Accounts Payable / Receivable Specialist | Whitehall, MI

Salary Range: $46,000 - $68,000 depending on experience

Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding opportunity in accounts payable / receivable specialist? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to building meaningful connections in manufacturing. We partner with leading companies in the Whitehall area seeking Accounts Payable / Receivable Specialists.

We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan's manufacturing regions. 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.

This posting covers Accounts Payable / Receivable Specialist opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Whitehall in Muskegon County, within about 30 minutes of the city.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Whitehall region seeking Accounts Payable / Receivable Specialists. 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.

Usual Responsibilities

• Prepare and run weekly check and electronic payment runs.
• Apply customer payments to open invoices and reconcile cash receipts.
• Research and resolve invoice discrepancies with vendors and internal departments.
• Prepare accounts receivable aging reports and follow up on past due balances.
• Reconcile vendor statements and monthly AP and AR ledger accounts.
• Maintain vendor and customer master files and supporting documentation.
• Process vendor invoices and match them to purchase orders and receiving records.
• Enter invoices and payment data into the accounting system.

Recommended Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree in accounting or business preferred.
• Two or more years of accounts payable or accounts receivable experience, ideally in manufacturing.
• Working knowledge of three-way matching and standard AP and AR cycles.
• Proficiency with ERP or accounting software and intermediate Excel skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy with high volume transaction processing.
• Clear written and verbal communication for vendor and internal follow up.

Bonus Qualifications

• Familiarity with sales and use tax and 1099 reporting.
• Associate or bachelor degree in accounting, finance, or business.
• Prior experience in a plant or production environment.
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Epicor.
• Exposure to cost accounting or inventory related transactions.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Accounts Payable Clerk, Accounts Receivable Clerk, AP AR Specialist, Accounting Clerk, Billing Specialist, Accounts Payable Coordinator, Accounts Receivable Analyst, Accounting Associate, Accounts Payable Specialist, Accounts Receivable Specialist

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.

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.