Cost Accountant | St. Johns, MI

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

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for analyzing costs and driving financial efficiency? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in St. Johns seeking experienced Cost Accountants.

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 collaborate with manufacturing companies in the St. Johns 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

• Develop and maintain standard product costs.
• Analyze manufacturing variances (e.g., material, labor, overhead) and provide detailed explanations.
• Prepare cost of goods sold (COGS) and inventory valuations for financial reporting.
• Conduct make-or-buy analysis and provide recommendations.
• Assist in the annual budgeting and forecasting processes, focusing on cost components.
• Identify cost reduction opportunities and support their implementation.
• Reconcile inventory counts to the general ledger.

Recommended 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 methods.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced Excel skills.
• Ability to analyze complex financial data and provide actionable insights.

Bonus Qualifications

• Additional certifications or training

Job Titles That Should Apply

Cost Accountant, Cost Analyst, Financial Analyst - Costing, Senior Cost Accountant, Manager - Cost Accounting, Cost Controller, Product Cost Accountant, Manufacturing Cost 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.

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.