Cost Accountant

Rebuildmanufacturing; Kalamazoo (MI); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Re:Build Manufacturing in Kalamazoo, Michigan is seeking a skilled Cost Accountant to support manufacturing operations and business development. This role offers a unique opportunity in a hybrid environment where you will partner with cross-functional teams to analyze product costs and develop pricing models for new opportunities.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and at least 3 years of cost accounting experience in a manufacturing setting. Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Excel skills are essential for success.

We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer and strive to reflect the communities we serve.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of cost accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in contract manufacturing or design-to-build environments is a plus.
• Strong understanding of standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory accounting.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and maintain standard costs for products including materials, labor, and overhead.
• Partner with manufacturing teams to identify cost drivers and recommend efficiencies.
• Develop detailed cost estimates for new business proposals and customer quotes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Proficiency in ERP systems

Advanced Excel skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

About Re:Build Manufacturing and Re:Build Tekna:

Tekna was founded in 1988 in the heart of Southwest Michigan where creative vision and hard work laid the foundation for a business that continues to grow in a rapidly evolving industry. The rigor and attention to detail that comes with designing for the medical industry has awarded us success in supporting both major companies and start‑ups from early stage development to commercialization. The same principles apply as we’ve expanded to serve customers in a wide variety of other industries including consumer and industrial goods, electronics, and appliances. Tekna’s project portfolio is incredibly diverse covering medical, life science, consumer and industrial product categories. Tekna is largely client focused offering design consulting, contract manufacturing and original equipment manufacturing services. Tekna’s cross functional teams include Design Engineering, Industrial Design, CAD, Procurement, Production and Quality which offers a friendly and supportive team atmosphere.

Re:Build Manufacturing is a family of industrial businesses combining cutting-edge enabling technologies, operational superiority, and strategic M&A to build America’s next-generation industrial company. Re:Build leverages deep expertise in operations management and technology to supercharge the performance of its subsidiaries by implementing core technologies across industrial platforms in diversified growth markets. Our goal is to help revitalize the U.S. manufacturing base over the coming decades, creating substantial opportunities for our employees and the communities where we operate.

If you like a fast-paced environment where individuals can stretch and be challenged with a diverse set of projects, we offer a great deal of variety and empower our staff to take on as much responsibility as they can handle, offering a helping hand and experienced-based coaching and the support of a highly competent team. Our goal is to enable our employees to achieve their fullest potential, and through our association with Re:Build, provide avenues for personal and professional growth.

Who we are looking for

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Cost Accountant to join our team in a hybrid contract manufacturing and consultative design environment. This role reports directly to the Site Controller and plays a key part in supporting both manufacturing operations and business development efforts. The Cost Accountant will partner closely with cross-functional teams to analyze current product costs, evaluate sales data, and develop accurate pricing models for new business opportunities.

What you'll get to do

• Analyze and maintain standard costs for products, including materials, labor, and overhead
• Partner with manufacturing teams to review production processes, identify cost drivers, and recommend efficiencies
• Evaluate current cost structures and sales data to support pricing strategies and profitability analysis
• Develop detailed cost estimates and pricing models for new business proposals and customer quotes
• Monitor and report on cost variances, including material usage, labor efficiency, and overhead absorption
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes related to inventory and cost accounting
• Assist in budgeting and forecasting activities, particularly related to cost of goods sold and manufacturing expenses
• Ensure accuracy of inventory valuation and compliance with accounting standards
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and sales teams to align cost assumptions and business strategies
• Continuously improve costing methodologies and reporting tools

What you bring to the team

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 3+ years of cost accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Experience in contract manufacturing or design-to-build environments is a plus
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail
• Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Excel skills
• Ability to communicate effectively across departments and present financial insights clearly
• Strong understanding of standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory accounting

We want to work with people that reflect the communities in which we operate

Re:Build Manufacturing is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.

Re:Build is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [e-mail] or you may call us at 617.909.6275.