Accounts Payable / Receivable Specialist | DeWitt, MI

Salary Range: $49,000 - $72,000 depending on experience

Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for excelling in accounts payable / receivable specialist? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in DeWitt seeking Accounts Payable / Receivable Specialists to lead and enhance their operations.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across DeWitt seeking Accounts Payable / Receivable Specialists who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Key Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices accurately and in a timely manner, including coding and obtaining approvals.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies, ensuring accurate payment processing.
• Generate customer invoices, statements, and credit memos, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.
• Monitor accounts receivable aging, pursue collections, and resolve customer payment issues.
• Prepare and process weekly check runs, ACH payments, and wire transfers.
• Maintain accurate and organized financial records for both accounts payable and receivable.
• Assist with month-end closing activities related to accounts payable and receivable.

Recommended Qualifications

• Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with an ERP system like SAP or Oracle
• Familiarity with the manufacturing industry's specific accounting practices (e.g., inventory valuation, cost accounting)
• Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., advanced Excel functions, basic Power BI)
• Certification in accounts payable (e.g., CAPA) or accounts receivable (e.g., CARA)

Job Titles That Should Apply

Accounts Payable Specialist, Accounts Receivable Specialist, AP/AR Coordinator, Accounting Specialist, AP/AR Clerk, Accounts Payable Clerk, Accounts Receivable Clerk, Junior Accountant, Bookkeeper, Financial Administrator

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. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

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 at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network 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.