Cost Accountant - East Lansing Area

Job Description:

Cost Accountant |

East Lansing, MI Salary Range:

$71,000 - $105,000 depending on experience Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding opportunity in {{role_field}}? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to building meaningful connections in manufacturing. We partner with leading companies in East Lansing seeking 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 are working with companies in East Lansing that are adding Cost Accountants to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain standard product costs. Analyze manufacturing variances and provide detailed explanations. Prepare cost of goods sold and inventory reconciliations. Support the annual budgeting and forecasting processes for manufacturing costs. Identify cost reduction opportunities and track their implementation. Perform make-or-buy analysis and other special cost studies. Ensure accuracy of inventory valuation and perpetual inventory records. Recommended Qualifications Strong communication and problem-solving skills 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, Inventory Cost Accountant, Project 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.

Required Skills:

• Resume
• Offers
• Accountants
• Inventory
• Cost Reduction
• Support
• Valuation
• Analysis
• Salary
• Hiring
• Partnerships
• Recruiting
• Compensation
• Forecasting
• Manufacturing
• Budgeting
• Records
• Preparation
• Accounting
• Training

Communication Salary Package:

$ 71,000.00 - 105,000.00 (US Dollar)