Accountant II

Appone; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Richmond Behavioral Health Authority (RBHA) is seeking an experienced Accountant to apply accounting principles to financial records, reporting, and compliance, with autonomy to support budgeting, audits, and analysis across departments. You will manage month-end and year-end closings, ensure GAAP compliance, and assist with external audits, while guiding junior staff.

This role requires a Bachelor's in accounting or finance, 3–5 years of experience, and strong Excel and financial systems

Qualifications

• Knowledge of GAAP, financial analysis, and compliance.
• Skill in preparing complex reports and reconciliations.
• Ability to interpret regulations and apply accounting standards.
• Ability to support strategic financial planning.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze financial statements and reports.
• Manage month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and agency policies.
• Support budget development and monitoring.
• Assist with external audits and regulatory reporting.
• Provide guidance to junior accounting staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial analysis

Regulatory compliance

Reports & reconciliations

Regulations interpretation

Strategic financial planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

CPA or equivalent certification

Tools

Excel

Financial systems

Job description

The Finance Department at RBHA manages the agency’s financial operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and transparency. The team includes the CFO, Controller, Finance Manager, Financial Reporting Analyst, Senior Accountant, and Staff Accountants I & II. Department responsibilities include budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, grants management, internal controls, accounts payable and receivable, audit preparation, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

Job Summary

Apply accounting principles to manage financial records, reporting, and compliance with greater autonomy. Support budgeting, audits, and financial analysis across departments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential duties and primary responsibilities below are intended to describe the general requirements of this job and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. ?Other duties may be assigned.

• Prepare and analyze financial statements and reports
• Manage month-end and year-end closing processes
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and agency policies
• Support budget development and monitoring
• Assist with external audits and regulatory reporting
• Provide guidance to junior accounting staff
• Other duties as assigned

Position Requirements

Minimum Qualifications- Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
• 3-5 years of accounting experience
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial systems
• OR?an equivalent combination of education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities that demonstrates the capacity to perform the essential functions of the position, as permitted by applicable regulatory standards.
• Possession of a valid Virginia driver's license and a satisfactory driving record in accordance with agency policy.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA or equivalent certification
• Experience in government or grant accounting

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of GAAP, financial analysis, and compliance
• Skill in preparing complex reports and reconciliations
• Ability to interpret regulations and apply accounting standards
• Ability to support strategic financial planning

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This position may provide informal guidance or training to other staff but does not function in a formal supervisory capacity.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. While this role may involve desk-based tasks, employees must be able to ambulate independently, operate a motor vehicle, and transition between office and field environments. Field-based responsibilities may include walking short distances, climbing stairs, and carrying essential work items such as a laptop.
• Close concentration, visual attention and need for manual dexterity required.
• Normal working conditions. Work is typically performed in a standard behavioral health environment with minimal exposure to environmental hazards.
• Staff may occasionally engage in behavior intervention strategies, such as verbal de-escalation or redirection, to support client safety and therapeutic goals.

ADA

Richmond Behavioral Health Authority complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our team at [e-mail] for more information.

EEO

Richmond Behavioral Health Authority provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Open Date 9/29/2026

Close Date

About the Organization Join the Fearless!

Richmond Behavioral Health Authority (RBHA) is licensed by the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services and is the statutorily established public entity responsible for providing mental health, intellectual disabilities, substance abuse and prevention services to the citizens of the City of Richmond.

Our Mission: RBHA promotes health, wellness, and recovery for the people and communities we serve.

Our Vision: An inclusive, healthy community where individuals are inspired to reach their highest potential.

Our Values: Equity / Innovation / Quality / Inclusion / Accessibility / Transparency / Compassion / Integrity

Creating Healthy Communities - One Person, One Family, One Community at a time.

RBHA is committed to providing behavioral health services to all Richmond residents regardless of race, color, gender, age, religion, disability, or national origin.

Services are provided directly by RBHA staff and through contracts with private providers in the community. Funding is received through fees from consumers, the Commonwealth of Virginia, the City of Richmond, and local and state grants.

Starting Salary Range $56,971.20 - $66,144.00

EOE Statement Richmond Behavioral Health Authority provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This position is currently accepting applications.