Bookkeeper / Office Manager - Alpena Area
Description
Bookkeeper / Office Manager | Alpena, MI
Salary Range: $50,000 - $77,000 depending on experience
Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for excelling as a bookkeeper / office manager? 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 Alpena area seeking experienced Bookkeeper / Office Managers.
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 Bookkeeper / Office Manager opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Alpena in Alpena County, within about 45 minutes of the city, including Ossineke, Hillman, Rogers City, and Lincoln.
The Opportunity
We partner with organizations in the Alpena area that seek Bookkeeper / Office Managers. These companies are committed to building strong teams and look for professionals who can lead initiatives effectively. By connecting with The Pivot Group Network, you position yourself for roles that match your background and aspirations.
Usual Responsibilities
- Reconcile bank and credit card statements each month.
- Process accounts payable and accounts receivable.
- Prepare invoices and follow up on past due accounts.
- Run payroll and track paid time off and hours.
- Maintain employee files and onboarding paperwork.
- Order office and shop supplies and track inventory.
- Prepare monthly reports for ownership or management.
- Record daily financial transactions in the accounting system.
Recommended Qualifications
- Understanding of payroll processing and related filings.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy with numbers.
- Ability to handle confidential financial information.
- Prior bookkeeping or accounting experience in a small business.
- Working knowledge of QuickBooks or similar accounting software.
- Comfort with spreadsheets and basic formulas.
Bonus Qualifications
- Associate degree in accounting or business.
- Experience with bill of materials or inventory software.
- Prior office management or administrative supervision.
- Experience in a manufacturing or job shop environment.
- Familiarity with cost tracking for materials and labor.
Job Titles That Should Apply
Payroll Clerk, Staff Accountant, Office Administrator, Bookkeeper, Office Manager, Accounting Clerk, Accounts Payable Clerk, Accounts Receivable Clerk, Full Charge Bookkeeper, Administrative Manager
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.
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.