lender audit coordination.</p><p><br></p><p>Aggregate data for third-party valuation processes.</p><p><br></p><p>Assist with financial modeling, portfolio analytics, and strategic project analysis.</p><p><br></p><p>Prepare Variable Interest Entity (VIE) memorandums related to transactions.</p><p><br></p><p>Support month-end close for applicable entities and funds.</p><p><br></p><p>This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected private real estate platform and gain exposure to high-impact transactions in a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration, or your questions, please call Jeff Sokolowski directly at (248)365-6131.</p>
We are looking for a Senior Financial Analyst to join a dynamic and growing finance team in Southfield, Michigan. This role offers high visibility within the organization and the opportunity to collaborate with experienced professionals on budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and reporting. If you are passionate about advancing your career in financial analysis and contributing to meaningful projects, we encourage you to apply.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop and maintain comprehensive budgets and forecasts to support organizational goals.<br>• Conduct detailed financial analysis, including variance analysis, to evaluate performance against key metrics.<br>• Prepare internal financial reports and ensure accuracy in data presentation.<br>• Collaborate with team members to consolidate subsidiary financial statements into unified reports.<br>• Design and implement financial models to support strategic planning and decision-making.<br>• Utilize advanced Excel and data mining techniques to analyze complex datasets.<br>• Provide ad hoc financial analysis to support various departments and leadership.<br>• Identify areas for process improvement and recommend solutions to enhance efficiency.<br>• Communicate findings and insights effectively to stakeholders and executive leadership.<br>• Stay updated on industry trends and apply best practices to financial analysis processes.
<p>ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:</p><p>• Prepare monthly sales reports in comparison to business plan for accounting colleagues and management review.</p><p>• Measure and record sales adjustments related to foreign currency transactions in comparison to budgeted standard exchange rates</p><p>• Review sales orders and exception reports for discrepancies; correct as needed</p><p>• Manually invoice parent company for miscellaneous charges as requested</p><p>• Manage fixed asset system to include analysis of additions, disposals, depreciations, acquisitions, and fixed asset form monitoring</p><p>• Develop, maintain, and analyze project budgets, preparing weekly reports</p><p>• Prepare, examine, and analyze accounting records and reports for accuracy and conformance.</p><p>• Gathers costs and assist in the preparation of invoices</p><p>• Liaison between company, parent company, and vendors for purchase orders and payments</p><p>• Analyzes and understands Technical Service Agreements for service vendors</p><p>• Assist with the maintenance of J-Sox documentation</p><p>• Support and make recommendations to improve Company policies and procedures</p><p><br></p><p>The above description represents the most significant essential duties of this position but does not exclude other occasional work assignments not mentioned.</p><p><br></p><p>QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:</p><p>• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related area.</p><p>• 5 + years of experience in an accounting function (automotive industry experience is a plus)</p><p>• Proficiency in standard accounting methods and practices, emphasizing auditing and tax standards.</p><p>• Solid written, verbal, and cross-cultural communication skills, emphasizing quantitative and mathematical skills.</p><p>• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs, ability to create/modify pivot tables and V-lookups in Excel</p><p>• Experience with JD Edwards distribution software is a plus</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>Our trusted client is seeking a Finance Manager / Senior Financial Analyst Consultant for a long-term engagement. This hybrid position is located in Detroit, Michigan and is ideal for a detail-oriented individual with a strong background in financial analysis and reporting. The ideal candidate will have a proven ability to interpret complex financial data and provide actionable insights to support organizational leadership.</p><p><br></p><p>The day-to-day responsibilities include: </p><p><br></p><p>• Conduct in-depth financial analysis to identify trends and support strategic decision-making.</p><p>• Oversee month-end close processes to ensure accurate and timely financial results.</p><p>• Develop and maintain financial models to forecast revenue, expenses, and other key metrics.</p><p>• Prepare comprehensive financial reports for stakeholders, ensuring clarity and precision.</p><p>• Collaborate with leadership to provide data-driven recommendations for operational improvements.</p><p>• Evaluate and refine forecasting processes to align with organizational goals.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards throughout all reporting activities.</p><p>• Utilize advanced analytical tools to streamline financial operations and enhance efficiency.</p><p>• Support leadership with valuable insights during budget planning and execution.</p>
