Accounting Clerk III

MTC Corrections•Marana, AZ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Accounting Clerk III performs a variety of routine accounting duties in compliance with Management & Training Corporation (MTC) and customer directives at Marana Detention Center in Marana, Arizona. The role handles routine accounting records and reports, payments and funds processing, and related clerical work. The position is full-time, onsite, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., at $22.77 per hour. Regular and predictable onsite attendance is required, and overtime must be worked when directed.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
One year of varied and responsible accounting or bookkeeping experience.
U.S. citizenship or lawful U.S. permanent resident status.
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Successfully complete required preservice training after hire.
Able to work overtime when directed.

Nice To Haves

Academic training in bookkeeping or accounting.
Experience with automated accounting systems or programs.

Responsibilities

Post routine journal vouchers or accounts payable vouchers, enter vouchers in registers, and post subsidiary ledgers or simple cost accounting data.
Perform routine calculating, posting, and verification duties to obtain primary financial data.
Process payments for detainees involved in the detainee work program (DWP).
Process detainee money obtained at intake and release.
Process detainee fund deposits sent through money orders or other means.
Maintain routine accounting records and reports according to established procedures, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, inventory control, or general accounting records.
Assist with payroll as applicable.
Manage petty cash.
Perform clerical duties, including typing, filing, accumulating data, and preparing repetitive reports.