Staff Accountant - Ann Arbor Area

The Pivot Group; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 57,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Ann Arbor, MI is actively connecting qualified Staff Accountants with manufacturing companies in Washtenaw County and nearby areas. This posting covers opportunities across the region, offering roles that emphasize accuracy, reporting, and collaboration.

Typical duties include fixed asset depreciation, journal entries, month-end close, bank reconciliations, AP/AR processing, inventory costing, and supporting audits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.
• 0–4 years of accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules.
• Assist with budget preparation and variance analysis.
• Prepare and post journal entries for month end close.
• Reconcile bank accounts and general ledger accounts.
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
• Assist with inventory accounting and cost of goods sold analysis.
• Prepare financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Support external audits by providing documentation and explanations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Accounting experience

Budgeting/Variance analysis

Journal entries

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

VLOOKUP

Job description

Job Description:

Staff Accountant | Ann Arbor, MI

Salary Range: $57,000 - $87,000 depending on experience

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for excelling as a staff accountant? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building meaningful connections and supporting community growth. We collaborate with leading companies in the Ann Arbor area seeking experienced Staff Accountants to drive results.

We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan's manufacturing regions. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

This posting covers Staff Accountant opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Ann Arbor in Washtenaw County, within about 30 minutes of the city, including Whitmore Lake, Ypsilanti, Saline, and Belleville.

The Opportunity

We work with companies in the Ann Arbor area that add Staff Accountants 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.

Usual Responsibilities

• Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules.
• Assist with budget preparation and variance analysis.
• Prepare and post journal entries for month end close.
• Reconcile bank accounts and general ledger accounts.
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
• Assist with inventory accounting and cost of goods sold analysis.
• Prepare financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Support external audits by providing documentation and explanations.

Recommended Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.
• to 4 years of accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.

Bonus Qualifications

• Familiarity with SOX compliance and internal controls.
• Advanced Excel skills including pivot tables and VLOOKUP.
• CPA or CMA certification or progress toward certification.
• Experience with cost accounting and inventory valuation.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Cost Accountant, Junior Accountant, Accounting Associate, Financial Accountant, Manufacturing Accountant, Inventory Accountant, Fixed Asset Accountant, Accounting Analyst, General Accountant

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network 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. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

Required Skills:

• Vlookup
• Advanced Excel
• Inventory
• Valuation
• Support
• Pivot Tables
• Search
• Journal Entries
• Accounts Receivable
• Variance Analysis
• Authorization
• Accounts Payable
• General Ledger
• Salary
• Hiring
• Analysis
• ERP
• Partnerships
• Internal Controls
• Recruiting
• Compliance
• Compensation
• Financial Statements
• Financial Reporting
• Manufacturing
• Attention To Detail
• Communication Skills
• Records
• Excel
• Preparation
• Accounting
• Finance
• Documentation
• Microsoft Excel
• Communication

Salary Package: $ 57,000.00 - 87,000.00 (US Dollar)