Cost Accountant - East Lansing Area

The Pivot Group; East Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 71,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group is seeking Cost Accountants in East Lansing, MI. This role involves developing product costs, analyzing variances, and supporting budgeting processes. The ideal candidate will have strong communication and problem-solving skills, and potentially additional certifications. The salary range for this position is between $71,000 and $105,000 based on experience. This opportunity allows you to connect with companies prioritizing quality hiring in the manufacturing sector.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain standard product costs.
• Analyze manufacturing variances and provide detailed explanations.
• Prepare cost of goods sold and inventory reconciliations.
• Support the annual budgeting and forecasting processes for manufacturing costs.
• Identify cost reduction opportunities and track their implementation.
• Perform make-or-buy analysis and other special cost studies.
• Ensure accuracy of inventory valuation and perpetual inventory records.

Skills

Strong communication

Problem-solving

Job description

Cost Accountant | East Lansing, MI

Salary Range: $71,000 - $105,000 depending on experience

Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding opportunity in {{role_field}}? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to building meaningful connections in manufacturing.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. 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.

Opportunity

We are working with companies in East Lansing that are adding Cost Accountants to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you’re looking for.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain standard product costs.
• Analyze manufacturing variances and provide detailed explanations.
• Prepare cost of goods sold and inventory reconciliations.
• Support the annual budgeting and forecasting processes for manufacturing costs.
• Identify cost reduction opportunities and track their implementation.
• Perform make-or-buy analysis and other special cost studies.
• Ensure accuracy of inventory valuation and perpetual inventory records.

Recommended Qualifications

• Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Bonus Qualifications

• Additional certifications or training

Job Titles That Should Apply

• Cost Accountant
• Cost Analyst
• Financial Analyst - Costing
• Senior Cost Accountant
• Manager - Cost Accounting
• Cost Controller
• Product Cost Accountant
• Manufacturing Cost Accountant
• Inventory Cost Accountant
• Project Cost Accountant

Required Skills

• Resume
• Offers
• Accountants
• Inventory
• Cost Reduction
• Support
• Valuation
• Analysis
• Salary