Core Civic logo
Bookkeeper
full-timeWheeler County

Summary

Location

Wheeler County

Type

full-time

Explore Jobs

About this role

$16.75 per hour

At CoreCivic, our employees are driven by
a deep sense of service, high standards of professionalism and a responsibility
to better the public good. We are currently seeking a Bookkeeper who has a passion for providing the highest quality care in an
institutional, secure setting. Come join a team that is dedicated to
making an impact for the people and communities we serve.

The Bookkeeper performs calculations, verifies and posts financial data, and maintains accounting records of financial transactions.  Ensures proper coding of transactions and assists in maintaining a current checking account balance for the facility.  Prepares reports and correspondence, and conducts inventory of commissary operations.

  • Utilizes and maintains working knowledge of applicable accounting and  internal control procedures which are in keeping with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and company and partnership policies and procedures while performing duties and maintaining documentation and records.
  • Assists with or maintains a current working checking account balance for petty checking and commissary accounts.  Prepares, deposits and verifies bank deposits.  Prepares check requests and month-end documentation, and coordinates purchases for which FSC approval is not required.
  • Assists with or prepares accounts payable packages, accounts payable accruals, check requests, petty cash reimbursements and bank reconciliations ensuring accuracy, quality and adherence to company policy and procedures.
  • Processes various transactions for inmate/resident accounts to include, deposits, withdrawals, charges/fees, release of funds or transfer of funds, in accordance with policy and procedures.  This includes completing or assisting with the daily balancing of the inmate fund.
  • Assigns or verifies assignment of proper account codes to purchase orders, accounts payable, check requests, vouchers and other types of expenditures or receipts ensuring that financial transactions are allocated to the appropriate account prior to settlement

Qualifications:

  • High School diploma, GED certification or equivalent is required.
  • Three years of Accounting or Bookkeeping experience is required.
  • Must demonstrate working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel or other spreadsheet or accounting software.

  • Experience with Enterprise software such as Oracle/JD Edwards and inventory control is preferred.

  • A valid driver's license is required.

  • Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 18 years of age. 

CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace & EOE including Disability/Veteran.

Other facts

Tech stack
Accounting,Bookkeeping,Financial Transactions,Microsoft Word,Excel,Spreadsheet Software,Oracle,Inventory Control,Bank Reconciliation,Accounts Payable,Check Requests,Petty Cash,Financial Reporting,Internal Control Procedures,GAAP,Transaction Coding

About Core Civic

CoreCivic is a diversified, government-solutions company with the scale and experience needed to solve tough government challenge in cost-effective ways. We provide a broad range of solutions to government partners that serve the public good through high-quality corrections and detention management, innovative and cost-saving government real estate solutions, and a growing network of residential and non-residential alternatives to incarceration that help address America's recidivism crisis. We are the nation's largest owner of partnership correctional, detention and residential reentry facilities, and believe we are the largest private owner of real estate used by U.S. government agencies. The company has been a flexible and dependable partner for government for more than 40 years. Our employees are driven by a deep sense of service, high standards of professionalism and a responsibility to help government better the public good. Learn more at www.corecivic.com.

Team size: 10,001+ employees
LinkedIn: Visit
Industry: Public Safety
Founding Year: 1983

What you'll do

  • The Bookkeeper performs calculations, verifies and posts financial data, and maintains accounting records of financial transactions. They also assist in maintaining a current checking account balance and prepare reports and correspondence.

Ready to join Core Civic?

Take the next step in your career journey

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a Bookkeeper do at Core Civic?

As a Bookkeeper at Core Civic, you will: the Bookkeeper performs calculations, verifies and posts financial data, and maintains accounting records of financial transactions. They also assist in maintaining a current checking account balance and prepare reports and correspondence..

Why join Core Civic as a Bookkeeper?

Core Civic is a leading Public Safety company.

Is the Bookkeeper position at Core Civic remote?

The Bookkeeper position at Core Civic is based in Wheeler County, Georgia, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

How do I apply for the Bookkeeper position at Core Civic?

You can apply for the Bookkeeper position at Core Civic directly through Clera. Click the "Apply Now" button above to start your application. Clera's AI-powered platform will help match your profile with this opportunity and guide you through the application process. You can also learn more about Core Civic on their website.