Bookkeeper | Kalamazoo, MI

Salary Range: $52,000 - $74,000 depending on experience

Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for maintaining accurate financial records and supporting business operations? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in Kalamazoo seeking skilled Bookkeepers.

The Opportunity

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

Key Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable, including vendor invoices and payments.
• Manage accounts receivable, generating invoices and monitoring collections.
• Perform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations.
• Process bi-weekly or semi-monthly payroll and associated tax filings.
• Maintain general ledger accounts and post journal entries.
• Assist with month-end and year-end financial close procedures.
• Track and reconcile inventory-related costs and manufacturing expenses.

Recommended Qualifications

• 3+ years of bookkeeping experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, ERP systems) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Solid understanding of GAAP, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger reconciliation
• Familiarity with inventory costing, job costing, and financial reporting specific to manufacturing operations
• Demonstrated strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics)
• Basic understanding of manufacturing cost accounting principles (e.g., inventory valuation, WIP, COGS)
• Proficiency in advanced Excel for data analysis and reporting
• Familiarity with inventory management software integrations

Job Titles That Should Apply

Bookkeeper, Accounting Clerk, Accounts Payable Clerk, Accounts Receivable Clerk, Accounting Assistant, Junior Accountant, Finance Assistant

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.