What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Payable Accountant position at Commonwealth of VA Careers?
Title: Accounts Payable Accountant
State Role Title: Financial Services Spec I
Hiring Range: Commensurate with Experience
Pay Band: 4
Agency: Department of Taxation
Location: Main Street Center
Agency Website: https://www.tax.virginia.gov/work-with-us
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
The Department of Taxation is seeking an accounting professional to fill the position of Accounts Payable Accountant. This position will process all agency invoices in the Cardinal accounting system, help ensure bills are paid timely and accurately, and will assist the Accounts Payable Supervisor with keying information related to travel vouchers, the small purchase charge card, fixed assets, leases, and the agency chart of accounts.
This position is located in our Central Office in downtown Richmond, Virginia.
This position is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule once fully trained.
The anticipated hiring salary is commensurate with experience, up to $67,000
As a member of the Virginia Tax team, you can expect additional benefits such as:
• Job stability and quality of life! Enjoy your work/life balance with flexible schedule options and up to two days of telework per week.
• 12 Paid State holidays on top of vacation, sick, volunteer, and personal leave!
• Comprehensive and affordable health benefits.
• Got student loans? You may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
• Participation in the Virginia Retirement System, VA 457 Deferred Comp, and more.
At Virginia Tax…
We are dedicated, resourceful individuals who strive to exceed our customers’ expectations. Not only do we serve the public, we are the public. We are a part of a community that cares about and celebrates each other, who promote opportunities for growth within a stable environment, and support a healthy work-life balance.
What we do matters. So do you.
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Experience with data analysis and skilled with using Microsoft Excel
Experience creating accounting entries in Cardinal or other accounting systems
Experience working in accounts payable and tasks such as processing invoices, verifying purchase orders, reconciling discrepancies, preparing payments and/or maintaining accurate financial and accounting records.
Excellent customer service skills and the ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization
Ability to handle multiple tasks with accuracy and attention to detail
Additional Considerations
Advanced knowledge/experience/abilities working with accounting principles to include reconciliations, budgeting and financial statements
Strong analytical skills and the ability to make sound accounting decisions
Special Instructions
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.
All Virginia Tax employees must be current with filing their tax returns ensuring they were filed in compliance with established laws, rules and regulations.
Selected candidate(s) will be required to consent to and successfully pass a background investigation which includes fingerprint-based criminal history, tax compliance, and DMV driving record (if applicable) checks. Selected candidates require a valid Driver’s License.
The selected candidate will be prohibited from performing tax or accounting services for compensation during or outside business hours.
Virginia Tax is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in the workforce. All qualified applicants are afforded equal opportunities without regard to race, sex, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, genetics, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability.
Reasonable accommodations are available to applicants with disabilities, if requested, during the application and/or interview process. If accommodations are needed, please contact Human Resources at (804) 786-3608.
Virginia Tax participates in E-verify.
Consideration for an interview is based solely on the information within the application and/or resume’.
Contact Information
Name: Virginia Tax Talent Acquisition Team
Phone: 804-786-3608
Email: hroffice@tax.virginia.gov
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
Salary : $67,000
