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Cost Accountant - Cadillac AreaThe Pivot Group • Michigan, United States
Cost Accountant - Cadillac Area

Cost Accountant - Cadillac Area

The Pivot Group • Michigan, United States
30+ days ago
Salary
$67,000.00 yearly
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description
Cost Accountant | Cadillac, MI Salary Range: $67,000 - $101,000 depending on experience Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for analyzing costs and driving financial efficiency? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in Cadillac seeking skilled Cost Accountants. The Opportunity We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Cadillac 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 Analyze and report on manufacturing variances (material, labor, overhead). Develop and maintain standard costs for raw materials, work-in-process, and finished goods. Perform inventory valuation, reconciliation, and obsolescence analysis. Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts related to production costs. Provide detailed product cost analysis to support pricing decisions and profitability reviews. Identify and recommend cost reduction opportunities and process improvements. Prepare month-end journal entries and reconciliations related to inventory and Cost of Goods Sold. Recommended Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. 3-5 years of cost accounting experience within a manufacturing environment. Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills. Strong understanding of GAAP, cost accounting principles, standard costing, and variance analysis. Demonstrated ability to analyze financial data and provide actionable insights for cost control and efficiency. Bonus Qualifications Experience with specific ERP modules for manufacturing costing (e.g., SAP CO-PC, Oracle Cost Management). Proficiency in data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) for presenting cost analysis. Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles and their impact on cost drivers. Advanced Excel skills, including VBA for complex modeling and automation. Job Titles That Should Apply Cost Analyst, Management Accountant, Senior Cost Accountant, Financial Analyst, Inventory Accountant, Product Cost Accountant, Manufacturing 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.
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