Bookkeeper - St. Johns Area

Bookkeeper | St. Johns, MI

Salary Range: $49,000 - $70,000 depending on experience

Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for maintaining accurate financial records and supporting business operations? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in St. Johns seeking Bookkeepers to lead and enhance their operations.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across St. Johns 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 for raw materials and operational expenses.
• Manage accounts receivable, including customer invoicing, payment application, and collections.
• Perform monthly bank and credit card statement reconciliations.
• Maintain the general ledger by accurately posting journal entries and ensuring proper account classification.
• Assist with inventory valuation, costing, and reconciliation processes in coordination with production.
• Prepare basic financial reports, such as income statements and balance sheets.
• Support payroll processing and maintain related employee records.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proven experience as a bookkeeper, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of cost accounting principles and inventory management.
• Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., SAP, NetSuite, QuickBooks) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Solid knowledge of GAAP and experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll.
• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with ERP systems common in manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with inventory costing methods (e.g., LIFO, FIFO, Weighted-Average).
• Understanding of job costing or standard costing principles.
• Ability to assist with budget preparation and variance analysis.

Job Titles That Should Apply

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

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.