What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant - Information Technology position at City of Chesapeake?
Position Information
Working Title of Vacant Position
Accountant - Information Technology
Job Type
Full Time
Posting Type
Public
Number of Vacancies
1
Department
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Division
IT ADMINISTRATION
Requisition Number
2025207
Number of hours worked per week
40
Work Schedule
8:00am – 5:00pm Monday-Friday;
This position is on -site and does not qualify for remote work.
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.
This position is on -site and does not qualify for remote work.
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
N - Never
Pay Grade
GE13
Pay Basis
Semi-Monthly
Advertised Salary
$58,964 – $70,000; Depending on qualifications and experience.
Job Description
TThe City of Chesapeake’s Department of Information Technology is looking for a driven, detail-savvy professional to become the go-to expert for all things procurement and accounts payable on our Financial Team!
In this key role, you’ll keep our operations running smoothly by managing requisitions, verifying contracts for invoice approvals, reconciling vendor and purchase order statements, and making sure every financial move aligns with the City’s procurement policies.
You’ll be the department’s subject matter expert (SME) in our City’s Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, PeopleSoft—crafting and managing requisitions, matching invoices to POs, and guiding our tech teams through the ins and outs of procurement in both OpenGov and PeopleSoft.
We’re looking for a problem-solving pro with:
- Stellar organizational skills and laser-sharp attention to detail
- A customer-focused mindset and a collaborative spirit
- The ability to research, document, and share knowledge with ease
- Strong communication skills and the initiative to take the lead
If you’re a self-starter ready to make a difference, help our team stay on track, and thrive in a fast-paced environment—we want to hear from you!
Apply today and be part of a team that keeps the City’s technology and finance in sync.
Candidate should have experience in the following areas:
- Microsoft 365 including Outlook, Word, and Excel
- Reconciling accounts payable information
- Reconciling purchase order information
- Preparing and maintaining various financial reports in Excel
- Matching contract information including pricing to requisitions for goods and services
- Manage and implement approximately 300 requisitions to invoices per month
- Research and reply to vendor inquiries and solve related billing issues
The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure for a full list of benefits and employee perks.
#PeopleSoft #OpenGov #accountspayable #accounting
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 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 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
Understanding of basic governmental accounting and procurement rules
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date
04/25/2025
Job Close Date
05/11/2025
Open Continuous
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
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
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
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
N = Never
Pushing/Pulling Weight
N/A
Reaching
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Handling
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Fine Dexterity
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Kneeling
N = Never
Crouching
Never- Never occurs.
Crawling
Never- Never occurs.
Bending
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
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
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 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
N = Never
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
N = Never
Noise and Vibration
N = Never
Fumes and Odors
N = Never
Wetness/Humidity
N = Never
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
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Emergency Situations
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Frequent Change of Tasks
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Tedious or Exacting Work
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Noisy/Distracting Environment
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Other
If Other, Description
Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)
The supervisor will assist as well as training within the City.
Professional References
Professional References
Please provide contact information for professional references.
Minimum Requests
0
Maximum Requests
4
Salary : $58,964 - $70,000
