Bookkeeper

Midwestpressandautomation; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

401(k) with a generous company match

Paid vacation & holidays

Job summary

Midwest Press & Automation LLC (MPA) in Michigan is seeking a full-time Bookkeeper to maintain precise financial records, process invoices, payments, and journal entries, and support accounts payable/receivable. The role involves bank reconciliations, inventory tracking, payroll support with Paychex, and assisting month-end and year-end closings, audits, and internal controls.

Qualifications include an associate or bachelor’s in accounting or business or 3–5 years of experience; proficiency in

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting or business preferred; 3–5 years of experience acceptable.
• Certified Bookkeeper or Certified Public Bookkeeper preferred but not required; not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Record daily financial transactions including invoices, payments, receipts, and journal entries.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and general ledger accounts.
• Maintain accurate records of inventory transactions and assist with inventory tracking.
• Support payroll processing by calculating hours, tracking deductions, and issuing employee payments using Paychex.
• Prepare, maintain, and organize financial reports, including cash transactions and expense tracking.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Maintain vendor and customer records, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Monitor and follow up on outstanding invoices and discrepancies.
• Assist with audits by providing requested documentation.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies.
• Collaborate with management to track costs and support budget monitoring.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Google Sheets

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in accounting or business

Tools

QuickBooks Online

ERP systems

Job description

Midwest Press & Automation LLC (MPA) is a fast-paced, rapidly growing company servicing the metal forming industry. We are looking for a full time Bookkeeper.

Requirements

• Preferred: An associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting or business
• Or 3-5 years of experience in the field. Certifications - Certified Bookkeeper or Certified Public Bookkeeper preferred but not required
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Sheets
• Understanding Quickbooks Online and ability to navigate in ERP systems

Job Functions

• Record precise, daily financial transactions, including invoices, payments, receipts, and journal entries
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable functions
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and general ledger accounts
• Maintain accurate records of inventory transactions and assist with inventory tracking
• Support payroll processing by calculating hours, tracking deductions, and issuing employee payments utilizing Paychex
• Prepare, maintain, and organize financial reports, including cash transactions and expense tracking
• Assist with month‑end and year‑end closing activities
• Maintain vendor and customer records, ensuring accuracy and completeness
• Monitor and follow up on outstanding invoices and discrepancies
• Assist with audits by providing requested documentation
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies
• Collaborate with management to track costs and support budget monitoring

Benefits we offer:

• Medical, dental and vision plans
• 401(k) with a generous company match
• Paid vacation & holidays