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Accounts Payable / Receivable Specialist - Newaygo Area

The Pivot Group, Lansing, MI, United States


Accounts Payable / Receivable Specialist | Newaygo, MI
Salary Range: $46,000 - $68,000 depending on experience

Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for excelling in accounts payable / receivable specialist? 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 Newaygo seeking Accounts Payable / Receivable Specialists 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 Newaygo region seeking Accounts Payable / Receivable Specialists. 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

Process vendor invoices accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper coding and approvals.

Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies, communicating with suppliers as needed.

Generate customer invoices and credit memos, verifying pricing and terms.

Monitor accounts receivable, follow up on overdue payments, and manage collections.

Prepare and process weekly check runs, electronic payments, and manual checks.

Maintain accurate records of all accounts payable and receivable transactions.

Assist with month‑end closing activities related to accounts payable and receivable.

Recommended Qualifications

Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

2-4 years of experience in accounts payable and receivable, preferably within a manufacturing environment.

Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and accounting software.

Strong understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).

Excellent data entry skills and attention to detail.

Ability to reconcile complex accounts and resolve discrepancies efficiently.

Bonus Qualifications

Experience with ERP systems specific to manufacturing (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite)

Familiarity with the procure‑to‑pay and order‑to‑cash cycles in a manufacturing environment

Basic understanding of cost accounting principles relevant to manufacturing

Ability to analyze and reconcile complex accounts with high transaction volumes

Experience with inventory management and its impact on AP/AR

Job Titles That Should Apply
Accounts Payable Specialist, Accounts Receivable Specialist, AP/AR Coordinator, Financial Operations Specialist, Accounting Assistant, Junior Accountant, Bookkeeper, Financial Administrator, Billing Specialist, Collections Specialist

Required Skills

NetSuite

Resume

Data

Offers

Inventory

Access

Support

Memos

BASIC

Accounts Receivable

Accounts Payable

Accounting Software

Operations

Approvals

ERP

Checks

Salary

Hiring

Partnerships

Recruiting

Compensation

Credit

Attention To Detail

SAP

Inventory Management

Manufacturing

Data Entry

Payments

Records

Oracle

Suppliers

Preparation

Software

Accounting

Finance

Management

Salary Package
$ 46,000.00 - 68,000.00 (US Dollar)

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