Staff Accountant | Ludington, MI

Salary Range: $59,000 - $89,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for excelling in staff accountant? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We are collaborating with companies in Ludington seeking experienced Staff Accountants.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in Ludington that are adding Staff Accountants 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

• Reconcile bank statements and general ledger accounts.
• Prepare and record journal entries for accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll.
• Assist in the month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Support the preparation of financial statements and management reports.
• Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting policies.
• Assist with inventory valuation and costing analysis.
• Participate in audits and provide necessary documentation.

Recommended Qualifications

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

Bonus Qualifications

• - Experience with ERP systems specific to manufacturing (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics 365).
• - Understanding of cost accounting principles and variance analysis in a manufacturing environment.
• - Familiarity with inventory valuation methods (FIFO, LIFO, Weighted Average) and their impact on financial statements.
• - Experience with standard costing and overhead allocation in a production setting.
• - Proficiency in using advanced Excel functions and data analysis tools for financial modeling and reporting.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Senior Staff Accountant, Junior Staff Accountant, Accounting Staff, Corporate Accountant, General Accountant, Financial Accountant, Assistant Accountant, Accounting Associate, Bookkeeper, Accounts Payable Clerk, Accounts Receivable Clerk, Payroll 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.