Cost Accountant - Rockford Area

Salary Range: $69,000 - $103,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for analyzing costs and driving financial efficiency? The Pivot Group is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We are collaborating with companies in Rockford seeking experienced Cost Accountants.

We are collaborating with multiple companies in Rockford seeking experienced Cost Accountants. These organizations value long-term fit and are looking for professionals who bring both skill and alignment. By joining our network, you gain access to opportunities tailored to your goals.

• Analyze manufacturing costs, production variances, and profitability drivers.
• Develop and maintain standard costs for materials, labor, and overhead.
• Manage inventory valuation, reconciliation, and obsolescence analysis.
• Prepare detailed cost reports, margin analysis, and variance explanations.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes related to production costs.
• Identify and recommend cost-saving opportunities and efficiency improvements.
• Participate in month-end close activities for inventory and cost of goods sold.

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

• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Proficiency in SQL for data extraction and analysis.
• Certified Management Accountant (CMA) designation or actively pursuing.
• Experience with a specific manufacturing ERP module (e.g., SAP CO, Oracle Cost Management).

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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.