BOOKKEEPER

The GEO Group, Inc.; Colombia; Presencial; COP 20.088.000 - 35.712.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discount

Reduced Tuition Rates

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401(k)

Descripción de la vacante

The GEO Group, Inc. is seeking a diligent Bookkeeper to manage accounts payable and receivable, payroll, and banking activities at our Colombia facility.

The role requires strong clerical skills, proficiency with office equipment, and the ability to handle inmate payroll in a regulated environment. Successful candidates will demonstrate accuracy, reliability, and excellent communication with staff and external partners.

Formación

• Two years in an accounting related capacity.
• General clerical aptitude and ability to develop correspondence, reports, and directives.
• Strong organizational and communication skills; ability to follow complex instructions.
• Familiarity with office equipment such as computer terminals, fax machines, and copiers.
• Ability to work with computers and the software used by the department.

Responsabilidades

• Process all accounts payable and accounts receivable for the organisation.
• Maintain and distribute employee payroll per GEO policy.
• Make bank deposits, write checks, and balance accounts.
• Collect and credit inmate funds to appropriate accounts.
• Prepare reports relating to accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and inmate payroll.

Conocimientos

General clerical aptitude

Excellent organizational and

Ability to work with computers and

Ability to understand and follow

Ability to deal with people in change

Educación

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or closely related field

Herramientas

Office equipment: terminals, fax, copy machines

Descripción del empleo

Benefits Information

This job posting is anticipated to remain open until August 24th, 2026.

Full-time employees will enjoy a competitive benefits package with options for you and your family including:

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Matching
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount
• Reduced Tuition Rates
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• Pet Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Training
• Flexible Spending Account

The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Overview

Are you looking for a career you can feel good about? We hire only those that strive to do their best. By joining our family, you'll receive the honor and recognition that comes with working for the industry's global leader in evidenced based rehabilitation.

Who We Are

GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners worldwide across a spectrum of diversified correctional and community reentry services. From the development of state-of-the-art facilities and the provision of management services and evidence-based rehabilitation to the post-release reintegration and supervision of individuals in the community, GEO offers fully diversified, cost-effective services that deliver enhanced quality and improved outcomes.

Why Work For GEO

• We believe that work is more than a place you go to every day. It is about being inspired and motivated to achieve extraordinary things.
• Employee benefits play an important role in making The GEO Group a great place to work. At GEO, we believe in the three pillars of employee wellbeing: physical, emotional, and financial. With comprehensive benefits and competitive wages, we trust that you will find all the resources you need here to be successful.

Responsibilities

The Bookkeeper performs accounting functions including cash control, funds disbursement, accounts receivable, and accounts payable. This position requires the application of varied bookkeeping and business procedures. Work requires familiarity with company financial policies to include accounting, payroll, and other areas.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• The Bookkeeper processes all accounts payable, accounts receivables, checking accounts, employee payroll, and inmate payroll.
• The Bookkeeper maintains and distributes employee payroll ensuring that employee time is accounted for per GEO Policy.
• Makes bank deposits, writes checks, and maintains regular balance controls on all checking accounts.
• Collects and counts all cash, money orders or certified checks that have been accepted for inmates, and credits the amount to the appropriate inmate account.
• Develops and submits required reports relative to all aspects of accounts payable, accounts receivable, checking accounts, employee payroll, inmate payroll, and inmate trust.
• Prepares employee travel orders, advances, and expense reimbursements.
• Assists in month-end closing, forecasting and budgeting processes.
• May oversee the receptionist/admin clerk in daily performance and evaluation of job duties.
• Ensures accurate inventory of all items in the warehouse, food service, maintenance, and any other area where supplies are stored for distribution.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent. Associate’s degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or closely related field preferred.
• Two (2) years in an accounting related capacity.
• General clerical aptitude. Working knowledge of business English, good grammatical and spelling skills, and ability to develop correspondence, reports, and operational directives.
• Working knowledge of office equipment such as computer terminals, fax machines, copy machines.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills. Ability to understand and carry out moderately complex oral and written instructions; to make minor decisions in accordance with rules and regulations as they apply to work problems; to maintain company records; and to meet and deal effectively with the public and inmates.
• Must be able to deal with people in a variety of changing and complex situations.
• Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.

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