Staff Accountant

Job Title: Staff Accountant

Location: Hampton, VA (Onsite)

We are currently seeking candidates who meet the following qualification

Responsibilities

• General Ledger & Financial Support:
• Provide accounting support for monthly closings, periodic reviews, and annual audits.
• Ensure the accuracy of general ledger funds and financial reports.
• Maintain capital assets records within financial software systems.
• Track and monitor capital expenditures to ensure fiscal compliance with grant contracts.
• Grant Management & Cash Flow:
• Prepare periodic invoices and bills for external grant funding agencies.
• Assist departments in financial assessments of grant projects, ensuring proper tracking of expenditures.
• Support cash management processes, including monitoring cash balances and cash flow to maintain financial stability.
• Reporting & Record Management:
• Compile routine and ad hoc reports, providing necessary financial data and insights.
• Manage records created and received in compliance with the Hampton Roads Transit Records Management Policies and Procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned related to accounting and grants management.
  

Required Knowledge, Abilities, And Skills

• Solid understanding of fund accounting principles and concepts.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• High attention to detail and strong time-management skills.
• Ability to independently prepare routine reports, presentations, and correspondence with minimal supervision.
  
  

Required Software Knowledge And Skills

• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, including Excel for financial analysis and reporting.
• Experience using PeopleSoft accounting modules, as well as reporting tools such as NVision, Crystal Reports, and Query.
• Basic problem-solving skills related to software applications used in accounting and reporting.
  
  

Qualifications

Education & Certifications:

• Required:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Experience in grant administration is preferred.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, along with proficiency in microcomputers and analytical skills.
  

Licenses & Special Requirements

• Required:
• A valid Driver’s License; must obtain a Virginia Driver's License within 60 days of hire if coming from out of state.
• Non-essential personnel status for this position.
  

FLSA Status

• Non-Exempt
  
  

If you meet these qualifications, please submit your application via link provided in Linkedin.

Kindly do not call the general line to submit your application.