Staff Accountant | Battle Creek, MI

Salary Range: $62,000 - $92,000 depending on experience

Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding opportunity in {{role_field}}? The Pivot Group is committed to building meaningful connections in manufacturing. We partner with leading companies in Battle Creek seeking Staff Accountants.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across Battle Creek seeking Staff Accountants who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts, including bank reconciliations, fixed assets, and inventory.
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Support the month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Participate in cost accounting activities, including inventory valuation and variance analysis.
• Assist with internal and external audits by providing requested documentation and explanations.
• Maintain and update accounting records and ledgers in accordance with GAAP.
• Prepare journal entries and perform general ledger account analysis.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 3-5 years of accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks) and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and cost accounting principles.
• Experience with inventory valuation and cost of goods sold (COGS) calculations.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Bonus Qualifications

• - Experience with ERP systems commonly used in manufacturing (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics)
• - Understanding of inventory costing methods (e.g., standard costing, FIFO, LIFO)
• - Familiarity with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) internal control requirements
• - Certification (e.g., CPA, CMA, CPIM)

Job Titles That Should Apply

Staff Accountant, Senior Accountant, Junior Accountant, Assistant Accountant, Senior Staff Accountant, Accounting Associate, General Ledger Accountant, Corporate Accountant, Financial Accountant, Certified Public Accountant (CPA

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.