Accountant

Virginia Information Technologies Agency • Richmond, VA

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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.

The Accounts Receivable team is located within the Virginia Department of
Health’s Office of Financial Management (OFM). This office is a collaborative
team that oversees the operational side of the organization and assists with
compliance and reporting financial transactions. OFM provides financial
oversight to a complex, decentralized agency with many districts and
subdivisions, each with their own needs and challenges.
The Accounts Receivable team is responsible for the processing and approval of
deposit
transactions, as well as oversight of the Agency’s deposit accounts which
represent a multitude of sources and funding streams. The group strives to
provide excellent customer service and guidance to our internal and external
partners on all deposit and revenue related matters.
Each day brings new tasks within various areas of the organization and many
opportunities for innovation and learning. If you have a love of developing
business solutions and guiding for compliance, we would love for you to join us!

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees