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The Pivot Group

Staff Accountant - Kentwood Area

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An Accountant organizes and maintains financial records and prepares financial statements for companies and organizations. Works as a public accountant (prepares financial documents where public disclosure is required by law, such as business balance sheets and tax returns), management accountant (prepares financial information for internal use by a company) or government accountant (maintains records for government agencies).

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  • Kentwood Area Employer The Pivot Group Location Kentwood, Michigan, United States Salary
USD 57,000.00
  • 87,000.
00 per year Posted 4 Sep 2026 Closes 4 Oct 2026 Reference
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Job Details Job Description:
Staff Accountant |
Kentwood, MI Salary Range:
$57,000
  • $87,000 depending on experience Are you a meticulous 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 growth. We are collaborating with companies in Kentwood 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 collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Kentwood 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 Prepare and post journal entries, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP. Reconcile general ledger accounts, including bank statements, accounts receivable, and accounts payable. Assist in the month-end and year-end close processes, including preparing accruals and journal entries. Analyze manufacturing costs, including labor, material, and overhead variances. Support external audits by providing requested documentation and explanations. Process accounts payable invoices and ensure timely vendor payments. Maintain fixed asset records and calculate depreciation. Recommended Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance 2+ years of experience in a Staff Accountant role, preferably in manufacturing Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle) Solid understanding of GAAP and financial reporting Experience with inventory costing and analysis Bonus Qualifications Additional certifications or training Job Titles That Should Apply Staff Accountant, Accountant, Junior Accountant, General Accountant, Financial Accountant, Accounting Specialist, Bookkeeper, Assistant Accountant, Cost Accountant, Treasury 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. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search-market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.
Required Skills:
  • Resume
  • Offers
  • Accountants
  • Inventory
  • Accruals
  • Access
  • Support
  • Accounts Receivable
  • Accounts Payable
  • Treasury
  • Journal Entries
  • Accounting Software
  • General Ledger
  • Analysis
  • Compliance
  • Salary
  • Hiring
  • Partnerships
  • Recruiting
  • Compensation
  • Financial Reporting
  • SAP
  • Manufacturing
  • Excel
  • Payments
  • Records
  • Oracle
  • Preparation
  • Software
  • Accounting
  • Documentation
  • Finance
  • Microsoft Excel
Training Salary Package:
$ 57,000.00
  • 87,000.
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