Title: Accountant: Pocahontas State Correctional Center #00015

State Role Title: Financial Services Specialist I

Hiring Range: $42,906.00 - $66,932.00

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location: Pocahontas State Corr Ctr

Agency Website: vadoc.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Assists the Business Manager and provides supervision to fiscal staff to ensure that the daily operation of the Business Office, Commissary and Warehouse are carried out according to policy and procedure. Audits and reviews financial documents and reports to ensure compliance with all the Department of Corrections and Department of Accounts policies and procedures. Assigns and reviews the work of the fiscal staff. Responds to inmate and staff questions as needed regarding Inmate Trust/Pay policies and procedures. Compiles Agency’s Accountability reports and forwards to appropriate departments. Audits all petty cash reimbursement requests for accuracy and compliance with policies and procedures. Confers with and makes recommendations to the Business Manager on accounting and fiscal matters. Responsible for reconciliation of accounts and inventories assigned to the Business Office. May assist the Warehouse Manager with ensuring goods and materials are properly received, documented, stored, distributed or transferred or destroyed for surplus.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent. Experience with procurement and (GAAP) accounting principles and practices. Have basic knowledge of computers and computer software i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Can work effectively in a team-based environment using both verbal and written communication skills. Prepare financial reports and statements. Train and direct the work of supporting staff.

Additional Considerations

Experience utilizing eVA (electronic procurement system and Cardinal.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

If selected as a finalist with the VADOC, candidates can expect the following:

Background Investigation Requirements: All applicants are subject to a background
investigation. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position.

Drug Testing Requirements: Applicants applying to a designated safety sensitive position are subject to a pre-employment drug screen. Marijuana use is prohibited for positions that require possession of a firearm or a Commercial Driver’s License in the performance of official duties such as Corrections Officers, Probation Officers, Tractor Trailer Drivers and others.

Application Requirements: Application and/or résumé for this position are only accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Electronic Recruitment System. All applications should be submitted by 11:55pm on the closing date for the position. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from the electronic application and/or résumé.

Layoff Preferences: Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Form) as issued under the Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM) Policy 1.30 Layoff (Commonwealth of VA employees only) MUST attach these forms when submitting their state application and/or résumé.

VADOC is an EEO employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity, equitable opportunities and inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

VADOC values our Veterans and encourages all to apply and receive preference in the hiring process. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other nation service alumni are also encouraged to apply. Click here for more information: Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Program - Virginia Department of Veterans Services

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: 276-945-2230

Email: EMAILED APPLICATIONS/RÉSUMÉS / WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS POSITION

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.