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Cost Accountant Lansing AreaThe Pivot Group Network • Lansing, Illinois, USA
Cost Accountant Lansing Area

Cost Accountant Lansing Area

The Pivot Group Network • Lansing, Illinois, USA
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Cost Accountant Lansing MI

Salary Range : $70000 - $104000 depending on experience

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for analyzing costs and driving financial efficiency The Pivot Group is dedicated to building meaningful connections and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Lansing seeking experienced Cost Accountants to drive results.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across Lansing 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

  • Develop and maintain standard costs for raw materials labor and manufacturing overhead.
  • Analyze production costs variances and profitability reports.
  • Perform inventory valuation reconciliation and obsolescence analysis.
  • Prepare cost of goods sold (COGS) calculations and margin analysis.
  • Assist in the preparation of manufacturing budgets and cost forecasts.
  • Investigate and explain cost variances identifying root causes and recommending corrective actions.
  • Support month-end close activities related to inventory production and cost of sales.

Recommended Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting Finance or a related field.
  • 3-5 years of cost accounting experience preferably in a manufacturing environment.
  • Strong understanding of GAAP and cost accounting principles (e.g. standard costing variance analysis).
  • Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g. SAP Oracle) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
  • Excellent analytical problem-solving and attention to detail skills.

    • Bonus Qualifications

  • Experience with specific ERP costing modules (e.g. SAP CO Oracle Cost Management).
  • Proficiency in data visualization tools (e.g. Power BI Tableau).
  • Lean manufacturing or Six Sigma experience / certification.
  • SQL proficiency for direct data extraction and analysis.

    • Job Titles That Should Apply

    Cost Accountant Cost Analyst Management Accountant Manufacturing Accountant Financial Analyst Inventory Accountant Budget Analyst Cost Accounting Specialist

    Why Pivot Group

    The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategicthey 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 searchmarket 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.

    Key Skills

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    Employment Type : Full Time

    Experience : years

    Vacancy : 1

    Yearly Salary Salary : 70000 - 104000

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