Manufacturing Cost Accountant - Optimize Costs & Budgets

The Pivot Group; Portage (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group in Portage, MI is looking for an experienced Cost Accountant to analyze costs, prepare budgets, and help drive financial efficiency. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and at least 3 years of experience in cost accounting, preferably in a manufacturing setting. The salary range is $65,000 to $98,000, determined by experience. Strong ERP system knowledge and advanced Excel skills are required. Join a team that values fit and quality in hiring.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 3+ years of cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory valuation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain standard product costs.
• Analyze manufacturing variances and report on root causes.
• Prepare detailed cost forecasts and budgets for production.
• Identify cost reduction opportunities and track their implementation.

Skills

Cost Reduction

Variance Analysis

ERP Systems

Excel

Accounting

Finance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

3+ years of cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The Pivot Group in Portage, MI is looking for an experienced Cost Accountant to analyze costs, prepare budgets, and help drive financial efficiency. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and at least 3 years of experience in cost accounting, preferably in a manufacturing setting. The salary range is $65,000 to $98,000, determined by experience. Strong ERP system knowledge and advanced Excel skills are required. Join a team that values fit and quality in hiring.