Cost Accountant - Ludington Area

Cost Accountant | Ludington, MI

Salary Range: $67,000 - $100,000 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 Ludington seeking experienced Cost Accountants to drive results.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Ludington 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

• Develop and maintain standard costs for raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods.
• Analyze manufacturing costs and prepare periodic reports comparing standard costs to actual production costs.
• Perform variance analysis for material, labor, and overhead, investigating significant deviations.
• Manage inventory valuation, ensuring accurate costing and reconciliation.
• Assist in the preparation of the annual budget and periodic cost forecasts.
• Identify and recommend cost reduction initiatives and process improvements.
• Ensure the accuracy of cost data and adherence to internal control policies and procedures.

Recommended Qualifications

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

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma principles.
• Proficiency in business intelligence tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) or SQL.
• Demonstrated experience in leading or contributing to cost reduction and process improvement initiatives.
• SAP CO-PA or other advanced ERP costing module expertise.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Cost Accountant, Cost Analyst, Management Accountant, Financial Analyst, Budget Analyst, Cost Controller, Manufacturing Cost Accountant, Product Cost Accountant, Senior 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.