Accounting Clerk

LeTourneau University is seeking an organized and efficient Accounting Clerk with an eye for detail and accuracy to join our team.  This position is entry to mid-level with room for growth and learning.

RESPONSIBLITIES:

• Prepare and enter journal entries into accounting software
• Assist with month end close process
• Assist with employee credit card expense program in Concur
• Assist A/P with in-house accounts payable payments and act as back-up for the Accounts Payable staff
• Assist with monthly and annual reporting including IRS and other Tax/Govt filings which may include form 1099, 941, stale dated checks and unclaimed property reports, and other filings as needed
• Distribute incoming mail and e-mail to accounting staff
• Assist with year-end close and audit
• Check for accuracy in reports, figures, and postings

• Provide prompt assistance to other accountants and departments as needed or requested.

• Other general accounting duties and special projects as necessary

• Accounting/bookkeeping and/or accounts payable clerk experience preferred
• Associates or college degree preferred
• Ability to use a computer and knowledge of standard and specific business applications, such as Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook), computerized accounting, and ability to learn new software applications.
• Quick learner and able to respond well to multi-task environment
• Ability to work with a high degree of accuracy, efficiency, and confidentiality
• Proven ability to work well both individually and in a team environment to meet institutional goals
• Well organized and strong ability to meet deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Highly motivated, energetic, and dedicated individual with personal and professional integrity

Applications will be reviewed in the order received and will continue until the position is filled. In accordance with applicable provisions of federal law, applicants for employment who are in agreement with the educational mission of LeTourneau University and applicants for admission to educational programs or activities are considered without discrimination on the basis of race, age, sex, handicapping condition, national origin or genetic information. Inquiries about this policy should be directed to the Director of Human Resources, (903) 233-4170.

Applications are required and are available from www.letu.edu/jobs or from the Business Office, LeTourneau University, 2100 Mobberly Avenue, Longview, TX. Send completed application, and a current resume to:

LeTourneau University
ATTN: Human Resources
P.O. Box 7001
Longview, Texas 75607-7001
FAX (903) 233-4103
E-mail address: HumanResources@letu.edu

LeTourneau University is the premier Christian polytechnic university in the nation where educators engage students to nurture Christian virtue, develop competency and ingenuity in their professional fields, integrate faith and work, and serve the local and global community.

LETU is a Christ-centered, interdenominational institute of higher learning offering more than 85 undergraduate and graduate degree programs in arts and sciences, aviation, business & technology, communication, computer science, criminal justice, education, engineering, nursing, psychology & counseling and theology & vocation. LETU's 2,700 students represent nearly all 50 states, more than 30 foreign countries, and around 50 different denominational groups.

LETU is consistently recognized by U.S. News and World Report as one of "America's Best Colleges," and the engineering program is ranked nationally. LeTourneau University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097, telephone 404-679-4500, at http://www.sacscoc.org) to award associate, baccalaureate and master's degrees. LeTourneau University's engineering and engineering technology programs are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission and the Technology Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology, 111 Market Place, Suite 1050, Baltimore, MD 21202-4012 - telephone: 410-347-7700. The Carnegie Foundation classifies LeTourneau University as a Master's (Comprehensive) University II.

The 162 acre main campus is located in Longview, Texas, a progressive hub city with an MSA of over 190,000, nestled among the beautiful pine-forested hills and lakes of East Texas. It is approximately 120 miles east of Dallas, Texas and 60 miles west of Shreveport, Louisiana.

See https://www.letu.edu for more information.