Accountant Senior: Central Administration #00895

DHRM; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Dept of Corrections - Central Administration seeks an Accountant Senior to oversee statewide financial practices and Cardinal system governance. You will ensure GAAP compliance and provide leadership on trust and commissary accounting, with year-end reporting support.

The role requires strong accounting knowledge, COI compliance, and the ability to train staff across the agency. Applicants must pass a background check and adhere to the Commonwealth's hiring policies.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge and experience with GAAP.
• Ability to interpret and apply accounting principles and methods.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide statewide oversight, guidance, and support to DOC stakeholders on financial/accounting practices and Cardinal system.
• Provide oversight in Trust and Commissary Accounting and Financial Systems and Reporting in accordance with GAAP and agency policies.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Analytical thinking

Verbal and written communication

Computer skills

CAAP knowledge

MS Excel

MS Word

Emotional intelligence

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.

If selected as a finalist with the VADOC, candidates can expect the following:
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.
Application Requirements: Application and/or résumé for this position are only accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Electronic Recruitment System. All applications should be submitted by 11:55pm on the closing date for the position. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from the electronic application and/or résumé.
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.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: [phone]

Email: EMAILED APPLICATIONS/RÉSUMÉS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS POSITION

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.

Advertised: 25 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 09 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time