Title: Accounting Analyst
State Role Title: Financial Services Spec II
Hiring Range: $57,733 - $75,000
Pay Band: 5
Agency: Department of Accounts
Location: Main Street Center 600 East Main St. Richmond VA 23219
Agency Website: https://doa.virginia.gov/
Recruitment Type: State Employee Only - E
This position has a hybrid work schedule with three days/week working in the office in downtown Richmond, VA.
The General Accounting division in the Department of Accounts (DOA) is seeking two qualified individuals for two new Accounting Analyst positions.
DOA’s mission is to provide a uniform system of accounting, financial reporting, and internal control adequate to protect and account for the Commonwealth’s financial resources, while supporting and enhancing the recognition of Virginia as the best managed state in the union.
Job Duties
Performs fiscal year-end close activities and participates in process improvements and special projects for the General Accounting Operations unit. Prepares annual updates to the Fiscal Year-End Closing Procedures memorandum and the Department of Accounts Internal Action Plan (IAP). Analyzes and monitors year‐end schedules to ensure the completion of year‐end responsibilities. Assists with updates to the Cardinal Message Board. Prepares updates to various Memorandums of Understanding with other state agencies as needed for fiscal year-end. Analyzes exception requests from Business Units. Updates and revises existing CAPP Topics and assists in the development of new CAPP Topics. Reviews desk procedures to ensure steps are accurate and complete and updates desk procedures as needed. Performs ARMICS tasks including sample selection, assessments, documenting work papers, making recommendations, and suggesting process improvements, and monitoring corrective action plans. Reviews and tracks legislation, including the Budget Bill, to determine any impact to DOA and completes special projects.
Minimum Qualifications
Experience applying Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and financial management.
Experience using automated financial/accounting systems.
Proficient with Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, and Access).
Strong organizational; process improvement; analytical; and oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to perform complex analysis of a variety of financial data and prepare written documentation to support findings; work collaboratively with management, staff, and agency personnel; research and resolve financial issues; communicate effectively with internal and external staff; understand, develop, and apply policies and procedures; and collect, maintain, and secure sensitive supplier data; conduct business with integrity and respect.
Additional Considerations
Knowledge of GAAP especially as they relate to governmental accounting and experience testing internal controls preferred.
Experience in governmental accounting and using Oracle PeopleSoft Financial applications preferred.
May be required to perform other duties as assigned by management.
May be required to work additional hours on occasion, outside of normal business hours, to support business unit demands and deadlines.
Due to the demands of the fiscal year-end closing timeframe, limited time off will be approved during June and July of each year.
Special Instructions
This position has a hybrid work schedule with three days/week working in the office in downtown Richmond, VA.
Applications for this position will only be accepted online through the State website.
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status for this position. Applicants requiring sponsorship for a work visa or a certifying employer for a STEM OPT extension need not apply. No faxed, mailed, or emailed applications will be accepted. Applications must be submitted online by 11:55 pm EST on the closing date for consideration.
DOA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, supports diversity in the workplace, and is certified as a Virginia Values Veterans employer. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
All job offers will be contingent upon successful completion of reference checks and a criminal background check.
Contact Information
Name: Human Resources
Phone: (804) 225-3038
Email: humanresources@doa.virginia.gov
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.