Staff Accountant - Saginaw Area

The Pivot Group; Saginaw (MI); On-site; USD 59,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group in Saginaw, MI is seeking a meticulous Staff Accountant to join manufacturing-focused teams across Michigan. This role offers a salary range of $59,000 to $89,000, depending on experience, with opportunities to contribute to month-end close, GL reconciliations, and cost analysis.

You will prepare journal entries, manage accounts payable/receivable, support inventories, and assist with audits.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules.
• Assist with budget preparation and variance analysis.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Pivot Tables

VLOOKUP

Job description

Job Description:

Staff Accountant | Saginaw, MI

Salary Range: $59,000 - $89,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous 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 growth. We collaborate with companies in the Saginaw 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 Saginaw in Saginaw County, within about 45 minutes of the city, including Bay City, Midland, Frankenmuth, and Hemlock.

We work with companies in the Saginaw 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

• 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.
• Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules.
• Assist with budget preparation and variance analysis.

Recommended Qualifications

• 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.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Bonus Qualifications

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

Job Titles That Should Apply

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

$ 59,000.00 - 89,000.00 (US Dollar)