Staff Accountant - Escanaba Area

The Pivot Group; Escanaba (MI); On-site; USD 62,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network seeks a skilled Staff Accountant for opportunities in and around Escanaba, Michigan. The role focuses on standard accounting processes across manufacturing environments, including asset management, journal entries, month-end close, and financial reporting.

Qualified candidates will have strong Excel skills, GAAP knowledge, and attention to detail. This position supports audit prep and budgeting activities, with a path toward increased responsibility in a manufacturing

Qualifications

• to 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.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.

Responsibilities

• Support external audits by providing documentation and explanations.
• 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.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Vlookup

Pivot Tables

Inventory

Accounts Receivable

Accounts Payable

General Ledger

Journal Entries

Variance Analysis

ERP

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Description:

Staff Accountant | Escanaba, MI

Salary Range:

$62,000 - $92,000 depending on experience

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for excelling as a staff accountant? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We collaborate with leading companies in the Escanaba area seeking experienced Staff Accountants.

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 Escanaba in Delta County, within about 45 minutes of the city, including Gladstone, Bark River, and Cedarville.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing firms in the Escanaba area that seek skilled Staff Accountants. These organizations are dedicated to maintaining high standards and look for professionals who can contribute effectively. By joining our network, you position yourself for opportunities aligned with your career goals.

Usual Responsibilities

• Support external audits by providing documentation and explanations.
• 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.

Recommended Qualifications

• to 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.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.

Bonus Qualifications

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

Job Titles That Should Apply

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

Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.

Required Skills:

• Vlookup
• Advanced Excel
• Inventory
• Valuation
• Support
• Pivot Tables
• Search
• Accounts Receivable
• Journal Entries
• 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:

$ 62,000.00 - 92,000.00 (US Dollar)