Corrections Finance Accountant — Public Safety & Reentry

Bureau of Prisons / Federal Prison System; Waseca (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Bureau of Prisons is seeking candidates for an accounting-focused position to support financial management across programs. The role emphasizes rigorous accounting practices, compliance, and reliable financial reporting to inform operations and public safety decisions.

Applicants should meet the basic requirements for accounting or related fields, and be prepared to demonstrate experience in managing funds, reconciling accounts, and maintaining automated systems.

Qualifications

• Degree in accounting or related field with 24 semester hours in accounting (may include up to 6 hours of business law).
• Combination of education and experience: at least 4 years in accounting or equivalent mix of education and training.
• Possess 24 hours in accounting/auditing or CPA/ CIA or equivalent coursework, with demonstrated professional accounting knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Experience in managing operating programs by supplying accurate financial statements, reports and other information to appropriate sources.
• Experience in ensuring funds are efficiently controlled, obligated, paid and reported.
• Experience updating and maintaining automated accounting system.
• Experience assisting with reconciling and balancing general ledger accounts and making adjustments for prior year appropriations.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Financial reporting

Education

Accounting degree + 24 accounting hours

Job description

Bureau of Prisons is seeking candidates for an accounting-focused position to support financial management across programs. The role emphasizes rigorous accounting practices, compliance, and reliable financial reporting to inform operations and public safety decisions.

Applicants should meet the basic requirements for accounting or related fields, and be prepared to demonstrate experience in managing funds, reconciling accounts, and maintaining automated systems.