Cost Accountant - Paw Paw Area

Cost Accountant | Paw Paw, MI

Salary Range: $63,000 - $96,000 depending on experience

Are you a dedicated professional with a passion for analyzing costs and driving financial efficiency? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We partner with leading manufacturing companies in Paw Paw, seeking experienced Cost Accountants to strengthen their teams.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Paw Paw 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 manufacturing costs and prepare detailed variance reports.
• Develop and maintain standard costs for materials, labor, and manufacturing overhead.
• Manage inventory valuation, reconciliation, and obsolescence for raw materials, WIP, and finished goods.
• Prepare and distribute regular cost reports, including product profitability analysis.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes related to production costs and capital expenditures.
• Identify and recommend cost reduction opportunities and process improvements within manufacturing operations.
• Participate in month-end close activities, including COGS calculation and inventory adjustments.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of cost accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong understanding of cost accounting principles, standard costing, and variance analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze financial data and provide insights for cost control and process improvement.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma principles
• Proficiency in SQL for data extraction and analysis
• Experience with advanced ERP module configuration or reporting (e.g., SAP CO, Oracle EBS)

Job Titles That Should Apply

Cost Accountant, Cost Analyst, Senior Cost Accountant, Manufacturing Cost Accountant, Product Cost Accountant, Inventory Cost Accountant, Cost Accounting Specialist, Management 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.