Cost Accountant - Muskegon Area

Cost Accountant | Muskegon, MI Salary Range: $63,000 - $96,000 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 Muskegon seeking Cost Accountants to lead and enhance their operations. The Opportunity We are partnering with organizations in Muskegon that are seeking Cost Accountants. These companies are committed to building strong teams and are looking for professionals who can lead initiatives effectively. By connecting with Pivot Group, you position yourself for roles that match your background and aspirations. Key Responsibilities Analyze manufacturing costs, production variances, and profitability drivers. Develop, maintain, and update standard costs for raw materials, labor, and overhead. Perform inventory valuation, reconciliation, and obsolescence analysis. Conduct detailed variance analysis (e.g., material price, labor efficiency, overhead spending) and report findings. Support the budgeting and forecasting processes specifically for production and operational costs. Prepare and present cost-related reports and insights to management for decision-making. Identify and recommend cost reduction opportunities and process improvements within manufacturing operations. Recommended Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. 3-5 years of cost accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment. Advanced proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and Microsoft Excel. Strong understanding of standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory valuation. Proven ability to analyze production costs and identify cost-saving opportunities. Bonus Qualifications Experience with Lean Manufacturing principles or Six Sigma methodologies. Proficiency with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau). Advanced proficiency in specific ERP costing modules (e.g., SAP CO, Oracle Cost Management). Demonstrated ability to develop and automate reports using VBA or similar scripting languages. Prior experience in a specific manufacturing sector (e.g., automotive, aerospace, food processing). Job Titles That Should Apply Cost Accountant, Senior Cost Accountant, Cost Analyst, Manufacturing Cost Accountant, Product Cost Accountant, Management Accountant, Cost Control Specialist, Inventory Cost Accountant 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.