Bookkeeper - Mattawan Area

Bookkeeper | Mattawan, MI

Salary Range: $45,000 - $65,000 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 Mattawan seeking Bookkeepers.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across Mattawan 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 for raw materials, supplies, and operational expenses.
• Manage accounts receivable, including invoicing for manufactured goods and collections.
• Perform accurate bank and credit card reconciliations.
• Maintain the general ledger, ensuring proper classification of manufacturing costs.
• Assist with inventory valuation and tracking of raw materials, WIP, and finished goods.
• Process payroll for all company employees, including hourly production staff.
• Prepare basic financial statements such as Profit & Loss and Balance Sheet.

Recommended Qualifications

• Strong understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), including general ledger, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
• Proven experience with cost accounting principles relevant to manufacturing, such as inventory valuation, work-in-progress, and COGS.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics) and advanced Microsoft Excel for data analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to perform accurate bank, vendor, and customer account reconciliations.
• Minimum 3-5 years of bookkeeping experience, with a strong preference for background in the manufacturing sector.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with manufacturing-specific ERP systems (e.g., SAP Business One, Epicor, NetSuite).
• Familiarity with inventory costing methods (e.g., FIFO, weighted-average) in a production environment.
• Understanding of manufacturing cost accounting principles (e.g., job costing, standard costing).
• Ability to analyze production variances and contribute to cost control efforts.

Job Titles That Should Apply

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