Accounting Clerk, Community Corrections

Core Civic • San Diego, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

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 an Accounting Clerk, Community Corrections who has a passion for providing the highest quality care in a residential setting. Come join a team that is dedicated to making an impact for the people and communities we serve.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED certification or equivalent and two years experience in accounting or a closely related field is required.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• Must demonstrate a knowledge of accepted accounting principles and Excel.
• Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 18 years of age.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency of Microsoft Word for Windows is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Verify and post business transactions, such as purchase orders, accounts payable and other types of expenditures or receipts, to the appropriate account.
• Assist with or prepare accounts payable packages, accounts payable accruals, check requests, petty cash reimbursements, and bank reconciliation's accurately and in accordance with policy and procedures.
• Compile, prepare and accurately maintain a variety of standard operating records and reports, including those required by management, contracting agency and/or government regulations; review reports and records produced by staff; properly process all reports and documents in a timely manner.
• Accurately input numeric and alphanumeric data, to include checks, statements, reports and other records, and produce finished documents efficiently, using applications software programs on a computerized system; copy, compile and distribute as necessary.
• Create and/or maintain general files in an organized manner, to include sorting, labeling, filing and retrieving, in accordance with CoreCivic file retention and storage procedures; guards against unauthorized access to the records; and maintains confidentiality and security of records.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED