Bookkeeper - Montague Area

Bookkeeper | Montague, MI

Salary Range: $45,000 - $65,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for maintaining accurate financial records and supporting business operations? The Pivot Group is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We are collaborating with companies in Montague seeking experienced Bookkeepers.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Montague region seeking Bookkeepers. 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.

Key Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable and receivable transactions.
• Manage payroll processing, including tax filings and benefits administration.
• Perform monthly bank and credit card account reconciliations.
• Maintain accurate general ledger entries and assist with month-end closing procedures.
• Track and reconcile inventory valuations for raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods.
• Monitor manufacturing cost allocations and assist with job costing data.
• Prepare and submit sales tax and other regulatory filings.

Recommended Qualifications

• Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and fundamental bookkeeping practices.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, NetSuite) and advanced Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with cost accounting principles, inventory valuation, and fixed asset management in a manufacturing setting.
• Proven ability to manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, and reconcile complex financial data.
• Demonstrated accuracy and attention to detail in financial record-keeping and month-end close processes.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with manufacturing ERP systems (e.g., SAP, NetSuite)
• Familiarity with cost accounting principles (e.g., job costing, standard costing)
• Understanding of inventory valuation and management in a production environment
• Experience with fixed asset management and depreciation for manufacturing equipment

Job Titles That Should Apply

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