CO - P0505 - Accounts Payable Manager

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is seeking a skilled accounting professional to supervise accounts payable operations while ensuring compliance with the Virginia Prompt Payment Act and internal controls. The role includes leadership responsibilities and a hybrid work arrangement in Virginia.

The successful candidate will have strong GAAP knowledge, financial analysis skills, and experience with automated accounting systems, with a focus on accuracy and customer service.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of GAAP and financial controls.
• Experience in accounts payable and expenditure processing.
• Ability to use automated financial systems and reporting tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication; collaborate with stakeholders.
• Ability to document policies and internal controls.
• Experience supervising staff or coordinating workloads.
• Combination of experience and coursework in accounting or business.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end AP operations and staff supervision.
• Develop and monitor performance metrics; ensure policy compliance.
• Reconcile accounting records and resolve discrepancies.
• Support audits and year-end close processes.
• Identify system or process issues and participate in enhancements.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial controls

Automated accounting systems

Communication skills

Policy interpretation

Supervision/leadership

Accounting/finance coursework

Education

Accounting or business coursework

Tools

Spreadsheets

Reporting tools

Accounting software

Job description

Hiring Range: $70,000 - $90,000

Full Time or Part Time: FULL TIME

Additional Detail

JOB DESCRIPTION

To supervise the timely, accurate, and compliant processing of agency expenditures while ensuring adherence to the Virginia Prompt Payment Act, applicable state policies and regulations, generally accepted accounting principles, and internal control requirements. The successful candidate will bring strong accounting knowledge, sound judgment, leadership skills, and a commitment to operational efficiency, accountability, and customer service. Please note this position follows a hybrid work schedule to include both in-office and telework. Candidates must be able to work from the assigned work location in Virginia.

RESPONSIBILITIES

This position oversees end-to-end AP operations; supervises and supports accounts payable staff; develops and monitors performance metrics and compliance with policies and procedures; works collaboratively with other stakeholders to resolve payment issues and improve financial processes; reviews accounting records and performs timely reconciliations to identify discrepancies, resolve errors, and maintain the accuracy and integrity of financial transactions; identifies system or process issues affecting payment operations, supports system enhancements, testing, and implementation of procedural changes; supports internal and external audits’ and assists with year-end financial close and reporting activities.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and practices, financial controls, and automated accounting systems.
• Demonstrated experience performing accounting or financial operations work, including accounts payable, expenditure processing, financial transaction review, or related activities.
• Skills in and the ability to effectively utilize automated financial or accounting systems, spreadsheets, and reporting tools.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to work collaboratively with internal stakeholders and external vendors. Demonstrated ability to analyze financial records, identify discrepancies, resolve transaction issues, and ensure the accuracy of financial data.
• Demonstrated ability to document and interpret policies, procedures, regulations, and internal control requirements.
• Experience working in accounts payable and financial analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise, lead, train, or coordinate the work of staff and establish clear performance expectations.
• Combination of experience and education with coursework in accounting or business.

ABOUT US

The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is the primary environmental permitting agency in the Commonwealth of Virginia. It is responsible for administering laws and regulations related to air quality, water quality, water supply, renewable energy, and land protection. Through the dedication and work of over 800 employees across six regional offices and the Central Office in Richmond, DEQ issues permits, conducts monitoring and inspections, and enforces the law.