Accounting Manager

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  • Richmond, VA, USA
  • 01/17/2023
Full time Accounting

Job Description

Position Information

Working Title Accounting Manager - #145
Role Title Finan Svcs Spec II - 19032
Job Open Date 01/13/2023
Job Close Date 01/22/2023
Open Until Filled
Is this position funded in whole or in part by the American Recovery & Reinvestment Act (Stimulus Package)? No
Hiring Range $60,000 - $85,000
Agency Dept of Professional & Occ Reg (222)
Location Henrico - 087
Sublocation
Position Number 00145
Job Posting Number 1112484
Type of Recruitment General Public - G
Does this position have telework options? Yes
Bilingual/Multilingual Skill Requirement/Preference No
Job Type Full-Time (Salaried)
Job Type Detail Full-Time Salaried - Non-Faculty- FTS-1
Pay Band 05
Job Description

The Accounting Manager performs a wide variety of accounting activities requiring the application of accounting theory and principles. Duties include providing supervision and direction to staff to ensure that accounts payable and daily accounting operations are accomplished accurately, timely, and in compliance with state and agency policies and procedures in the areas of expenditures, travel reimbursement, payroll and recovery funds. This position reviews and approves accounting transactions; performs analysis and reconciliations, oversees recovery fund operation, oversees payroll review and certification and assists in the development and maintenance of operating procedures and internal controls. The Accounting Manager assists with year-end closing and financial reporting, including financial statement preparation and the organization of supporting documents. This position serves as the agency's Travel Charge Card Program Administrator and liaison to the Department of Accounts.

The Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation (DPOR) is an executive branch agency under the Secretary of Labor for the Commonwealth of Virginia. Our regulatory boards are comprised of practitioners and citizens appointed by the Governor and are responsible for regulating certain professions and occupations, ranging from architects and contractors to cosmetologists and professional wrestlers. DPOR supports Virginia's economic vitality by helping qualified people start businesses and work in their chosen fields. We protect the public by verifying minimum competency, investigating complaints, and upholding professional compliance with state law and regulations.

TELEWORK OPTIONS: Please note that this position may be eligible for limited telework and is not a full-time telework position. Upon hire into this position, the agency requires the incumbent to be in the position for 120 days before a specific telework schedule may be submitted for consideration.
Minimum Qualifications

  • Graduation from a college or university with major studies in accounting, business management, finance or a closely related curriculum or equivalent combination of training and experience.
  • Working knowledge of and ability to apply generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and governmental accounting standards, policies and procedures.
  • Working knowledge of supervisory principles and techniques, including staff motivation and planning and directing the work of others.
  • Strong working knowledge of automated financial/accounting systems.
  • Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines with timely, accurate and quality work products.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Ability to independently analyze data and reports in order to identify problems, and then formulate and implement solutions, demonstrating analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage people and processes.
  • Ability to develop employee work profiles and manage the performance review process.
  • Ability to promote team development and to function effectively as a team member through communication, professional interaction, and commitment to agency and section objectives.
  • Ability to exercise sound judgment in receiving and responding to customer inquiries, researching and resolving issues timely and appropriately.
  • Ability to effectively work with agency management, employees, state central agencies, and other customers.
  • Strong written and verbal communication and organization skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel or equivalent spreadsheet applications and word processing skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to utilize accounting software such as QuickBooks or similar applications.
  • Experience in performing moderately complex reconciliations.
  • Experience with year-end closing and financial reporting.
  • Experience with review of fiscal transactions for accuracy and compliance with procedures and regulations.
  • Supervisory experience.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with the Commonwealth's Accounting System (Cardinal).
  • Comprehensive knowledge of the Commonwealth Accounting Policies and Procedures (CAPP) manual.
  • Management level experience in directing staff in accounting operations, conducting complex accounting activities, and analyzing financial data.
  • CPA or Accounting Certification

Salary

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