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BOOKKEEPER

The GEO Group, Inc.
Folkston, GA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/26/2026
Benefits Information

Full-time employees will enjoy a competitive benefits package with options for you and your family including:

  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays
  • 401(k) Matching
  • Health Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Health Savings Account
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Discount
  • Reduced Tuition Rates
  • Disability Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 401(k)
  • Pet Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Paid Training
  • Flexible Spending Account

The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Overview

Are you looking for a career you can feel good about? We hire only those that strive to do their best. By joining our family, you'll receive the honor and recognition that comes with working for the industry's global leader in evidenced based rehabilitation.

Who We Are

GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners worldwide across a spectrum of diversified correctional and community reentry services. From the development of state-of-the-art facilities and the provision of management services and evidence-based rehabilitation to the post-release reintegration and supervision of individuals in the community, GEO offers fully diversified, cost-effective services that deliver enhanced quality and improved outcomes.

Why Work For GEO

  • We believe that work is more than a place you go to every day. It is about being inspired and motivated to achieve extraordinary things.
  • Employee benefits play an important role in making The GEO Group a great place to work. At GEO, we believe in the three pillars of employee wellbeing: physical, emotional, and financial. With comprehensive benefits and competitive wages, we trust that you will find all the resources you need here to be successful.

Responsibilities

Summary

The Bookkeeper performs accounting functions including cash control, funds disbursement, accounts receivable, and accounts payable. This position requires the application of varied bookkeeping and business procedures. Work requires familiarity with company financial policies to include accounting, payroll, and other areas.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

  • The Bookkeeper processes all accounts payable, accounts receivables, checking accounts, employee payroll, and detainee payroll.
  • The Bookkeeper maintains and distributes employee payroll ensuring that employee time is accounted for per GEO Policy.
  • Makes bank deposits, writes checks, and maintains regular balance controls on all checking accounts.
  • Collects and counts all cash, money orders or certified checks that have been accepted for detainees, and credits the amount to the appropriate detainee account.
  • Develops and submits required reports relative to all aspects of accounts payable, accounts receivable, checking accounts, employee payroll, detainee payroll, and detainee trust.
  • Prepares employee travel orders, advances, and expense reimbursements.
  • Assists in month-end closing, forecasting and budgeting processes.
  • May oversee the receptionist/admin clerk in daily performance and evaluation of job duties.
  • Ensures accurate inventory of all items in the warehouse, food service, maintenance, and any other area where supplies are stored for distribution.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

  • High School Diploma or equivalent. Associate’s degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or closely related field preferred.
  • Two (2) years in an accounting related capacity.
  • General clerical aptitude. Working knowledge of business English, good grammatical and spelling skills, and ability to develop correspondence, reports, and operational directives.
  • Working knowledge of office equipment such as computer terminals, fax machines, copy machines.
  • Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age.

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