ACCOUNTS PAYABLE CLERK

GEO Corrections & Detentions; Florence (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

GEO Corrections & Detentions is seeking an accounting-support professional for the business office in Arizona. You will handle accounts payable, data entry, and financial records, ensuring accurate ledgers and timely postings.

The role requires a high school diploma, with 2 years of secretarial experience and preference for accounting background. Proficiency with standard office software and clear English communication is essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma (or equivalent).
• Two years of secretarial experience, preferably a strong accounting or bookkeeping background.
• Certification from a business school or college education could be substituted for the experience.
• Familiar with current office procedures. Knowledge of the fundamentals of office organization.
• Ability to use computers and the typical software used by the facility.
• Express thoughts logically, in English, in both written and verbal form, using correct grammar; work independently.

Responsibilities

• Perform accounting support for the business office: AP, data entry, vendor files, fiscal records, ledgers, journal postings, reconciliations.
• Update and submit monthly billing in accordance with contractual requirements.
• Prepare financial transactions and balance funds weekly.
• Collect and mail client signature sheets and probation reports; verify accuracy.
• Submit reports to the State for verification and to corporate within deadlines.

Skills

Secretarial experience

Accounting background

Office procedures

Computer skills

English communication

Education

High school diploma

Business school certification

Tools

Office software (MS Word, Excel)

Job description

Benefits Information

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

• Perform accounting support for the business office to include the following. Accounts payable, Data entry with accuracy, maintaining vendor files, fiscal records maintenance, Fiscal Reports, ledge balancing and journal posting, account reconciliations and statement balancing.
• Updates and submits monthly billing ensuring accurate timely submittal in accordance with contractual requirements. Updates and maintains current billing files.
• Prepares financial transactions which include receiving and disbursing funds, posting ledgers and balancing system. Balances fund weekly to ensure that funds are being appropriately handled.
• Collects and mails all client signature sheets and probation reports verifying that each sheet and report is accurate and submitted in accordance with contractual requirements.
• Submits reports to the State for verification and send to the corporate office within time limits established so that reimbursement can be made in a timely manner.
• Complies with work rules and policies as explained in the company Employee Handbook, and the Facility Policies and Procedures Manual; and respond positively to directives from managers and supervisors in a cooperative spirit to ensure conformance to standards.
• Adheres to attendance policy; work overtime as required, to ensure adequate coverage of the program and to ensure the safety and security of the residents.
• Complies with safety rules; take appropriate corrective action to ensure work is performed in a safe manner and without injury to self or others.
• May prepare correspondence and perform other clerical duties as assigned to insure the office runs smoothly.
• Maintains confidentiality obtained through job duties regarding residents, employees, vendors, outside agencies, etc., so that sensitive information is only given on a "need to know" basis.
• Participates in staff meeting by sharing observations and recommendations regarding the facility, residents and staff relations to identify and solve problems and function as a unified team. Records the minutes, type them, and distribute to appropriate persons.
• Communicates effectively with all levels of staff in a manner that promotes a team spirit and a sense of cooperation.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School diploma (or equivalent).
• Two years of secretarial experience, preferably a strong accounting or bookkeeping background
• Certification from a business school or college education could be substituted for the experience.
• Familiar with current office procedures. Knowledge of the fundamentals of office organization.
• Able to handle a variety of simple to moderately complex tasks, while keeping work flowing in an orderly manner. Express thoughts logically, in English, in both written and verbal form, using correct grammar; work independently and write reports; converse with visitors and telephone callers in such a way as to portray the professional atmosphere of the company; effectively interact with residents and staff.
• Ability to use computers and the typical software used by the facility.