Accounting Assistant - SCI Waymart

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Wayne County, PA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Accounting Assistant at the Department of Corrections plays an important role in keeping inmate accounts accurate and organized. This job lets you support the daily financial operations that keep SCI Waymart running smoothly. You will work with a dedicated team that values precision, teamwork, and dependable service to the institution. Join us to help maintain essential financial processes that make a real difference every day.

Requirements

• Two years of experience performing bookkeeping or clerical accounting work; or An Associate Degree in accounting or business administration including or supplemented by six credits of accounting.
• Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.
• You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.

Responsibilities

• Record inmate transactions and review related financial activities for accuracy
• Prepare release forms, notifications, and account documents for inmates leaving the facility
• Process payments, invoices, and deposits for Inmate General Welfare Fund (IGWF) enterprises and inmate services
• Verify inmate cash slips, process approved requests, and address disapproved items
• Update logs, enter daily electronic transactions, and maintain accurate financial records

Benefits

• Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $41,506.00 (before taxes).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree