Accounting Clerk: GAAP-Driven Finances & Reports

CoreCivic; Tutwiler (MS); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

CoreCivic is seeking an Accounting Clerk to perform calculations, post financial data, and maintain accounting records in an institutional, secure setting. The role includes processing inmate/resident account transactions, accounts payable activities, and inventory reporting, with emphasis on accuracy and compliance.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, at least two years of accounting/business experience, and working knowledge of Word/Excel or similar software.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED or equivalent is required.
• Two years of experience in Business, Accounting or a closely related field is required.
• Additional qualifying education in Business or Accounting may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
• Must demonstrate working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel or other spreadsheet or accounting software.
• A valid driver’s license is required.
• Minimum Age Requirement: Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Verifies and posts business transactions to the appropriate account and assists with or completes weekly/monthly documentation and reporting.
• Assists with or prepares accounts payable packages, accruals, check requests, petty cash reimbursements and bank reconciliations.
• Processes transactions for inmate/resident accounts such as deposits, withdrawals, charges/fees, and fund transfers according to policy.
• Assists with conducting inventory and preparing reports for commissary and other operations.
• Prepares and maintains standard operating records and reports required by management, agency and government regulations.
• Accurately inputs and edits numeric and alphanumeric data and produces finished documents/reports using software.

Skills

Accounting experience

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

CoreCivic is seeking an Accounting Clerk to perform calculations, post financial data, and maintain accounting records in an institutional, secure setting. The role includes processing inmate/resident account transactions, accounts payable activities, and inventory reporting, with emphasis on accuracy and compliance.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, at least two years of accounting/business experience, and working knowledge of Word/Excel or similar software.