Bookkeeper: GAAP, Inmate Accounts, Secure Facility

CoreCivic; Whiteville (TN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

CoreCivic in Whiteville, TN is seeking a Bookkeeper to perform daily accounting tasks in a secure institutional setting. You will post financial data, prepare reports, and manage inmate/resident accounts and petty cash.

The role requires attention to GAAP, accuracy, and adherence to internal controls. Responsibilities include maintaining account codes, reconciling invoices, and supporting month-end processes.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Three years of accounting or bookkeeping experience required.
• Must demonstrate working knowledge of Word, Excel or other spreadsheet software.
• Experience with Oracle/JD Edwards and inventory control preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Minimum age 18.

Responsibilities

• Perform calculations, verify and post financial data and maintain accounting records.
• Ensure proper coding of transactions and balance checking for the facility.
• Prepare reports, conduct inventory of commissary operations and assist with accounts payable.
• Process inmate/resident account transactions and balance the inmate fund daily.
• Assign account codes to expenditures to ensure proper allocation prior to settlement.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Excel

Driver's license

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Oracle/JD Edwards

Job description

CoreCivic in Whiteville, TN is seeking a Bookkeeper to perform daily accounting tasks in a secure institutional setting. You will post financial data, prepare reports, and manage inmate/resident accounts and petty cash.

The role requires attention to GAAP, accuracy, and adherence to internal controls. Responsibilities include maintaining account codes, reconciling invoices, and supporting month-end processes.