Financial Operations Clerk

Travis Association for the Blind/Austin Lighthouse•Austin, TX

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Financial Operations Clerk supports the Sr. Financial Operations Analyst in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of inventory valuation and cost accounting processes. This role is responsible for daily transactional activities related to raw material receiving, invoice reconciliation, and inventory tracking. The position works closely with warehouse, purchasing, and finance teams to ensure purchase orders, inventory records, and vendor invoices are accurate, timely, and aligned with company policies. This role is critical to maintaining reliable inventory data and supporting financial reporting.

Requirements

Basic understanding of inventory processes, purchase orders, and receiving functions.
Attention to detail and ability to identify discrepancies in data.
Working knowledge of ERP systems (Syteline preferred).
Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills, including data entry, reconciliation, and basic analysis.
Ability to collaborate with warehouse and finance teams.
Organizational and time management skills.
Ability to follow standard operating procedures and maintain documentation.
Written and verbal communication skills.
High level of integrity and accountability when handling financial and inventory data.
Able to read, comprehend and understand information and ideas presented in writing or in alternative form.
Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently.
Demonstrates sound work ethics.
Possesses cultural awareness and sensitivity.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Background Check and Drug Screen required
Verifiable documentation of ability to work in the US

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Supply Chain, or related field preferred.
1–3 years of experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, or accounting support preferred.

Responsibilities

Process and record raw material purchase order receipts in the ERP system, ensuring accuracy of quantities, pricing, and timing.
Match receiving documentation to purchase orders and identify discrepancies for resolution.
Reconcile vendor invoices (including GOJO and other key vendors) to purchase orders and receiving records for approval.
Coordinate with Accounts Payable to ensure timely and accurate invoice processing.
Partner with warehouse team members to resolve receiving discrepancies and inventory variances.
Participate in and support inventory cycle counts, including investigation and reconciliation of variances.
Maintain accurate inventory records in ERP (Syteline), ensuring alignment between physical and system quantities.
Monitor inventory transactions and adjustments to support accurate valuation.
Support documentation and adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs) for receiving and inventory processes.
Escalate discrepancies, control gaps, or unusual variances to the Sr. Financial Operations Analyst.
Track and report on inventory-related metrics, including receiving accuracy and cycle count variances.
Support audit requests related to inventory, receiving, and vendor invoices.
Maintain organized and accurate supporting documentation for all transactions.
Collaborate cross-functionally with Purchasing, Warehouse, and Finance teams to improve data integrity.
Complies with and assists other employees understand and comply with TAB's policies and procedures.
Behaves in accordance with the key behaviors aligned with TAB's Core Values of Leadership, Integrity, Growth & Innovation, Heart and Teamwork (LIGHT).
Other duties as assigned