Cost Accountant - Lansing Area

Cost Accountant | Lansing, MI

Salary Range: $70,000 - $104,000 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 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 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.