What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant I position at City of Chesapeake?
Position Information
Working Title of Vacant Position
Accountant I
Job Type
Full Time
Posting Type
City Employees Only
Number of Vacancies
1
Department
PLANNING
Division
PLANNING
Requisition Number
2025086
Number of hours worked per week
40
Work Schedule
8:00am-5:00pm Monday-Friday. Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.
Work Site Location
Chesapeake, VA
Position Driving Requirement
O - Occasional
Pay Grade
GE13
Pay Basis
Semi-Monthly
Advertised Salary
$58,964-$78,128/yearly; Depending on experience
Job Description
The City of Chesapeake, Virginia Planning Department is looking for an accountant to oversee all financial functions of the department and ensure we operate in a fiscally responsible and sustainable manner. The ideal candidate enjoys a team atmosphere, is able to track a variety of projects, understands accounting principles, and has excellent communication skills. The Planning Department’s accountant will oversee finances related to HUD Community Development Block Grants (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnership Program (HOME) multi-year grant funds, open space preservation accounts, and various other grants. In addition, this position will process payments for several capital improvement projects and development review related fees. Knowledge of PeopleSoft (Oracle) and Microsoft products (SharePoint, Excel, Word) is preferred.
Required Qualifications
Vocational/Educational Requirement: Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in accounting or a closely related field.
Experience: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of two years of related, full-time equivalent experience.
Special Certifications and Licenses: Depending on department operational needs, may require valid driver’s license and driving record in compliance with City Driving Standards.
Special Requirements: Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.
Experience: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of two years of related, full-time equivalent experience.
Special Certifications and Licenses: Depending on department operational needs, may require valid driver’s license and driving record in compliance with City Driving Standards.
Special Requirements: Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.
Preferred Qualifications
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date
02/04/2025
Job Close Date
02/18/2025
Open Continuous
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
This position is available to employees of the City of Chesapeake only.
ADA Checklist
Overall Physical Strength Demands
Overall Physical Strength Demands
S=Sedentary - Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or small weights frequently; sitting most of the time.
Physical Demands
C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.
Standing
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Sitting
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Walking
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Lifting
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Lifting Amount
Exerting up to 10 lbs
Carrying
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Carrying Weight
Exerting up to 10 lbs
Pushing/Pulling
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Pushing/Pulling Weight
Exerting up to 10 lbs
Reaching
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Handling
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Fine Dexterity
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Kneeling
N = Never
Crouching
Never- Never occurs.
Crawling
Never- Never occurs.
Bending
Never- Never occurs.
Twisting
N = Never
Climbing
Never- Never occurs.
Balancing
Never- Never occurs.
Vision
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Hearing
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Talking
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Foot Controls
N = Never
Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used
Protective Equipment Required
Health and Safety
D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never
Mechanical Hazards
N = Never
Chemical Hazards
N = Never
Electrical Hazards
N = Never
Fire Hazards
N = Never
Explosives
N = Never
Communicable Diseases
S = Seasonally
Physical Danger or Abuse
N = Never
Other
If Other, Description
Environmental Factors
D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never
Dirt and Dust
N = Never
Extreme Temperatures
S = Seasonally
Noise and Vibration
N = Never
Fumes and Odors
N = Never
Wetness/Humidity
S = Seasonally
Darkness or Poor Lighting
N = Never
Primary Work Location
Office Environment
Non-Physical Demands
C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.
Time Pressures
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Emergency Situations
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Frequent Change of Tasks
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Tedious or Exacting Work
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Noisy/Distracting Environment
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Other
N = Never
If Other, Description
Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)
No
Professional References
Professional References
Please provide contact information for professional references.
Minimum Requests
0
Maximum Requests
4
Salary : $58,964 - $78,128
