Salary: $60,000
Location: 10641 US-80, Meridian, MS 39307
Status: Full Time
Benefit package includes:
Ready for a meaningful career in criminal justice? Work with a purpose! East Mississippi Correctional Facility located in Meridian, MS. is now hiring career-minded people to assist with securing the safety of our community while positively impacting the lives of those on the inside.
Reports to the warden. Directly supervises the buyer, warehouse supervisor, commissary supervisor, laundry manager, and clerks. Responsible for performing accounting and audit functions within the general accounting function and summarizing data for periodic operating statements and management information in compliance with American Correctional Association (ACA) standards, Management & Training Corporation (MTC) and Mississippi Department of Corrections (MDOC) directives.
Essential Functions:
1. Supervise the preparation of data input for developing financial statements and management
information reports, including monthly accounting journal entries, overhead application schedules,
bank reconciliations, general ledger account analyses and monthly financial statement.
2. Prepare the departmental budget; monitor and control expenditures.
3. Develop and implement new and revised policies and procedures affecting accounting.
4. Prepare and maintain cost data and related analyses pertaining to facility operations.
5. Audit the output of the accounts payable and cashier functions.
6. Provide staff training and feedback. Evaluate staff performance.
7. Oversee cash disbursements journal, general ledger and cost ledger by recording accounting
transactions, preparing reconciliations and financial tabulations as assigned.
8. Ensure the balancing of books and compilation of statistical reports such as cash expenditures,
departmental costs and other pertinent reports.
9. Supervise incoming and prepare outgoing interdivisional billings, reconcile and clear interdivisional accounts and prepare associated journal entries.
10. Prepare month-end closing of financial books, facility and corporate financial reports. Review reports for accuracy and resolve problems.
11. Oversee the warehouse supervisor and warehouse activities.
12. Oversee the mailroom.
13. Regular and predictable attendance on-site is required.
14. Coordinate with other facility staff concerning accounting matters.
15. Promote the development of positive social skills through modeling appropriate behaviors and
intervening when inappropriate behaviors are observed. Provide regular feedback to staff regarding
social skills procedures and intervention techniques.
16. Maintain accountability of staff, inmates and property; adhere to safety practices.
It is expected that the incumbent shall perform other duties as assigned within his/her capabilities as
determined by management.
Education and Experience Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in accounting or business administration and two (2) years of finance, accounting, or related experience required, or four (4) years related experience in lieu of education. One (1) year of supervisory experience preferred. Experience with automated accounting systems or programs desired. Valid driver’s license in the state of Mississippi with an acceptable driving record required, unless waived by management.
Post Hire Requirements:
Must successfully complete annual in-service training requirements.
Management & Training Corporation (MTC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, disabled status, veteran status, genetic information, national origin, or any other category protected by federal law. MTC participates in E-Verify. We strive to provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans, in our job application and hiring process. If you are interested in employment opportunities with Management & Training Corporation and need assistance, please contact our staffing department through customersupport@mtctrains.com or 801-693-2888.
Learn more about Management & Training Corporation here
Founded in 1981, Management & Training Corporation (MTC) is a privately- held company based in Centerville, Utah. MTC successfully operates Job Corps, corrections, medical, and international workforce development contracts serving disadvantaged populations. MTC's track record of integrity, leadership, performance, and innovation has made it the U.S. Department of Labor's largest Job Corps operator and the third-largest operator of private adult correctional facilities.
MTC is people helping people. MTC is trained professionals with decades of experience, assisting others in getting their lives back on track. MTC has spent decades educating and training people to become productive citizens.
Today MTC employs more than 8,000 people around the world who recognize the learning potential of others. MTC creates cultures where learning is encouraged and recognized. Self-respect, confidence, and program accomplishments create opportunities to improve quality of life.
MTC consists of four divisions: Job Corps, Corrections, MTC Medical, and International Development. Each of these divisions provides life-changing opportunities through academic, career, technical, and social skills training programs.
