Staff Accountant - Ludington Area

the-pivot-group-careers; Ludington (MI); On-site; USD 56,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network is actively seeking Staff Accountants in Ludington, MI who can contribute to accurate financial reporting and strong internal controls. You will handle GL reconciliations, journal entries, and assist with month-end close while collaborating across departments to resolve discrepancies.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance with 2+ years of staff accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing, and possess solid GAAP knowledge along with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 2+ years of experience in a Staff Accountant role, preferably in manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of GAAP.
• Proficiency in Excel and accounting software (SAP/Oracle).
• Experience with inventory costing and analysis.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

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.
• Maintain fixed asset records, including additions, disposals, and depreciation calculations.
• Support inventory costing and analysis, including variance explanations.
• Assist with internal and external audits by providing requested documentation and explanations.
• Collaborate with other departments to resolve accounting discrepancies and improve processes.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Excel proficiency

Accounting software

Inventory costing

Journal entries

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Staff Accountant | Ludington, MI

Salary Range: $56,000 - $86,000 depending on experience

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

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 partner with manufacturers across Ludington seeking Staff Accountants who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

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.
• Maintain fixed asset records, including additions, disposals, and depreciation calculations.
• Support inventory costing and analysis, including variance explanations.
• Assist with internal and external audits by providing requested documentation and explanations.
• Collaborate with other departments to resolve accounting discrepancies and improve processes.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• 2+ years of experience in a Staff Accountant role, preferably in manufacturing
• Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle)
• Experience with inventory costing and analysis
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with an ERP system like SAP or Oracle
• Familiarity with Six Sigma or Lean manufacturing principles
• CPA or actively pursuing CPA certification
• Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs
• Experience with inventory costing and analysis

Job Titles That Should Apply

Staff Accountant, Senior Accountant, Junior Accountant, Financial Accountant, General Ledger Accountant, GL Accountant, Accountant, Cost Accountant, Property 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.