Manufacturing Staff Accountant — Close, GAAP & Analytics

the-pivot-group-careers; Hudsonville (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network is partnering with Hudsonville-based employers to connect qualified Staff Accountants with manufacturing-focused opportunities in West Michigan. This role focuses on GAAP accounting, journal entries, and close processes, with collaboration across production teams and audits.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance and 2+ years of accounting experience, including inventory costing, with strong Excel and ERP software skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 2+ years of experience in a Staff Accountant role, preferably in manufacturing
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle)
• Experience with inventory costing and analysis

Responsibilities

• Reconcile general ledger accounts, including bank statements and various balance sheet accounts.
• Prepare and post journal entries, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting principles.
• Assist in the month-end and year-end close processes, including preparing supporting schedules and analyses.
• Process accounts payable invoices and ensure timely vendor payments.
• Maintain fixed asset records, including additions, disposals, and depreciation calculations.
• Support inventory costing and valuation, including variance analysis and adjustments.
• Collaborate with production and operations teams to gather financial data and improve reporting.
• Assist with internal and external audits by providing requested documentation and explanations.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Excel

Accounting software

Inventory costing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

The Pivot Group Network is partnering with Hudsonville-based employers to connect qualified Staff Accountants with manufacturing-focused opportunities in West Michigan. This role focuses on GAAP accounting, journal entries, and close processes, with collaboration across production teams and audits.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance and 2+ years of accounting experience, including inventory costing, with strong Excel and ERP software skills.