Bookkeeper / Office Manager | Whitehall, MI

Salary Range: $49,000 - $76,000 depending on experience

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for excelling in bookkeeper / office manager? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in Whitehall seeking experienced Bookkeeper / Office Managers.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Whitehall region seeking Bookkeeper / Office Managers. 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 full cycle accounts payable and receivable, including invoicing, collections, and vendor payments.
• Process bi-weekly or monthly payroll for all employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Perform bank and credit card reconciliations, maintaining accurate general ledger accounts.
• Oversee general office administration, including supply management, equipment maintenance, and facility coordination.
• Maintain confidential employee records and assist with HR administrative tasks such as onboarding and benefits.
• Generate routine financial reports (e.g., P&L, balance sheet) and support month-end closing procedures.
• Provide administrative support to the manufacturing team, including data entry for production or inventory records as needed.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proficient in full-cycle bookkeeping, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger, payroll processing, and bank reconciliations.
• Strong proficiency with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Demonstrated experience supporting financial and administrative operations within a manufacturing or production environment.
• Proven ability to manage office operations, including administrative support, vendor relations, and supply chain coordination.
• Capability to assist with month-end close processes, generate basic financial reports, and ensure compliance with financial procedures.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with manufacturing ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Epicor).
• Familiarity with basic cost accounting principles (e.g., job costing, standard costing).
• Prior experience with inventory management and reconciliation in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience managing HR/payroll for a production workforce.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Bookkeeper, Office Manager, Accounting Assistant, Administrative Assistant, Office Administrator, Financial Administrator, Business Administrator, Office Coordinator, Accounting Clerk, Operations Coordinator

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.