Staff Accountant | Grand Haven, MI

Salary Range: $53,000 - $83,000 depending on experience

Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for excelling in staff accountant? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Grand Haven seeking Staff Accountants to lead and enhance their operations.

The Opportunity

We are collaborating with manufacturing firms in Grand Haven that are seeking skilled Staff Accountants. These organizations are dedicated to maintaining high standards and are looking for professionals who can contribute effectively. By joining our network, you position yourself for opportunities aligned with your career goals.

Key Responsibilities

• - Prepare and review journal entries, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation.
• - Reconcile balance sheet accounts, including bank statements, accounts receivable, and accounts payable.
• - Assist with the month-end and year-end close processes, including variance analysis.
• - Support the development and maintenance of internal controls to safeguard company assets.
• - Collaborate with production and inventory teams to ensure accurate cost accounting and inventory valuation.
• - Assist in the preparation of financial statements and management reports.
• - Participate in audits, providing necessary documentation and explanations to internal and external auditors.
• - Ensure compliance with relevant accounting principles and company policies.

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, NetSuite) and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong understanding of cost accounting principles and inventory valuation methods.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Bonus Qualifications

• - Experience with ERP systems commonly used in manufacturing (e.g., SAP, Oracle NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics 365).
• - Familiarity with cost accounting principles and methods in a manufacturing environment.
• - Proficiency in advanced Excel functions (e.g., VLOOKUP, INDEX/MATCH, PivotTables) for data analysis.
• - Knowledge of inventory valuation methods (e.g., FIFO, LIFO, Weighted-Average).

Job Titles That Should Apply

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