Cost Accountant - Manufacturing (Muskegon Area)

The Pivot Group Careers; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network is seeking a Cost Accountant for opportunities in Muskegon, MI. This role focuses on cost analysis, standard costing, and margin reporting for manufacturing operations.

The company partners with multiple manufacturers in the Muskegon area to connect skilled cost accounting professionals with permanent or long-term roles. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance and at least two years of cost accounting experience in manufacturing, along with

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• Two or more years of cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of standard costing and variance analysis.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and advanced spreadsheet skills.
• Understanding of inventory valuation and month end close processes.
• Ability to communicate cost data clearly to non financial teams.

Responsibilities

• Support physical inventory counts and cycle count programs.
• Prepare cost reports and margin analysis by product line.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting for production costs.
• Investigate cost discrepancies and recommend corrective actions.
• Prepare and maintain standard costs for materials, labor, and overhead.
• Analyze manufacturing variances and report findings to operations and finance leaders.
• Perform month end close activities including inventory reconciliations and journal entries.
• Review bills of materials and routings for accuracy and cost impact.

Skills

Cost accounting

Budgeting and forecasting

Variance analysis

Communication with non-financial teams

Financial reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Advanced spreadsheet skills

SAP

Oracle

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

The Pivot Group Network is seeking a Cost Accountant for opportunities in Muskegon, MI. This role focuses on cost analysis, standard costing, and margin reporting for manufacturing operations.

The company partners with multiple manufacturers in the Muskegon area to connect skilled cost accounting professionals with permanent or long-term roles. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance and at least two years of cost accounting experience in manufacturing, along with