Bookkeeper | Newaygo, MI

Salary Range: $47,000 - $67,000 depending on experience

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for maintaining accurate financial records and supporting business operations? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in Newaygo seeking experienced Bookkeepers.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Newaygo region seeking Bookkeepers. 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

• Manage accounts payable, including processing invoices and vendor payments.
• Handle accounts receivable, including customer invoicing and payment application.
• Perform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations.
• Process payroll and ensure compliance with related tax regulations.
• Maintain accurate general ledger accounts and prepare journal entries.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures.
• Reconcile inventory accounts and support costing related to production materials.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proficiency in general ledger management, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations.
• Solid understanding of inventory valuation methods and cost accounting principles relevant to manufacturing.
• Minimum of 3 years of bookkeeping experience, preferably within a manufacturing or production environment.
• Demonstrated experience with ERP systems or specialized manufacturing accounting software.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail in financial record-keeping.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and standard accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP Business One).

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with ERP systems commonly used in manufacturing environments (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite).
• Understanding of inventory costing methods (e.g., standard costing, FIFO) and their impact on financial reporting.
• Familiarity with job costing or activity-based costing principles.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Bookkeeper, Accounting Clerk, Accounting Assistant, Junior Accountant, Accounts Payable Clerk, Accounts Receivable Clerk

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.