Cost Accountant - Monroe Area

Job Description Cost Accountant | Monroe, MI Salary Range: $67,000 - $101,000 depending on experience Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for analyzing costs and driving financial efficiency? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We collaborate with leading companies in the Monroe area seeking experienced Cost Accountants. This posting covers Cost Accountant opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Monroe in Monroe County, within about 45 minutes of the city, including Dundee, Flat Rock, Carleton, and Rockwood. The Opportunity We work with companies in the Monroe area that add Cost Accountants to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for. Usual Responsibilities Perform month end close activities including inventory reconciliations and journal entries. Review bills of materials and routings for accuracy and cost impact. Support physical inventory counts and cycle count programs. Prepare cost reports and margin analysis by product line. Assist with budgeting and forecasting for production costs. Investigate cost discrepancies and recommend corrective actions. Prepare and maintain standard costs for materials, labor, and overhead. Analyze manufacturing variances and report findings to operations and finance leaders. Recommended Qualifications Bachelor degree in accounting, finance, or related field. Two or more years of cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment. Strong knowledge of standard costing and variance analysis. Proficiency with ERP systems and advanced spreadsheet skills. Understanding of inventory valuation and month end close processes. Ability to communicate cost data clearly to non financial teams. Bonus Qualifications Experience with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement initiatives. Familiarity with activity based costing methods. Exposure to audit support and internal controls. Experience with data visualization or reporting tools. CPA or CMA certification. Job Titles That Should Apply Cost Analyst, Financial Analyst Manufacturing, Accounting Analyst, Senior Cost Accountant, Standard Cost Analyst, Operations Accountant, Manufacturing Accountant, Plant Accountant, Inventory Accountant Work Authorization Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available. Why The Pivot Group Network The Pivot Group Network 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. Required Skills Reports Data Inventory Valuation Support Search Lean Manufacturing Journal Entries Variance Analysis Authorization Driving Salary Operations Visualization Hiring Analysis ERP Partnerships Internal Controls Corrective Actions Recruiting Compensation Data Visualization Continuous Improvement Manufacturing Forecasting Budgeting Materials Preparation Accounting Finance Salary Package $ 67,000.00 - 101,000.00 (US Dollar) #J-18808-Ljbffr The Pivot Group