Accounting Manager

City of Norfolk, VA; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave

Pension plan enrollment

Health insurance

Job summary

City of Norfolk’s SevenVenues, the Department of Cultural Facilities, Arts and Entertainment, seeks an Accounting Manager to oversee daily department accounting, including general ledger, event finances, and reporting.

The role leads staff, ensures compliance with city and governmental standards, and drives process improvements and new reporting requirements across the division.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field is required.
• Three years of accounting supervision and computer software application experience.
• Preferred: 10–12 years of event and municipal accounting and budgeting experience.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting operations for the department, ensuring accuracy and compliance with City policies and government standards.
• Manage general ledger activities: journal entries, reconciliations, month-end and year-end close, and reporting.
• Oversee all departmental event and entertainment finances: budgeting, contract review, revenue tracking, expense reconciliation, post-event reporting.
• Coordinate and process event-related financial transactions: ticketing revenue, vendor payments, settlements, and concession accounting.
• Develop and maintain department-specific accounting procedures, internal controls, and documentation for audit readiness.
• Monitor budgets, analyze variances, forecast needs, and provide updates to leadership.
• Manage procurement-related financial duties: invoices, POs, and purchasing compliance.
• Supervise and train accounting staff for accuracy and standards compliance.
• Prepare financial reports and support audits; lead financial projects and system updates.
• Lead process improvements and new reporting requirements within the department.

Skills

Accounting supervision

Budgeting

Financial reporting

Internal controls

Staff training

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Tools

General ledger software

TicketMaster reports

Job description

Description

Dive into the heart of arts, culture, and entertainment in Hampton Roads with SevenVenues, the City of Norfolk's Department of Cultural Facilities, Arts and Entertainment! We're the epicenter of unforgettable experiences, offering exceptional entertainment services, managing iconic venues like Scope Arena and Chrysler Hall, and fostering a thriving artistic community. As SevenVenues, we connect residents and visitors alike to Norfolk's rich cultural tapestry, enriching lives through diverse performances, inclusive community events, and captivating public art. Join us as we create, inspire, and celebrate – it's more than entertainment, it's an experience. Manages all activities of the division. Monitors, implements and makes recommendations for the improvement of internal controls, processes, policies and procedures. Ensures the proper implementation of financial accounting and reporting standards and coordinates the training, guidance and development of staff.

The Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily financial operations of the department, ensuring accurate accounting practices and compliance with City policies and governmental standards. This role manages general ledger activities, financial reporting, reconciliations, all event accounting and close processes. The position also develops and maintains department-specific accounting procedures, oversees budget monitoring, and ensures proper documentation and internal controls. The Accounting Manager supervises accounting staff, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and adherence to established guidelines. In addition to daily operations, the role leads department-level financial projects such as process improvements, system enhancements, and new reporting requirements. This includes planning, tracking progress, identifying risks, and communicating updates to leadership.

Essential Functions

• Oversee daily accounting operations for the department, ensuring accuracy, compliance with City policies, and adherence to governmental accounting standards.


• Manage general ledger activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, month-end close, and year-end financial reporting.


• Oversee all financial aspects of department-sponsored events and entertainment activities, including budgeting, contract review, revenue tracking, expense reconciliation, and post-event financial reporting.


• Coordinate and process event-related financial transactions such as ticketing revenue, vendor payments, settlements, and merchandise or concession accounting.


• Develop and maintain department-specific accounting procedures, internal controls, and documentation to ensure financial integrity and audit readiness.


• Monitor departmental budgets, analyze variances, forecast financial needs, and provide regular updates to leadership.


• Manage procurement-related financial duties, including invoice approval, purchase order oversight, and compliance with City purchasing requirements.


• Supervise and train accounting staff, ensuring consistent performance, accuracy, and adherence to established accounting standards.


• Prepare financial reports and presentations for departmental leadership and assist with internal and external audits.


• Lead and support departmental financial projects such as process improvements, system updates, and implementation of new tools or reporting requirements.

Education/Experience

Work requires broad knowledge in a general professional or technical field. Knowledge is normally acquired through four years of college resulting in a Bachelor's degree or equivalent.

Three years experience in accounting supervision and computer software application.

Preferred Education/Experience

• Minimum of 10-12 years of experience in event and municipal accounting and budgeting.


• Strong understanding of event revenue, expenses, and the ability to read and understand TicketMaster reports.


• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.


• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.


• Excellent customer service skills and a commitment to client satisfaction.

Additional Information & Requirements

• Regular full-time and permanent part-time employees may receive paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, employer paid pension plan, basic life insurance, voluntary participation in medical and dental, Section 457 deferred compensation, long-term disability, optional life insurance for self, spouse and children, medical and dependent care reimbursement plans, access to membership in credit union and employer provided parking.


• Special project/grant employees are generally eligible for the same benefits of regular full-time employees; however, retirement, life insurance and participation in health plans vary depending upon funding and authorization.


• Temporary/seasonal and part-time employees are generally only eligible for employer provided parking and access to membership in credit union.


• Retirement

If you are hired October 5, 2010, or after to a position with City of Norfolk Retirement System benefits, you will be required to contribute five percent (5%) of your salary toward your retirement benefit. This will be a pre-tax payroll deduction.

If you are hired January 1, 2022, or after to a position with Virginia Retirement System (VRS) benefits, you will be required to contribute five percent (5%) of your salary toward your retirement benefit. This will be a pre-tax payroll deduction.

• The Tuition Assistance Program is established to encourage employees toward continued self-development and education. Permanent full-time and permanent part-time classified, unclassified permanent, full-time special projects, and constitutional employees who have completed six months continuous service will be eligible to apply. The applicant’s school of enrollment must be an accredited institution.

Note

The benefits described above are broad generalizations. The specific benefits that an employee may be eligible for are governed by City regulations, as applicable to job type.

Non-City

Positions listed with a job type designation of \"Non-City\" are not subject to the benefits descriptions above. Refer to the content of the job posting for information regarding these positions.