Cost Accountant | Muskegon, MI

Salary Range: $63,000 - $96,000 depending on experience

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

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. 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.

The Opportunity

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

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain standard product costs.
• Analyze manufacturing costs and prepare variance reports.
• Support the budgeting and forecasting processes for production costs.
• Perform inventory valuation and reconcile physical counts to the general ledger.
• Identify cost reduction opportunities and track their realization.
• Provide cost information for pricing decisions and profitability analysis.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 3+ years of cost accounting experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory valuation methods.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced Excel skills.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with ERP system implementation or optimization
• Advanced Excel modeling skills (e.g., VBA, Power Query)
• Certification in Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma
• Knowledge of Activity-Based Costing (ABC) principles
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)

Job Titles That Should Apply

Cost Accountant, Cost Analyst, Financial Accountant, Management Accountant, Senior Cost Accountant, Cost Controller, Pricing Analyst, Inventory Accountant, Accounting Analyst, Financial Analyst

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.

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 at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network 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.