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Cost Accountant

CFS

Niles, MI

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$85,000–$100,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Analysis Skills, Automation, Budgeting, Communication Skills, Cost Accounting, Cost Allocation, Cost Analysis, Cost Control, Cost Reporting, Data Sets, Detail Oriented, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Management, Financial Operations, Financial Reporting, Forecasting, Inventory Costing, Inventory Costs, Inventory Reports, Inventory Transactions, Journal Entries, Leadership, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Analysis, Manufacturing Cost, Manufacturing Operations, Marginal Costing, Microsoft Excel, Operational Improvement, Performance Management, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Pricing, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Product Costing, Product Pricing, Profit & Loss, Profit & Loss Analysis, Reconciliation, Standard Costing, Strategic Planning, Supply Chain, Team Player, Transaction Processing/Management, Trend Analysis, Variance Analysis
LOCATION
Niles, MI
POSTED
3 days ago

Location: Niles, MI (Fully Onsite)
Salary: $85,000 – $100,000


About the Opportunity


We are seeking a highly analytical Cost Accountant to join a growing manufacturing organization in LaPorte, Indiana. This position plays a key role in partnering with operations and leadership to improve profitability through detailed cost analysis, margin reporting, pricing strategy, and forecasting. The ideal candidate enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and thrives on turning financial data into actionable business insights.


Key Responsibilities



  • Analyze manufacturing costs, margins, and production variances to identify trends, cost-saving opportunities, and operational improvements.

  • Prepare and maintain monthly cost reports, inventory analysis, standard costing, and financial reporting related to manufacturing operations.

  • Partner closely with operations, production, and supply chain teams to evaluate manufacturing performance, improve efficiencies, and optimize cost structures.

  • Support pricing strategy through profitability analysis, product costing, and margin evaluations to assist leadership with strategic decision-making.

  • Develop forecasts and assist with annual budgeting, providing detailed financial analysis and recommendations.

  • Monitor inventory transactions, manufacturing variances, and cost allocations while ensuring accurate financial reporting.

  • Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close activities related to inventory and cost accounting.

  • Identify opportunities for process improvements, automation, and enhanced financial reporting.


Qualifications



  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.

  • Minimum of 3 years of cost accounting experience within a manufacturing environment.

  • Strong background in margin analysis, variance reporting, standard costing, and inventory accounting.

  • Experience supporting pricing analysis and pricing strategy initiatives.

  • Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret large data sets and provide meaningful business insights.

  • Experience collaborating with operations and manufacturing leadership to improve financial and operational performance.

  • Proficiency with ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Excel.

  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to present financial information to both finance and operational teams.


What We're Looking For



  • Strong analytical mindset with exceptional attention to detail.

  • A collaborative professional who enjoys partnering with operations to drive business improvements.

  • Self-motivated, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

  • Someone who is curious, solutions-oriented, and passionate about improving profitability through financial analysis.



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About the Company

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CFS

Founded by CPA firms in 1994, Creative Financial Staffing has spent over 30 years helping job seekers and employers succeed. In fall 2025, we rebranded as CFS—a name that reflects our full range of expertise while staying true to the trusted company you know.

CFS is the industry’s leading employee-owned staffing firm, connecting top talent in accounting, finance, technology, and human resources. We provide skilled professionals on both a temporary and permanent basis across diverse industries, leveraging our extensive network to match the right people with the right opportunities.

Our dedication to excellence extends to our award-winning culture, recognized repeatedly for growth, recruiting, workplace environment, and employee support. Honors include Forbes’ “America’s Best Recruiting and Temporary Staffing Firms,” Staffing Industry Analysts’ top U.S. staffing rankings, FlexJobs’ Top 100 Companies for Remote and Hybrid Work, Top Workplaces USA, Newsweek’s Best Practices awards, and more.

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Financial Services
FOUNDED
1994
WEBSITE
http://www.cfstaffing.com/

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