Student Accounts Clerk – Payments & Cash Handling

Lamar State College-Port Arthur; Port Acres (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Lamar State College Port Arthur is seeking an Accounting Clerk I to support the Finance Department by processing payments, posting to student and department accounts, and maintaining a cash drawer. This non-exempt role reports to the Finance Department and requires strong attention to detail and reliable customer service.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or equivalent; an Associate’s degree in Business/Finance is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent customer service skills with great attention to detail.
• Familiarity with office equipment such as computer, calculator, copier, fax.

Responsibilities

• Process and post payments to student and department accounts.
• Maintain accurate cash drawer and handle inquiries from students about their accounts.
• Manage department emails and phone inquiries; coordinate office opening/closing duties.
• Oversee TouchNet activities including installment plans and marketplace setup.
• Create and maintain collection spreadsheets for Retail Merchants and post payments to correct accounts.
• Reconcile invoices for contracts and miscellaneous invoicing including state/federal units.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Office equipment operation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree in Business/Finance (preferred)

Tools

Ellucian Banner

TouchNet

Job description

Lamar State College Port Arthur is seeking an Accounting Clerk I to support the Finance Department by processing payments, posting to student and department accounts, and maintaining a cash drawer. This non-exempt role reports to the Finance Department and requires strong attention to detail and reliable customer service.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or equivalent; an Associate’s degree in Business/Finance is preferred.