Accounting Clerk

Location: Business Services | Lufkin, TX
Position Number: 1570
Compensation: $38,000-$45,000 annually, depending on qualifications and experience
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

About the Role

Burke is looking for a dependable, detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to join our Business Services team in Lufkin.

In this position, you'll help keep our financial operations running smoothly by processing payments, maintaining accurate financial records, reconciling accounts, and assisting with daily accounting activities. You'll also work closely with other departments to answer questions and help resolve billing and payment issues.

We're looking for someone who enjoys working with numbers, pays attention to detail, stays organized, and takes pride in completing work accurately and on time.

What You'll Do

  • Process accounts payable invoices, vendor payments, and related documentation.
  • Record and apply customer payments, deposits, ACH transactions, and cash receipts.
  • Prepare journal entries and assist with general ledger transactions.
  • Handle daily cash management activities, including bank deposits and electronic payments.
  • Reconcile vendor statements, customer accounts, and assigned balance sheet accounts.
  • Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.
  • Work with other departments to answer questions and resolve issues related to payments, billing, deposits, and account activity.
  • Follow Burke policies, grant requirements, and established financial procedures and internal controls.
  • Maintain confidentiality when handling financial and client information.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • At least two (2) years of hands-on experience using automated systems for accounts receivable and general ledger functions.
  • At least two (2) years of data entry experience.
  • Ability to use a 10-key calculator by touch.
  • Valid Texas driver's license.

Preferred

  • College-level coursework in data entry and basic accounting.
  • At least two (2) years of advanced Microsoft Excel experience.

Benefits

Eligible full-time employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Retirement plan with employer match
  • Paid vacation and sick leave
  • Paid holidays
  • Employer-paid life insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to use visual and motor skills to enter data accurately and efficiently.
  • Ability to use a computer and calculator for extended periods.
  • Ability to sit for prolonged periods throughout the workday.
  • Ability to bend, reach, and lift up to 25 pounds.
  • Legible handwriting.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Burke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Applicants must provide proof of identity and employment authorization as part of the hiring process. Final candidates are subject to background and driving record checks as part of Burke's pre-employment screening process.