Cost Accountant - Wayland Area

Cost Accountant | Wayland, MI Salary Range: $69,000 - $103,000 depending on experience Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for analyzing costs and driving financial efficiency? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in Wayland seeking experienced Cost Accountants. The Opportunity We partner with manufacturers across Wayland seeking Cost Accountants who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit. Key Responsibilities Analyze manufacturing costs, variances, and profitability. Develop and maintain standard costs for raw materials, labor, and overhead. Perform detailed variance analysis for production costs, explaining deviations. Manage inventory costing and valuation, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Prepare regular cost reports and financial statements for management review. Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes related to production expenditures. Identify and recommend cost reduction opportunities and efficiency improvements. Recommended Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance. 3+ years of cost accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment. Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced Microsoft Excel. Strong understanding of standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory valuation. Ability to analyze complex financial data and provide actionable insights. Bonus Qualifications Advanced Excel skills (e.g., Power Query, VBA) or experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies Professional certification such as CMA (Certified Management Accountant) SQL proficiency for data extraction and analysis Job Titles That Should Apply Cost Accountant, Cost Analyst, Senior Cost Accountant, Management Accountant, Manufacturing Cost Accountant, Product Cost Accountant, Cost Accounting Analyst, 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.