Bookkeeper | Allegan, MI

Salary Range: $48,000 - $69,000 depending on experience

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for maintaining accurate financial records and supporting business operations? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in Allegan seeking experienced Bookkeepers.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in Allegan that are adding Bookkeepers 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

• Manage accounts payable and receivable, including vendor invoices, customer billing, and collections.
• Process payroll, including timecard verification, deductions, and related tax filings.
• Perform monthly bank, credit card, and other account reconciliations.
• Maintain the general ledger, ensuring accurate classification of all financial transactions.
• Prepare basic financial statements such such as Profit & Loss and Balance Sheet.
• Assist with inventory costing and reconciliation processes specific to manufacturing.
• Track and reconcile fixed assets and associated depreciation schedules.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Bookkeeper, ideally within a manufacturing or production environment.
• Proficiency in managing accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger functions.
• Solid understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and fundamental manufacturing accounting concepts.
• Demonstrated proficiency with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage) and ERP systems.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and financial record-keeping.
• Ability to perform comprehensive bank, vendor, and inventory reconciliations.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with cost accounting principles (e.g., inventory valuation, COGS).
• Proficiency with ERP systems common in manufacturing (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite).
• Familiarity with inventory management and reconciliation processes.
• Experience tracking and depreciating fixed assets.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Bookkeeper, Accounts Clerk, Accounting Assistant, Financial Assistant, Payroll Specialist, Accounts Payable Clerk, Accounts Receivable Clerk, Junior Accountant

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.