Title: Accounting Manager

State Role Title: Financial Services Manager I

Hiring Range: $85,000 - $97,000

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Compensation Board

Location: Compensation Board

Agency Website: https://scb.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

About the Agency
The mission of the Compensation Board is to determine a reasonable budget for the participation of the Commonwealth toward the total cost of office operations for Constitutional Officers, and to assist those Officers and their staff through automation, training and other means, to improve efficiency and to enhance the level of services provided to the citizens of Virginia.

About the Position
The Accounting Manager serves as the agency’s Fiscal Officer. This position ensures accurate and timely payments to localities from the agency’s automated systems (Constitutional Officer Information Network (COIN) and Local Inmate Data System (LIDS), and directly through Cardinal for all other administrative functions. Reconciles all agency transactions and budget change transactions to the Cardinal accounting system. Ensures all financial reporting is completed accurately and timely. Ensures compliance with the Virginia Public Procurement Act and DPS purchasing regulations.

Minimum Qualifications

•Considerable knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and governmental accounting standards and practices.
•Extensive knowledge and ability to prepare complex financial reports and statements; knowledge of automated systems (Cardinal, eVA, Performance Budgeting, FAACS, etc).
•Proficient in PC-based accounting/spreadsheet and database software.
•Considerable knowledge of principles and practices of budget formulation.
•Ability to communicate effectively with staff and constituents, clarify transactions, and resolve discrepancies.
•Ability to effectively direct and supervise fiscal/accounting staff.

Additional Considerations

•Progressively responsible accounting and supervisory experience, preferably in government.
•Certification in accounting or related field.

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.

Criminal History: Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.

State applications will only be accepted as submitted online by 11:55 pm on the closing date through the Recruitment Management System (RMS). Applications submitted via email, postal mail, fax, or in person will not be considered. Applicants are expected to fully represent qualifications and work history on the State applications and or in resumes. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided in the application, resume, or other relevant documents provided; therefore, it is essential for applicants to supply detailed information. Submitting an incomplete state application/resume, or a state application/resume lacking in detail, may impact your interview eligibility. This website will provide confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your RMS Account to check the status of your application for this position.

The candidate selected for this position will be required to successfully complete a background check. State employees who have been affected by Policy 1.3 Layoff and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card) must submit the card BEFORE the closing date for this position. The card may be scanned and attached to the application or faxed to (804) 371-7401. Please include your name and the position number on the fax cover sheet. You may apply for this position at https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/home. Reasonable accommodations are available to individuals with disabilities during the application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please contact 804-225-2131 for assistance. VETERANS, PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES, AMERICORPS, PEACE CORPS, AND OTHER NATIONAL SERVICE ALUMNI ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Contact Information

Name: Marjorie McGregor

Phone: 804-338-9034

Email: marjorie.mcgregor@dhrm.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.