What are the responsibilities and job description for the Office Clerk position at E.P. Breaux Utility Services LLC?
We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Office Clerk to join our team. The Office Clerk will provide support to the Accounts Payable department with data entry, electronic filing, credit card receipts processing, W-9s, Certificates of Insurance (COIs), and other clerical tasks. Additionally, this role will assist the Safety Director with new hire onboarding, scheduling safety training sessions, and maintaining safety-related records. The ideal candidate will be reliable, proactive, and able to handle multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Accounts Payable Support:
- Perform accurate and timely data entry for invoices, purchase orders, and other financial documents.
- Process accounts payable invoices, ensuring accuracy and proper coding to the correct accounts and cost centers.
- Match purchase orders, receiving documents, and invoices to verify accuracy before processing payments.
- Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Manage electronic filing of AP documents, including invoices, receipts, W-9s, and COIs.
- Assist in month-end closing processes, including accruals and reconciliations.
- Track and process credit card receipts and reconcile them with statements.
- Assist in preparing reports and maintaining accurate records of all accounts payable transactions.
- Assist with verifying vendor information and maintaining updated vendor files.
- Perform general clerical duties, including filing, scanning, and organizing financial documents.
- Support the AP team with other clerical duties as needed.
Safety Department Administrative Support:
- Assist with the safety part of new hire onboarding, including collecting and filing required safety documentation.
- Schedule and track safety training sessions for new and current employees.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date safety training records and certifications.
- Coordinate and schedule safety training sessions, meetings, and inspections.
- Prepare and distribute safety communications and reminders as directed by the Safety Director.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of safety inspections, audits, incident reports, and training completion.
- Act as a liaison between the Safety Department and other departments, ensuring smooth communication and coordination.
- Monitor and maintain inventory of safety supplies, including personal protective equipment (PPE), first aid kits, and other safety related materials.
- Place orders and ensure timely restocking of essential safety supplies.
- Help prepare for safety audits and inspections by ensuring all necessary documentation is complete and organized.
- Organize and manage safety files, ensuring easy retrieval and confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Assist in preparing safety reports, presentations, and other documentation.
General Office Duties:
- Answer phones, direct calls, and respond to inquiries in a professional manner.
- Assist with mail distribution, office supply orders, and other administrative tasks as needed.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent; additional education or training in office administration or related field is a plus.
- Proven experience as an office clerk, administrative assistant, or in a similar role.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and familiarity with accounting software.
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Knowledge of safety procedures and compliance is preferred but not required.
Working Conditions:
- Full-time position with standard office hours.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities.
- May require occasional lifting of light office supplies or materials.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- No weekends
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $20