Staff Accountant - Grand Rapids Area

the-pivot-group-careers; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 53,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a Staff Accountant to oversee general ledger activities, month-end close, and accurate financial reporting.

You will reconcile accounts, prepare journal entries, manage accounts payable, inventory costing, and assist with audits within a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• 2+ years of experience in a Staff Accountant role, preferably in manufacturing.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP/Oracle) and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong understanding of GAAP principles and financial reporting.
• Experience with inventory accounting and cost accounting methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile general ledger accounts, including bank statements and balance sheet accounts.
• Prepare and post journal entries with proper documentation.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close procedures, including schedules.
• Process accounts payable invoices and expense reports for timely payments.
• Maintain fixed asset records, including additions, disposals, and depreciation.

Skills

GAAP principles

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Excel

Job description

Staff Accountant | Grand Rapids, MI

Salary Range: $53,000 - $83,000 depending on experience

Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for excelling in staff accountant? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Grand Rapids seeking Staff Accountants to lead and enhance their operations.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. 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.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Grand Rapids region seeking Staff Accountants. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Reconcile general ledger accounts, including bank statements and various balance sheet accounts.
• Prepare and post journal entries, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close procedures, including preparing supporting schedules.
• Process accounts payable invoices and expense reports, ensuring timely and accurate payments.
• Maintain fixed asset records, including additions, disposals, and depreciation calculations.
• Support the inventory costing process and reconcile inventory balances.
• Assist with internal and external audit requests.

Recommended Qualifications

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

Bonus Qualifications

• Additional certifications or training

Job Titles That Should Apply

Staff Accountant, Junior Accountant, Financial Accountant, General Ledger Accountant, GL Accountant, Accounting Specialist, Bookkeeper, Assistant Accountant, Accountant I, Entry-Level Accountant

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.