<p><strong>Job Title: </strong>Accounts Payable Specialist / Receptionist</p><p> <strong>Location:</strong> Jackson, MI (On-Site, Monday – Friday, 7:30am – 4pm)</p><p> <strong>Starting Salary:</strong> Up to $50,000 + Benefits</p><p> <strong>Industry:</strong> Manufacturing</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Summary:</strong></p><p>Our manufacturing client is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist / Receptionist to support daily accounting operations while serving as the front desk point of contact for visitors, callers, and internal staff. This role is ideal for someone who is organized, detail-oriented, and eager to grow their accounting and administrative skills in a fast-paced environment. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Process vendor invoices, match purchase orders, and assist with coding invoices for payment. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Help maintain accounts payable records and ensure invoices are entered accurately and timely. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Assist with check runs, filing, and vendor statement reconciliation. </li><li>Respond to vendor inquiries regarding payment status and account information. </li><li>Greet visitors, answer and direct incoming phone calls, and manage front desk coverage. </li><li>Handle incoming and outgoing mail, deliveries, and general office correspondence. </li><li>Support administrative tasks such as data entry, scanning, filing, and supply ordering. </li><li>Work with accounting and operations teams to support day-to-day office and financial processes. </li></ul>
<p>Are you someone who enjoys wearing many hats, keeping a business running smoothly, and making a meaningful impact every day? This is an opportunity to join a small, close-knit organization of approximately 30 employees where your contributions will be seen, valued, and felt throughout the business.</p><p><br></p><p>The Office Manager plays a critical role in the organization's success, overseeing a variety of essential business functions, including accounting administration, payroll, human resources, and logistics. Beyond managing day-to-day responsibilities, this individual serves as a trusted partner to the President, helping coordinate priorities, improve processes, and ensure the business operates at its highest level.</p><p><br></p><p>The ideal Office Manager candidate is organized, resourceful, and proactive, with the ability to shift seamlessly between daily tasks and broader business needs. Just as important, they enjoy working in a respectful, positive, and encouraging environment where people support one another and take pride in what they do.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Accounting & Financial Administration</strong></p><ul><li>Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable, including invoice processing, customer billing, payment tracking, and vendor communications.</li><li>Coordinate payroll processing and maintain accurate employee and payroll records.</li><li>Assist with routine financial reporting, reconciliations, and other accounting-related administrative tasks.</li><li>Help maintain organized, accurate financial records and ensure deadlines are consistently met.</li></ul><p><strong>Human Resources & Employee Support</strong></p><ul><li>Coordinate onboarding and offboarding, employee documentation, and personnel records.</li><li>Support benefits administration, employee communications, and other HR-related activities.</li><li>Serve as a resource for employees and help foster a positive, professional workplace.</li><li>Assist with maintaining company policies, procedures, and compliance requirements.</li></ul><p><strong>Office Operations & Logistics</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee daily office operations and ensure the team has the resources and support needed to be successful.</li><li>Coordinate logistics, scheduling, deliveries, purchasing, and other operational needs.</li><li>Communicate with vendors, customers, employees, and other business partners to keep activities moving efficiently.</li><li>Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve organization, and create greater efficiency.</li></ul><p><strong>Business Partnership & Operational Support</strong></p><ul><li>Work closely with the President as a trusted partner in managing day-to-day business needs and priorities.</li><li>Anticipate needs, resolve issues, and follow through on important tasks without requiring constant direction.</li><li>Take ownership of projects and administrative initiatives that support the company's goals.</li><li>Help connect the dots across different areas of the business, ensuring nothing falls through the cracks.</li><li>Contribute ideas and solutions that help the organization operate more effectively and continue to succeed.</li></ul><p>For immediate consideration call Jimmy Tunney at 517-657-8054.</p>