The posting
Accounts Payable / Receivable Specialist | Alpena, MI
Salary Range: $51,000 - $75,000 depending on experience
Are you a dedicated professional with a passion for excelling as a accounts payable / receivable specialist? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We partner with leading manufacturing companies in the Alpena area seeking experienced Accounts Payable / Receivable Specialists to strengthen their teams.
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 Accounts Payable / Receivable Specialist 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 Accounts Payable / Receivable Specialists. 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
- Enter invoices and payment data into the accounting system.
- Prepare and run weekly check and electronic payment runs.
- Apply customer payments to open invoices and reconcile cash receipts.
- Research and resolve invoice discrepancies with vendors and internal departments.
- Prepare accounts receivable aging reports and follow up on past due balances.
- Reconcile vendor statements and monthly AP and AR ledger accounts.
- Maintain vendor and customer master files and supporting documentation.
- Process vendor invoices and match them to purchase orders and receiving records.
Recommended Qualifications
- Proficiency with ERP or accounting software and intermediate Excel skills.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy with high volume transaction processing.
- Clear written and verbal communication for vendor and internal follow up.
- High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree in accounting or business preferred.
- Two or more years of accounts payable or accounts receivable experience, ideally in manufacturing.
- Working knowledge of three-way matching and standard AP and AR cycles.
Bonus Qualifications
- Familiarity with sales and use tax and 1099 reporting.
- Associate or bachelor degree in accounting, finance, or business.
- Prior experience in a plant or production environment.
- Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Epicor.
- Exposure to cost accounting or inventory related transactions.
Job Titles That Should Apply
Accounts Payable Coordinator, Accounts Receivable Analyst, Accounting Associate, Accounts Payable Specialist, Accounts Receivable Specialist, Accounts Payable Clerk, Accounts Receivable Clerk, AP AR Specialist, Accounting Clerk, Billing Specialist
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.



