Accounting Analyst

DHRM•Richmond, VA

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Department of Accounts’ General Accounting division is seeking an Accounting Analyst focused primarily on special projects rather than routine operations. The role supports fiscal year-end close activities, process improvements, and special projects for the General Accounting Operations unit. The Department of Accounts’ mission is to provide a uniform system of accounting, financial reporting, and internal control to protect and account for the Commonwealth’s financial resources. The position prepares and updates procedures, plans, memorandums, and guidance; analyzes year-end schedules and exception requests; and performs internal control assessment work. It also reviews and tracks legislation, including the Budget Bill, to identify effects on the Department of Accounts. The position has a hybrid schedule, with three days per week in the downtown Richmond office. Additional duties may be assigned, assistance may be required during emergencies, and occasional work outside normal scheduled hours may be needed to meet deadlines or department demands.

Requirements

Knowledge of financial management.
Ability to apply Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Experience or ability in testing internal controls.
Knowledge of project management and process improvements.
Understanding of, and ability to develop and apply, policies and procedures.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Access.
Strong organizational, analytical, oral communication, and written communication skills.
Ability to perform complex analysis of varied financial data, research and resolve financial issues, and prepare written documentation supporting findings.
Ability to collaborate effectively with management, staff, and agency personnel.
Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external staff.
Ability to conduct business with integrity and respect.
Ability to collect, maintain, and secure sensitive data.

Nice To Haves

Strong working knowledge of automated financial accounting systems such as Cardinal, Oracle, or PeopleSoft Financial applications.
Recent experience in governmental accounting.
Demonstrated experience with the CAPP Manual.
Experience performing month-end close or year-end close activities.
Knowledge of or experience with reviewing and tracking legislation.

Responsibilities

Perform fiscal year-end close activities and participate in process improvements and special projects for the General Accounting Operations unit.
Prepare annual updates to the Fiscal Year-End Closing Procedures memorandum and the Department of Accounts Internal Action Plan (IAP).
Analyze and monitor year-end schedules to ensure year-end responsibilities are completed.
Assist with updates to the Cardinal Message Board.
Prepare updates to Memorandums of Understanding with other state agencies as needed for fiscal year-end.
Analyze exception requests from Business Units.
Update and revise existing CAPP Topics and assist in developing new CAPP Topics.
Review desk procedures for accuracy and completeness and update them as needed.
Perform ARMICS tasks, including sample selection, assessments, documenting work papers, making recommendations, suggesting process improvements, and monitoring corrective action plans.
Review and track legislation, including the Budget Bill, to determine impacts to the Department of Accounts and complete special projects.
Perform additional duties as assigned and assist in the event of an emergency when required.