Bookkeeper - Allendale Area

Bookkeeper | Allendale, MI

Salary Range: $52,000 - $74,000 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 Allendale seeking experienced Bookkeepers.

The Opportunity

We are collaborating with multiple companies in Allendale seeking experienced Bookkeepers. These organizations value long-term fit and are looking for professionals who bring both skill and alignment. By joining our network, you gain access to opportunities tailored to your goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable and receivable, ensuring accurate and timely transactions.
• Manage payroll processing, including deductions, benefits, and tax filings.
• Perform comprehensive bank and credit card reconciliations.
• Maintain the general ledger, ensuring accurate classification of all financial transactions.
• Assist with inventory valuation and the tracking of raw materials, WIP, and finished goods.
• Support the calculation and analysis of Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) and manufacturing overhead.
• Prepare basic financial reports and assist with month-end closing procedures.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proven experience managing general ledger, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
• Proficiency with accounting software and ERP systems commonly used in manufacturing environments.
• Solid understanding of inventory valuation, cost accounting, and job costing principles.
• Experience reconciling bank statements, general ledger accounts, and preparing financial reports.
• Familiarity with manufacturing specific transactions and expense categorization.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial record-keeping.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with inventory and cost accounting principles
• Familiarity with ERP systems common in manufacturing (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite)
• Understanding of manufacturing-specific financial metrics and KPIs
• Experience with job costing or project accounting

Job Titles That Should Apply

Bookkeeper, Accounting Clerk, Financial Assistant, Accounting Assistant, Accounts Payable Specialist, Accounts Receivable Specialist, Payroll Administrator, 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.