Bookkeeper / Office Manager | Paw Paw, MI

Salary Range: $54,000 - $81,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for excelling in bookkeeper / office manager? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We are collaborating with companies in Paw Paw seeking experienced Bookkeeper / Office Managers.

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 are working with companies in Paw Paw that are adding Bookkeeper / Office Managers 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.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger.
• Process payroll, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and timely tax filings.
• Reconcile bank statements and other financial accounts monthly.
• Manage office supplies and equipment, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.
• Coordinate and schedule appointments, meetings, and travel arrangements for management.
• Assist with human resources administrative tasks, such as onboarding new employees and maintaining personnel files.
• Prepare and submit various reports, including sales tax filings and other regulatory documents.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proven experience with full-cycle bookkeeping, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP B1) and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, for financial reporting and analysis.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills, capable of managing office operations, scheduling, and maintaining efficient record-keeping systems.
• Ability to perform payroll processing, reconcile bank statements, and assist with month-end close procedures.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective interaction with vendors, clients, and internal staff.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with job costing or project accounting.
• Familiarity with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems like SAP or NetSuite.
• Proficiency in advanced Excel functions (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, macros).
• Experience with inventory management and reconciliation.
• Knowledge of manufacturing-specific tax regulations or incentives.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Bookkeeper, Office Manager, Administrative Assistant, Accounting Assistant, Office Administrator, Financial Assistant, Accounts Payable Clerk, Accounts Receivable Clerk, Office Coordinator, Administrative Manager

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.