Bookkeeper - Manistee Area

Bookkeeper | Manistee, MI

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

Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding opportunity in {{role_field}}? The Pivot Group is committed to building meaningful connections in manufacturing. We partner with leading companies in Manistee seeking Bookkeepers.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in Manistee that are adding Bookkeepers 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

• Manage accounts payable and receivable, including invoicing, collections, and vendor payments.
• Process payroll, ensuring accurate calculation of wages, deductions, and tax withholdings.
• Perform daily bank and credit card reconciliations, identifying and resolving discrepancies.
• Maintain the general ledger, posting journal entries, and ensuring data integrity.
• Track and reconcile inventory costs and manufacturing-related expenses.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close procedures and financial statement preparation.
• Prepare and submit sales tax and other relevant tax filings.

Recommended Qualifications

• Experience in bookkeeping, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, ERP systems) and advanced Microsoft Excel.
• Strong understanding of cost accounting principles and inventory valuation.
• Demonstrated ability to manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger.
• Experience with financial reporting, bank reconciliations, and month-end close processes.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with ERP systems common in manufacturing (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Epicor)
• Basic understanding of cost accounting principles (e.g., COGS, inventory valuation)
• Familiarity with inventory management processes and their financial impact
• Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., advanced Excel, Power BI) for operational insights

Job Titles That Should Apply

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