BOOKKEEPER

The GEO Group, Inc.; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

401(k) Matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

The GEO Group, Inc. is looking for an Accounting Clerk in Aurora, Colorado. The role involves various accounting functions such as processing accounts payable, maintaining payroll, and ensuring accurate cash controls. Candidates should have a high school diploma (or equivalent), preferably an associate’s degree in accounting or a related field, along with two years of experience in an accounting role. Excellent organizational and communication skills are essential. The position supports a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Two years of experience in an accounting-related role.
• Ability to use office equipment and software effectively.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable and receivable.
• Maintain payroll and ensure accuracy.
• Oversee cash handling and financial reporting.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Clerical aptitude

Understanding of business English

Education

High School Diploma

Associate’s degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Office equipment

Accounting software

Job description

Equal Opportunity Employer

This organization is an equal opportunity employer and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.

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

Responsibilities

Under direct supervision, performs accounting functions including cash control, funds disbursement, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and payroll. 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.

• Processes all accounts payable, accounts receivables, checking accounts, employee payroll, and inmate payroll.
• Maintains and distributes employee payroll ensuring that employee time is accounted for per company 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.
• 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 a 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. Must satisfactorily complete pre‑service training for non‑custodial staff.
• Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.
• Must possess an active, valid driver’s license.
• Must be at least twenty‑one (21) years of age or older.
• Must be a United States Citizen.