Accounts Payable / Receivable Specialist | Walker, MI

Salary Range: $47,000 - $69,000 depending on experience

Are you a forward-thinking 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 in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in Walker seeking skilled Accounts Payable / Receivable Specialists.

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 partnering with organizations in Walker that are seeking Accounts Payable / Receivable Specialists. These companies are committed to building strong teams and are looking for professionals who can lead initiatives effectively. By connecting with The Pivot Group Network, you position yourself for roles that match your background and aspirations.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and reconcile vendor invoices, ensuring accurate coding and timely payments.
• Manage accounts receivable, including invoicing customers, posting payments, and following up on overdue accounts.
• Prepare and process weekly check runs, ACH payments, and wire transfers for vendor payments.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts related to accounts payable and receivable, identifying and resolving discrepancies.
• Assist with month-end closing activities, including preparing journal entries and reconciliations for AP/AR.
• Maintain vendor and customer master files, ensuring accuracy and completeness of information.
• Collaborate with purchasing and sales departments to resolve invoice discrepancies and payment issues.

Recommended Qualifications

• Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with ERP systems like SAP or Oracle.
• Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs.
• Familiarity with a Lean manufacturing environment.
• 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, Financial Operations Specialist, Accounting Assistant, Junior Accountant, Bookkeeper, Financial Administrator, Billing Specialist, Collections Specialist

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.