Accounting Clerk

Job Title: Accounting Clerk / Representative Payee

Location:

Gateway Adult Residential Care

24 Shelton McMurphey Blvd

Eugene, OR 97401

Schedule: Full-Time, Monday through Friday from 8:00-4:30

Salary: $18.00-$28.00 per hour DOE

Bonus: $1,000 Sign-on Bonus

About Us:

Gateway Adult Residential Care operates four 24/7 residential care facilities dedicated to providing compassionate care to adults struggling with mental health issues, including Dementia, Alzheimer's, brain injuries, challenging behaviors, and aging-related needs. Our mission is to create a sanctuary for individuals seeking a supportive environment where care and services are delivered with compassion.

Position Summary:

As the Accounting Clerk / Representative Payee, you will provide essential financial services to residents with cognitive impairments. You will receive client benefits, manage individual budgets, pay bills, reconcile accounts, and maintain regulatory compliance. This position plays a key role in supporting our mission by ensuring residents' financial resources are responsibly managed and documented.

Key Responsibilities:

• Communicate with the Social Security Administration regarding client benefits
• Manage VA benefits and open or close client bank accounts as needed
• Coordinate with healthcare providers, caseworkers, and facility staff regarding financial issues
• Budget and manage client funds, ensuring timely bill payment and disbursement of personal spending
• Monitor client resources to ensure they remain within regulatory limits
• Reconcile company-wide bank statements with internal records
• Support the Accounts Receivable Clerk and other accounting team members as needed
• Maintain detailed manual and digital financial records for each client
• Attend department meetings and participate in training and quality improvement activities
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Preferred Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Two-year accounting degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience
• One year of general accounting experience
• Experience as a Representative Payee preferred
• Experience with Sage Intacct and Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook

Required Qualifications:

• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and a proactive approach
• Demonstrated patience and professionalism with vulnerable populations
• Effective communication skills (verbal and written) in English
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Pass a drug screening and criminal background check
• Passion for Gateway's mission and service model

Benefits:

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including:

• 401(k) with 7% employer match
• Health, dental, and life insurance
• Paid time off
• Flexible spending account
• Gym membership
• Telehealth services
• Educational reimbursement and professional development opportunities

Physical Requirements:

• Environment: Frequently work indoors, occasionally outdoors
• Movement: Perform tasks involving occasional lifting (up to 50–200 pounds), frequent reaching and twisting, and rare walking or standing
• Exposure: Occasional exposure to chemicals/cleaning supplies and possible contagious diseases
• Social Environment: Handle high-volume and detailed work, multiple tasks, and frequent public contact. Work closely with others in a team setting
• Specifics: Sitting (constantly), standing and walking (rarely), driving (rarely), bending/kneeling (rarely), reaching and twisting (frequently), speaking, hearing, seeing, reading, color distinction, and grasping (constantly)

Why Join Us:

At Gateway, we value our employees as much as our residents. We offer a supportive and dynamic work environment where you can thrive and make a real impact. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, continuous learning opportunities, and the satisfaction of contributing to a mission-driven organization that truly cares.

Gateway Adult Residential Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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