BOOKKEEPER

The GEO Group, Inc.; Big Spring (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; 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

The GEO Group, Inc. is seeking an organized accounting professional in Big Spring, TX to perform cash control, payroll, accounts payable/receivable, and related financial tasks under direct supervision.

The role requires a high school diploma with accounting/commercial training preferred and at least two years of accounting experience. Strong documents and communication skills are essential for success. GEO provides comprehensive benefits and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree preferred in accounting, business, finance, or related field.
• Two years of accounting related experience.
• General clerical aptitude and strong English grammar/spelling for reports and directives.
• Familiarity with office equipment like computer terminals, fax, and copy machines.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable and receivable, banking, and payroll duties.
• Maintain and distribute employee payroll per GEO policy.
• Perform bank deposits, issue checks, and balance reconciliations.
• Collect and credit inmate funds; manage inmate accounts.
• Prepare reports related to accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and inmate payroll.
• Prepare travel orders, advances, and reimbursements for employees.
• Oversee receptionist/admin clerk as needed.
• Ensure inventory control for warehouse, food service, and storage areas.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent organizational skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to follow complex instructions

Experience with financial workflows

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree in Accounting/Business/Finance (preferred)

Tools

Office equipment knowledge

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 Em ployer

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

Summary

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.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• 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 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.
• 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. Must satisfactorily complete The GEO Group, Inc. pre-service training for non-custodial staff.
• Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.

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