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

• Develop and maintain standard costs for materials, labor, and overhead.
• Analyze production costs, variances, and profitability reports.
• Perform inventory valuation and reconcile physical inventory counts.
• Prepare detailed cost reports for management, highlighting trends and opportunities.
• Assist in the annual budgeting and forecasting processes related to manufacturing costs.
• Identify and analyze cost reduction opportunities and efficiency improvements.
• Monitor and review bills of material (BOMs) and routings for accuracy.

Recommended Qualifications

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

Bonus Qualifications

• Certified Management Accountant (CMA) designation
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)
• Lean manufacturing or Six Sigma certification/experience
• Advanced SQL skills for data extraction and analysis

Job Titles That Should Apply

Cost Accountant, Cost Analyst, Senior Cost Accountant, Manufacturing Cost Accountant, Operations Cost Analyst, Product Cost Accountant, Management Accountant, Financial Analyst (Costing), 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.