Job Duties: Serves as Lead Accounting Analyst and performs and/or reviews daily, weekly, and monthly analyses and reconciliations, recurring and nonrecurring journal entries, and participates in special projects for the General Accounting Operations unit. Works alongside colleagues in a learning or teaching capacity to cross-train on particular duties or assignments; ensures all complex or critical issues brought to his/her attention are discussed with the Assistant Director; provides input to Assistant Director regarding performance of other staff; regularly reviews desk procedures to ensure steps are accurate and complete; prepares Request Tracking System and Quick Fix documentation based on user requirements; Prepares responses to requests under the Freedom of Information Act; reviews the daily Cash Reconciliation; reviews correspondence to agencies regarding items of concern; reviews and/or prepares journal entries for corrections; reviews Interest Calculations analyses; reviews criteria for scheduling the daily Statement of Cash Position of Funds reports from Cardinal; reviews Higher Education Institution restructuring allocation schedules, reconciliations, and other analyses; reviews and/or prepares Cardinal entries; performs and/or reviews accounting and control activities peculiar to year-end processing; analyzes Appropriation Act and year‐end schedules to ensure the completion of year‐end responsibilities; analyzes and tracks legislation, including the Budget Bill; reviews, approves, and posts daily Comptroller’s Debt Setoff (CDS) journal entry in Cardinal; reviews CDS information for inclusion in the Quarterly Report; and communicates with agencies, constituents, and others regarding CDS.

Minimum Qualifications: Considerable knowledge of automated financial accounting systems; generally accepted accounting principles; and Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, and Access). Strong organizational; process improvement; analytical; and oral and written communication skills. Considerable experience applying generally accepted accounting principles and financial management; and using automated financial/accounting systems. 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; identify alternatives and propose changes that improve quality and efficiency; and organize and evaluate the work of others.

Preferred Qualifications: Degree in Accounting preferred. Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) especially as they relate to governmental accounting preferred. Experience relating to governmental accounting and with Oracle PeopleSoft Financial applications; and supervising staff and/or working in a leadership position preferred.

**This position has a hybrid work schedule with at least three days per week in the office in downtown Richmond, Virginia.

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.

State applications for this position will only be accepted online through the State website at https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/jobs/lead-accounting-analyst-richmond-virginia-united-states.

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 visa sponsorship 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.

The current post is scheduled to close on April 9, 2023.

This position serves as a Lead Vendor Maintenance Analyst for the Commonwealth Vendor Group (CVG) and provides guidance to ensure compliance with all applicable vendor maintenance policies and procedures under the Assistant Director for Compliance Oversight and Federal Reporting. Reviews fiscal/procurement vendors created/updated in Cardinal by CVG Analysts; provides consultation and mentoring for routine inquiries; backs up Assistant Director in answering questions/providing guidance to other agencies; provides input to planning and other project administrative items; reviews system capabilities and suggests methods of enhancing current operations; processes spreadsheet uploads through CVG’s upload tool in Cardinal; completes user enrollment for DOA’s Secure Forms System; reviews procurement data updates from the eVA Error Log; downloads daily eVA Interface information; assists with managing the CVG email account and responding to hotline calls; responds to vendor inquiries; assists agencies with vendor-related 1099 issues; provides assistance in updating and/or developing training modules and job aids; develops, updates, and reviews drafts of desk procedures; develops and updates policies related to CVG; assists with managing the 1099 email account; and reviews updates to 1099 procedures for accuracy according to IRS regulation changes/updates.

Minimum Qualifications: Knowledge of advanced project management techniques; government financial practices including vendor data management; W-9s; vendor-related 1099s; and data collection and analysis. Knowledge of government purchasing policies and procedures; and eVA and its functionality preferred. Strong customer service; multitasking; time management; verbal and written communication; Microsoft Office (Word and Excel); and database skills. Ability to review the work of others and provide feedback; serve as a subject matter expert; enter and analyze data; research and make recommendations; organize statistical and technical information in clear reports; analyze and resolve complex problems; establish and maintain strong working relationship with customers; work independently in a professional manner in fast-paced environment; and build effective teams and foster teamwork among staff members.

Preferred Qualifications: Degree in accounting, business, or related field preferred. Experience with automated financial systems; Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems; vendor database management; writing and/or updating procedures; and working in a shared services/internal service delivery role. Experience with Cardinal Financials (Oracle PeopleSoft); eVA procurement system; creating training materials; leading teams/groups; and providing guidance and/or training on specific job tasks preferred.

**This position has a hybrid work schedule with at least three days per week in the office in downtown Richmond, Virginia. Local travel may be required. Work is performed on site at state agencies and at DOA offices.

Qualified applicants should submit an application via the state jobs website. You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application/résumé/cover letter is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status for this position.

Applicants requiring visa sponsorship 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.

State applications for this position will only be accepted online through the State website at https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/jobs/lead-vendor-maintenance-analyst-cvg-richmond-virginia-united-states.

The current post is scheduled to close on April 10, 2023.

This position conducts Quality Assurance Reviews (QARs) of state agencies’ Comptroller’s Directive submissions and provides guidance to agencies regarding compliance with Commonwealth Accounting Policies and Procedures (CAPP) Manual Topics related to expenditure processing, financial reporting, and internal control standards. As a member of a QAR team, analyzes and evaluates financial data to ensure the agency has adequate support and is reasonable and materially accurate; examines and assesses system reconciliations and other data to ensure reasonableness of information recorded in accounting system; surveys risk management and internal control documentation for compliance with minimum requirements; analyzes and evaluates disbursement transactions, and relevant agency policies and procedures for compliance with CAPP Manual Standards; selects and obtains representative samples of agency transactions; ensures a sufficient understanding of various documentation and directives to allow for efficient and effective QARs; compiles and organizes working papers in a logical manner; drafts thorough, well-documented written communications and accurate statistical data detailing QAR results; and provides guidance to state agencies.

Temporary duties include performing subrecipient monitoring reviews of CARES Act – Coronavirus Relief Fund (CRF) subrecipients, to include coordinating with localities to ensure all necessary documentation to support expenditure of CRF dollars is collected, reviewed, and corrected.

Minimum Qualifications: Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, especially as they relate to governmental accounting; automated financial accounting systems; internal controls; and data processing systems. Strong interpersonal; writing; analytical; and Microsoft Office (Word and Excel) skills. Demonstrated ability to analyze fiscal processes and related internal controls; analyze financial transactions and reports; communicate effectively verbally and in writing; work independently and be self-motivated; work in a team environment; understand, develop and apply policies and procedures; identify alternatives and propose changes that improve quality and efficiency; adapt to a changing environment and handle multiple priorities; and conduct business with integrity and respect. Experience working in accounting or fiscal services. Valid driver’s license required.

Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of financial reporting in a government environment; government auditing process; Agency Risk Management and Internal Control (ARMICS) Standards; Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO) Standards; and GASB reporting requirements. Degree in accounting or related field. Professional accounting or auditing certification (e.g. CPA, CGFM, CFE, CIA).

**This position has a hybrid work schedule with at least three days per week in the office in downtown Richmond, Virginia. Local travel required. Work is performed on site at state agencies and at DOA offices.

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

Applicants requiring visa sponsorship 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.

State applications for this position will only be accepted online through the State website at https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/jobs/financial-quality-assurance-analyst-richmond-virginia-united-states.

The current post is scheduled to close on March 28, 2023.

The Department of Accounts (DOA) seeks a highly motivated professional interested in furthering their accounting/financial career to work in the Payroll Service Bureau. 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. We are hiring for multiple positions to follow strict operating standards necessary to perform quality assurance reviews and provide excellent customer service.

This position independently performs the processing, analysis, and reconciliation responsibilities associated with the administration of the payroll and benefits accounting functions for a high volume assigned agencies and reviews the work of analysts per required documents. Ensures that payroll, leave, and benefit information is processed promptly and in compliance with federal and state laws and regulations; provides processing support as needed to cover operational workload requirements; provides input to Assistant Directors regarding performance of other staff; processes complex payroll, benefits, and leave transactions for multiple salaried and wage payroll certifications each month; reviews reports to correct errors and make necessary updates; handles court-ordered withholdings, direct deposits, and voluntary deductions; balances and processes time and attendance data; prepares payments for distribution to assigned agencies and third parties; pursues collection of overpayments; audits and processes leave payouts; analyzes and resolves exceptions; performs monthly reconciliations; produces reports for agency monitor responsibilities; administers non-Virginia taxes; assists with the preparation of the fiscal year leave liability analysis for HCM Absence user agencies; files associated documents; and provides and assures excellent customer service for assigned agencies.

Minimum requirements: Considerable knowledge of generally accepted payroll and accounting principles and practices; and Microsoft Office applications (including Word, Excel). Strong oral and written communication; mathematical; customer service; accurate data entry; multitasking; teamwork; time management; and analytical skills. Ability to review the work of others and provide feedback; serve as a subject matter expert; independently review and apply established policies, procedures, standards, and regulations; work independently within existing guidelines and policies in a fast-paced environment; analyze a wide variety of data and determine appropriate handling; adapt to changes in policies, procedures, and priorities proficiently; work independently; handle multiple work assignments of varying complexity simultaneously and inform management of the status of work completion; manage details with few errors; interpret instructional materials and execute business processes accordingly; analyze problems of varied and considerable difficulty and determine appropriate resolutions; read and analyze reconciliation reports of varied and considerable difficulty; prepare certifications and reconciliations proficiently; interact with various levels of participating agencies’ management; maintain a strong level of professionalism in all interactions; and display emotional maturity necessary for this position. Experience working in payroll operations.

Preferred requirement: Working knowledge of HCM Cardinal System, to include Human Resources, Benefits Admin, and Payroll; Payroll and Leave Accounting CAPP topics; state human resource policies governing compensation and benefits programs. Degree in accounting or related field. Experience working with state payroll and benefits; providing quality assurance reviews of payroll and benefits activity; processing high volumes of payroll; and working with benefits processing and/or leave accounting preferred; related experience in high-volume environments strongly preferred.

This position has a hybrid work schedule with at least three days per week in the office in downtown Richmond, Virginia.

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

Applicants requiring visa sponsorship 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.

State applications for this position will only be accepted online through the State website at https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/jobs/payroll-benefits-analyst-senior-richmond-virginia-united-states.

The current post is scheduled to close on March 24, 2023.

The General Accounting division in the Department of Accounts (DOA) is seeking a qualified individual for an EDI Coordinator position. 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.

This position provides customer service and administrative support for the Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) program. Reviews, validates, and processes EDI enrollment forms and payee-submitted Notification of Change (NOC) forms; researches and provides resolution to EDI/ACH enrollment issues; communicates with agency EDI Coordinators regarding policies as needed; manages the EDI telephone hotline and multiple EDI email accounts; manages the flow of EDI enrollment documents; develops and maintains an effective electronic filing system for EDI enrollment documents, vendor communication documents, and exception documents; processes Stop Payment requests; recommends accounting policies and procedures related to the responsibilities of the position; and notifies and works with management to create or revise desk procedures.

This position has a hybrid work schedule with at least three days per week in the office in downtown Richmond, Virginia.

Minimum requirements: Knowledge of financial management principles and practices; automated financial accounting systems; and Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, and Access). Strong organizational; written and oral communication; analytical; process improvement; research; problem solving; and time management skills. Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively with management, staff, and agency personnel; conduct business with integrity and respect; record and compile data accurately; identify alternatives and propose changes that improve quality and efficiency; communicate effectively with internal and external staff; understand, develop, and apply policies and procedures; and collect, maintain, and secure sensitive supplier data. Experience with providing written customer service; maintaining electronic filing systems; research; problem solving; using automated financial/accounting systems; and working in accounting or finance positions.

Preferred requirement: Knowledge of EDI/ACH programs; and governmental accounting financial management principles and practices. Associate’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field. Experience working in an EDI/ACH programs; and with Oracle/PeopleSoft/Cardinal Financial applications. Experience with Cardinal Financials highly preferred.

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.

Applicants requiring visa sponsorship 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.

We are seeking to hire one individual from this posting for Position #00049. The current post is scheduled to close on March 12, 2023.

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.

State applications for this position will only be accepted online through the State website at: https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/jobs/edi-coordinator-richmond-virginia-united-states.

The General Accounting division in the Department of Accounts (DOA) is seeking a qualified individual for an EDI Analyst position. 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.

This position serves as an Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) analyst in the EDI Unit. This position performs accounting and control activities for year-end processing; prepares and distributes annual confirmation communication to Commonwealth’s EDI trading partners to obtain up to date banking and contact information; reviews accounts payable industry standards for EDI processing/ACH transactions; prepares EDI activity and banking data analysis; prepares and completes the daily EDI Reconciliation; updates the Commonwealth Pay Cycle dates and prepares the documentation; ensures the Holiday Pay Cycle Schedule is prepared; researches and helps resolve payment issues related to daily payments; prepares analysis and journal entry for the Quarterly Travel Check Charges; reviews, validates, and processes EDI enrollment forms; researches and provides resolution to EDI enrollment issues; assists in the design and implementation of projects and methodologies related to EDI and Pay Cycle; works alongside colleagues in a learning or teaching capacity to cross train on particular duties or assignments; and regularly reviews desk procedures to ensure steps are accurate and complete.

This position has a hybrid work schedule with at least three days per week in the office in downtown Richmond, Virginia.

Minimum requirements: Considerable knowledge of automated financial accounting systems; and Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, and Access). Strong organizational; written and oral communication; process improvement; analytical; research; problem solving; and time management 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; collect, maintain, and secure sensitive supplier data; conduct business with integrity and respect; and identify alternatives and propose changes that improve quality and efficiency. Experience with providing written customer service; research; problem solving; using automated financial/accounting systems; working in an EDI/ACH program; and developing and modifying EDI/ACH systems and programs.

Preferred requirement: Knowledge of EDI/ACH programs, policies and controls; and financial management principles and practices. Degree in accounting, finance or related field preferred. Experience relating to governmental accounting; and with Oracle PeopleSoft Financial applications. Experience with Cardinal Financials highly preferred.

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.

Applicants requiring visa sponsorship 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. We are seeking to hire one individual from this posting for Position #00358. The current post is scheduled to close on March 12, 2023.

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.

State applications for this position will only be accepted online through the State website at: https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/jobs/edi-analyst-richmond-virginia-united-states.

The Department of Accounts (DOA) seeks a financial professional to work in the Financial Reporting unit. 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.

This position ensures the accurate and complete compilation and analysis of complex financial data for inclusion in the Preliminary Report, Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR), Monthly Revenue Report, Monthly Cash and Investment Report (MCI), and annual Comptroller’s Financial Statement Directives. Compiles and analyzes financial data; adjusts data so it conforms with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP); develops financial statements; prepares working papers to support statements; updates assigned program areas and ensures that data agrees; meets stringent timeframes with high accuracy; updates and tests financial reporting directives for state agencies; reviews and interprets Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) and other accounting pronouncements to determine impact on assignments and the Commonwealth; prepares various monthly reports; and reviews, evaluates, and resolves issues with state agency financial submissions.

Minimum requirements: Required qualifications include considerable knowledge of automated financial accounting systems; generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP); Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) and other accounting pronouncements; and financial reporting. Strong oral and written communication; financial analysis; Microsoft Office (especially Excel); organizational; time management; teamwork; and interpersonal skills. Ability to collect data; perform complex analysis/reconciliations of a variety of financial data; prepare written documentation to support findings; research and resolve financial issues; analyze financial transactions and reports; develop financial reports; work independently and as part of a team; understand, develop, and apply policies and procedures; research and interpret regulatory guidelines; conduct business with integrity and respect; communicate effectively with internal/external staff; make recommendations and report findings; and professionally correspond with and maintain a positive working relationship with coworkers and external organizations. Experience in accounting or finance; and completing complex financial reconciliations.

Preferred requirement: Preferred qualifications include knowledge of GAAP as they relate to governmental entities; and financial reporting in a government environment. Experience with working in governmental or non-profit accounting; financial statement preparation or audit; Oracle PeopleSoft Financials applications; and developing financial guidance.

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.

Applicants requiring visa sponsorship 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.

This position is being recruited as Open Until Filled. The first review of applications will occur on March 8, 2023.

This position has a hybrid work schedule with at least three days per week in the office in downtown Richmond, Virginia.

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.

State applications for this position will only be accepted online through the State website at https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/jobs/financial-reporting-analyst-richmond-virginia-united-states.