Accounting Clerk – Secure Facility Operations & GAAP

CoreCivic; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

CoreCivic is seeking an Accounting Clerk to perform calculations, post financial data, and maintain accounting records in a secure institutional setting. The role involves processing inmate/resident accounts, preparing reports, and assisting with inventories.

You will verify transactions, manage accounts payable activities, and ensure timely, accurate documentation in compliance with GAAP and company policies. Strong Excel skills are required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Two years of experience in Business, Accounting or related field required.
• MS Word, Excel or similar accounting software knowledge required.

Responsibilities

• Performs calculations, verifies and posts financial data; maintains accounting records.
• Prepares reports and assists in conducting inventory.
• Verifies and posts transactions (checks, POs, accounts payable, receipts).
• Assists with accounts payable packages, accruals, and bank reconciliations.
• Processes inmate/resident accounts deposits, withdrawals, and transfers.
• Maintains standard operating records and reports per management and regulatory requirements.
• Inputs/edits data and generates finished documents/reports using software.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Data entry

Accounts payable

Bank reconciliations

Transaction posting

Education

High School diploma

GED certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

CoreCivic is seeking an Accounting Clerk to perform calculations, post financial data, and maintain accounting records in a secure institutional setting. The role involves processing inmate/resident accounts, preparing reports, and assisting with inventories.

You will verify transactions, manage accounts payable activities, and ensure timely, accurate documentation in compliance with GAAP and company policies. Strong Excel skills are required.