Cost Accountant - Saginaw Area

The Pivot Group; Saginaw (MI); On-site; USD 69,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Michigan connects manufacturers with skilled Cost Accountants in and around Saginaw. This role focuses on standard costing, variance analysis, and cost reporting to support manufacturing operations.

Join a network that targets long-term fit and collaborates closely with operations and finance teams. Ideal candidates will hold a bachelor's degree in accounting or related field and bring 2+ years of cost accounting experience in manufacturing, with strong ERP and Excel

Qualifications

• Bachelor's 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

• 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.
• Prepare cost reports and margin analysis by product line.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting for production costs.
• Investigate cost discrepancies and recommend corrective actions.

Skills

Cost accounting

Standard costing

Variance analysis

ERP systems

Spreadsheet skills

Inventory valuation

Month end close

Cost data communication

Education

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

Tools

ERP software

Excel

Data visualization tools

Job description

Job Description:

The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We collaborate with companies in the Saginaw area seeking experienced Cost Accountants.

Cost Accountant | Saginaw, MI

Salary Range:

$69,000 - $103,000 depending on experience

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 Saginaw in Saginaw County, within about 45 minutes of the city, including Bay City, Midland, Frankenmuth, and Hemlock.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with multiple companies in the Saginaw 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 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.
• Prepare cost reports and margin analysis by product line.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting for production costs.
• Investigate cost discrepancies and recommend corrective actions.

Recommended 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.

Bonus Qualifications

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

Job Titles That Should Apply

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

Why The Pivot Group Network

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:

• Reports
• Data
• Inventory
• Valuation
• Support
• Search
• Lean Manufacturing
• Access
• Journal Entries
• Variance Analysis
• Driving
• Salary
• Operations
• Visualization
• Hiring
• Analysis
• ERP
• Partnerships
• Internal Controls
• Corrective Actions
• Recruiting
• Compensation
• Data Visualization
• Continuous Improvement
• Manufacturing
• Forecasting
• Budgeting
• Materials
• Preparation
• Accounting
• Finance

Salary Package:

$ 69,000.00 - 103,000.00 (US Dollar)