Cost Accountant – Newaygo Area

The Pivot Group Careers; Newaygo (MI); On-site; USD 66,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Careers seeks a Cost Accountant for opportunities in Newaygo, MI. This role focuses on cost reporting, margin analysis, budgeting, and standard costs for materials, labor, and overhead.

You will collaborate with operations and finance leadership to identify cost-saving opportunities and drive financial efficiency. Ideal candidates bring 2+ years in manufacturing cost accounting, strong ERP and Excel skills, and a solid grasp of standard costing and variance analysis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• Two or more years of cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 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.
• Strong knowledge of standard costing and variance analysis.

Responsibilities

• 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 leaders.
• Perform month end close activities including inventory reconciliations and journal entries.
• Review bills of materials and routings for cost impact.
• Support physical inventory counts and cycle count programs.

Skills

Cost accounting

Variance analysis

Financial analysis

Communication of cost data

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Data visualization

Budgeting

Forecasting

Excel

Power BI

Tableau

SAP

Oracle

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor degree in accounting, finance, or related field

Tools

ERP

Excel

Power BI

Tableau

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Job Description:

Cost Accountant | Newaygo, MI

Salary Range: $66,000 - $99,000 depending on experience

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for analyzing costs and driving financial efficiency? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building meaningful connections and supporting community growth. We collaborate with leading companies in the Newaygo area seeking experienced Cost Accountants to drive results.

We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan’s manufacturing regions. 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.

This posting covers Cost Accountant opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Newaygo in Newaygo County, within about 45 minutes of the city, including Big Rapids, Paris, Casnovia, and Grant.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with multiple companies in the Newaygo area seeking experienced Cost Accountants. These organizations value long-term fit and look for professionals who bring both skill and alignment. By joining our network, you gain access to opportunities tailored to your goals.

Usual Responsibilities

• 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.
• Support physical inventory counts and cycle count programs.

Recommended Qualifications

• 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.
• 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.

Bonus Qualifications

• CPA or CMA certification.
• Experience with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement initiatives.
• Familiarity with activity based costing methods.
• Exposure to audit support and internal controls.
• Experience with data visualization or reporting tools.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Manufacturing Accountant, Plant Accountant, Inventory Accountant, Cost Analyst, Financial Analyst Manufacturing, Accounting Analyst, Senior Cost Accountant, Standard Cost Analyst, Operations Accountant

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who’ve been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic - they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

Required Skills:

Resume Data Offers Accountants Inventory Cost Reduction Intelligence Support Modeling Capital Valuation Lean Manufacturing Driving Variance Analysis Six Sigma Operations Analysis ERP Salary Hiring Partnerships Recruiting Business Intelligence Compensation Optimization SAP Forecasting Manufacturing Tableau Budgeting Excel Power BI Oracle Preparation Accounting Finance Microsoft Excel Business Management

Salary Package:

$ 66,000.00 - 99,000.00 (US Dollar)