Accounts Clerk

Company: Southwest Shipyard Lp
Location: Channelview
Posted on: June 1, 2025

Job Description:

SUMMARY OF COMPANYSouthwest Shipyard, LP provides gas freeing and cleaning services, steaming, and flaring services, Barge and Boat repair, Surface preparation and painting, water treatment and new construction services to the commercial and government marine industry. Southwest Shipyard owns and operates four (4) shipyards in South Texas with direct deep-water access to the Gulf of Mexico. We take pride in our dedicated and experienced workforce that focuses on Quality, Safety and Environmental Excellence. Our motto is "Faster, Safer, Better". JOB SUMMARYWe are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Accounts Clerk to manage billing, invoicing, and data entry tasks. The ideal candidate will have strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience in financial administration. This role is critical in supporting the finance team by ensuring accurate record-keeping, timely processing of invoices, and maintaining organized databases. WORK SCHEDULERegular attendance and punctuality are required of all employees.Mon-Fri 8:00AM-5:00PMChannelview - (18310 Market St, Channelview Tx 77530)BENEFITS

• Competitive Salary.
• Comprehensive Benefits (medical, dental, vision, life).
• 401(k)/Retirement Savings.
• Friendly Work Environment.
• Paid-Time off/Holidays.
• Career Path Opportunities RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Prepare and issue invoices to clients/customers in a timely and accurate manner
  • Monitor accounts receivable and follow up on outstanding payments
  • Process vendor bills and maintain up-to-date records of all transactions
  • Perform accurate data entry of financial and client information into systems
  • Reconcile billing discrepancies and resolve issues with internal teams or clients
  • Maintain digital and physical filing systems for invoices, bills, and supporting documents
  • Generate Excel reports related to billing, payments, and financial summaries
  • Assist in month-end and year-end closing processes
  • Collaborate with finance and other departments to ensure consistent and accurate financial practices
  • Perform general administrative duties as needed (e.g., scanning, emailing, recordkeeping) EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS
    • High school diploma or equivalent required; associate's in accounting, finance, or business preferred
    • Proven experience in billing, invoicing, and data entry (minimum 2 years preferred)
    • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., formulas, pivot tables, VLOOKUP, data validation)
    • Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
    • Excellent organizational and time management skills
    • Ability to handle confidential information with integrity
    • Experience with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero, SAP) is a plus
    • Strong written and verbal communication skills PHYSICAL / MENTAL REQUIREMENTSThe employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable workplace accommodation. The individual must also be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work or visit within areas where it is required. This includes hard hat, safety glasses, life vest, respirators, ear plugs, steel toed shoes, personal flotation devices (PFD's), or other protective equipment as required by the work performed and location the work is being done. In addition, Employees in this position must also be capable of:
      • Walking, stepping, climbing, or otherwise moving from one location on the job site to another, which may be of varying heights and access parameters.
      • Standing, stooping, bending, crouching, kneeling, squatting, climbing, crawling, or sitting for long periods of time.
      • Repetitive movements by feet, shoulders, arms, wrists, hands and back in performance of work.
      • Climbing stairs, and/or vertical ladders of varying heights.
      • Working in confined work areas and/or elevated heights.
      • Lifting objects of minimum of 10lbs, with maximum single-person lift limit of 50lbs, with frequent lifting and carrying.
      • Adapting to temperature changes, outdoor conditions, and prolonged exposure to dusty, wet, or humid conditions, loud noises, and vibration.
      • Visually inspecting equipment and verifying information, often in small print.
      • Applying sideways/upward/downward pressure to tighten and loosen hardware. The Company expects and requires all employees to observe and fulfill all safety responsibilities as outlined in workplace safety training and actively work toward maintaining a safe workplace. Failure to do so can result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment. Regular attendance and punctuality are required of all employees. Employment at Southwest Shipyard, LP is on an "at-will" basis. There is no contract of employment between Southwest Shipyard, L.P., and anyone or all its employees unless explicitly stated elsewhere. Employment security cannot be guaranteed for or by any employee. No Manager, Supervisor, or employee of the Company has any authority to enter into an agreement for employment for any specified period of time or to make an agreement for employment other than at-will. Only the Owner or President has the authority to modify the at-will relationship, and then only in writing specifically addressed to the employee on this issue and signed by Southwest Shipyard, L.P. Executive. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
        EEO StatementSouthwest Shipyard, LP is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Southwest Shipyard, LP participates in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.
        Southwest Shipyard, LP is not currently accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms. Regardless of past practice, all resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Southwest Shipyard, LP, via-email, the Internet or directly to hiring managers at Southwest Shipyard, LP in any form without a valid written agreement in place for that specific position will be deemed the sole property of Southwest Shipyard, LP. As a result, no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Southwest Shipyard, LP
        
        Compensation details: 19-20 Hourly Wage
        
        
        
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