Staff Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

ExecRecruitment is a global professional service provider based in Texas. Our singular focus is recruiting top talents and enhancing career growth.

One of our direct client is actively seeking a Staff Accountant. The Staff Accountant works under the supervision of the Assistant Director of Finance and provides accounting and administrative support for the agency’s financial activity. The Staff Accountant shall be responsible for analyses associated with the various operating accounts and grants received by the Transportation District Commission of Hampton Roads (TDCHR). The incumbent must meet multiple demands on a timely basis.

Essential Job Functions :

Duties listed are not intended to be all inclusive nor to limit duties that might reasonably be assigned.)

• Provides accounting support for monthly closings, periodic reviews, and annual audits.
• Provides accounting support to ensure general ledger funds and financial reports are accurate.
• Records and maintains capital assets in the financial software.
• Prepares periodic invoices / bills to external grant funding agencies.
• Monitors and tracks capital expenditures to ensure fiscal compliance of grant contracts.
• Assists departments with financial assessments of grants projects.
• Assist with cash management by tracking cash balances and cash flow.
• Assists with compilation of routine and ad hoc reports as needed.
• Manage records created and received in compliance with the Hampton Roads Transit Records Management Policies and Procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Abilities and Skills essential to Job Functions :

Required Software Knowledge and Skills essential to Job Functions :

Proficiency in using computer systems and the listed software applications associated with performance of assigned work is essential.  Basic problem-solving skills associated with software applications used is expected.   Software usage relevant to job duties will be evaluated.

Software applications :

MS office suite programs including, PeopleSoft accounting modules, and reporting tools such as query, NVision and Crystal reports.

Safety Responsibility :

Perform all job duties and responsibilities in a safe manner to protect oneself, fellow employees, and the public from injury or harm. Promote safety awareness and follow safety procedures and policies. Take an active part in reporting unsafe conditions and any hazards within the workplace to their Supervisor, Manager and / or the Safety Department.

Qualifications :

Training and / or Education :

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration, or other related field; previous experience in grant administration preferred; demonstration of adequate communication, microcomputer, and analytical skills required; must demonstrate effective oral and written communication.

Licenses or Certificates :

Possess a valid Driver's License. Acquire a Virginia Driver's License within 60 days after the date of hire (in instances when an out of state license is not the applicant's current state of residence).

Special Requirements :

This position is classified as non-essential personnel.

FLSA Status : Non-exempt

Physical Demands :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Unusual Demands :

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Work involves meeting multiple demands on a timely basis.  Duties may require some seasonal overtime.

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