Accountant

DHRM•Richmond, VA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs professional level work of moderate difficulty requiring the application of accounting theory and principles. Characteristic duties: develop methods of recording fiscal transactions, allocate funds, update and maintain accounting systems, independently prepare financial statements/reports/cost analyses, and develop and present budgets and other financial information for review. Other major duties: all functions of compensation accounting including assuring timely processing of payrolls, distribution of checks, preparing federal/state tax reporting, fringe benefits and premium conversion. May supervise or lead fiscal paraprofessionals and/or other support personnel. This is a restricted position, which is solely funded by the DWSRF- 4% Set aside for October 2026 period ending 2028-09-29. The availability of funding is scheduled to be reviewed annually and periodically thereafter. Continued employment is contingent on the continued availability of funds.

Requirements

Working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and practices including cost accounting
Knowledge of the use of data processing techniques in maintaining accounting records
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
Demonstrated ability to apply and adapt established accounting methods to a variety of financial transactions and records and multiple funding streams
Demonstrated ability to design and compile financial reports and statements

Responsibilities

Develop methods of recording fiscal transactions
Allocate funds
Update and maintain accounting systems
Independently prepare financial statements/reports/cost analyses
Develop and present budgets and other financial information for review
Perform all functions of compensation accounting including assuring timely processing of payrolls, distribution of checks, preparing federal/state tax reporting, fringe benefits and premium conversion
May supervise or lead fiscal paraprofessionals and/or other support personnel