Accountant Senior: Central Administration #00895

Virginia Department of Corrections; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

The Virginia Department of Corrections seeks an Accountant Senior for Central Administration to provide statewide oversight, guidance, and support on financial/accounting practices and Cardinal system compliance.

The role emphasizes GAAP, trust and commissary accounting, year-end reporting, COI training, and regulatory compliance, with a focus on accurate, timely financial data and professional communication.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of GAAP and ability to apply it in a deadline-driven environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with CAAP and state financial systems.
• Advanced skills in Excel and Word.
• Ability to complete COI filings and COI training per Virginia Code.

Responsibilities

• Provide statewide oversight, guidance, and support to DOC stakeholders on financial/accounting practices and Cardinal system compliance with policies and guidelines.
• Oversee trust and commissary accounting, GAAP reporting, and year-end reporting; support CORIS finance functionality.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Critical thinking

Verbal and written communication

Computers

CAAP knowledge

MS Excel

MS Word

Emotional intelligence

COI filing/training

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

Job description

Title: Accountant Senior: Central Administration #00895

State Role Title:Financial Services Spec I

Hiring Range: $51,681 - $80,624

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location:DOC Headquarters

Agency Website:www.vadoc.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

• To provide statewide oversight, guidance, and support to DOC stakeholders in regard to financial/accounting practices and processes as well as the Commonwealth's Automated Accounting System (Cardinal) in accordance with established Federal, State, and agency policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• To provide oversight, support, and guidance in regard to Trust and Commissary Accounting and Financial Systems and Reporting in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), state, and agency policies, procedures, and guidelines. Responsibilities include annual 1099 reporting, trust and commissary accounting, serving as the Cardinal Security Officer, and providing support and assistance with CORIS finance functionality and year-end reporting requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• Working knowledge and experience with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Experience properly interpreting and applying accounting principles and methods and to work efficiently and accurately in a deadline driven environment.
• Ability to think critically and problem-solve with little guidance.
• Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills. Skilled in the use of computers.
• Knowledge of Commonwealth Accounting Policies and Procedures (CAAP) and state financial systems.
• Advanced skills in MS Excel and MS Word.
• Demonstrate emotional intelligence and professionalism.
• Ability to complete the Virginia Ethics Council Conflict of Interest (COI) filing within two (2) business days of hire and annually thereafter, in accordance with the Code of Virginia § 2.2-3100.
• Ability to complete COI training within two (2) months of hire and every other year thereafter, as required by Code of Virginia § 2.2-3132.

Additional Considerations

• Experience in the preparation of financial documents and statements.
• Basic experience with commonwealth procurement and financial systems.
• Experience providing guidance and training to others.

Background Investigation Requirements

All applicants are subject to a background investigation. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position.

Drug Testing Requirements

Applicants applying to a designated safety sensitive position are subject to a pre-employment drug screen. Marijuana use is prohibited for positions that require possession of a firearm or a Commercial Driver's License in the performance of official duties such as Corrections Officers, Probation Officers, Tractor Trailer Drivers and others.

Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Form) as issued under the Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM) Policy 1.30 Layoff (Commonwealth of VA employees only) MUST attach these forms when submitting their state application and/or résumé.

VADOC is an EEO employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity, equitable opportunities and inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

VADOC values our Veterans and encourages all to apply and receive preference in the hiring process. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other nation service alumni are also encouraged to apply.

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.