Staff Accountant - Niles Area

The Pivot Group

Niles (MI)

On-site

USD 62,000 - 92,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

The Pivot Group Network is sourcing a Staff Accountant for opportunities with manufacturers in and around Niles, MI. This role focuses on inventory accounting, cost of goods sold analysis, and standard month-end processes.

Qualified candidates hold a Bachelor's in accounting/finance and 2–4 years of manufacturing accounting experience, with strong Excel/ERP skills to support audits and financial reporting.

Qualifications

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.
2 to 4 years of accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing.
Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

Assist with inventory accounting and cost of goods sold analysis.
Prepare financial statements and supporting schedules.
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.

Skills

Vlookup

Advanced Excel

Inventory

Valuation

Pivot Tables

Journal Entries

Accounts Receivable

Accounts Payable

General Ledger

ERP

Manufacturing

Attention To Detail

Communication Skills

Excel

Finance

Documentation

Microsoft Excel

Accounting

Salary

Preparation

Records

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Staff Accountant | Niles, MI

Salary Range: $62,000 - $92,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional 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 in the manufacturing community. We collaborate with companies in the Niles 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 Niles in Berrien County, within about 45 minutes of the city, including Benton Harbor, St. Joseph, Stevensville, and Dowagiac.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Niles 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.

Usual Responsibilities

Assist with inventory accounting and cost of goods sold analysis.
Prepare financial statements and supporting schedules.
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.

Recommended Qualifications

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.
to 4 years of accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing.
Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.

Bonus Qualifications

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

Job Titles That Should Apply

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

As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.

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