Cost Accountant | Allegan, MI

Salary Range: $65,000 - $98,000 depending on experience

Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for analyzing costs and driving financial efficiency? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Allegan seeking Cost Accountants to lead and enhance their operations.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Allegan region seeking Cost Accountants. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze and report on manufacturing costs, variances, and profitability.
• Develop and maintain standard costs for materials, labor, and overhead.
• Perform detailed variance analysis, investigating differences between actual and standard costs.
• Manage and reconcile inventory valuations (raw materials, WIP, finished goods).
• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts related to production costs.
• Calculate product costs and cost of goods sold for financial reporting.
• Identify and recommend cost reduction opportunities and efficiency improvements.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in cost accounting within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• In-depth understanding of standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory valuation methods.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze production costs, identify trends, and support budgeting/forecasting processes.
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) relevant to manufacturing operations.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with ERP system implementation or advanced module configuration (e.g., SAP CO, Oracle Manufacturing).
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Proficiency in data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) for presenting financial insights.
• Advanced financial modeling skills for forecasting and scenario analysis.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Cost Accountant, Cost Analyst, Management Accountant, Product Cost Accountant, Manufacturing Accountant, Inventory Accountant, Operations Accountant, Senior Cost Accountant, Financial Analyst (Cost Focus

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group 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.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.