SENIOR ACCOUNTANT
SENIOR ACCOUNTANT
Richmond, Virginia
The Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP) is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant in the Fiscal and Support Services Division to provide financial management support to VEDP and the Virginia Tourism Corporation.
Responsibilities
- Perform general accounting functions using Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains system, including expenditure processing, journal entries, and financial reporting
- Process semi-monthly payroll and fringe benefit accounting using ADP payroll system
- Manage employee expense reporting system, including verification of receipts and compliance with VEDP travel policies and procedures
- Complete monthly general ledger and bank account reconciliations
- Assist with annual financial audit, including preparation of financial statements, footnotes, and supporting schedules
- Coordinate and complete federal grant reporting
Skills
- Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles for governmental organizations and related financial reporting practices
- Experience with payroll procedures, employee benefit plans, and federal and state payroll reporting requirements
- Ability to manage computerized payroll processing and reporting system
- Skilled in use of computerized accounting and financial reporting system
- Knowledge of internal control structures and compliance
- Experience with reconciliation techniques and procedures
- Demonstrated skills in the use of Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
Education/Experience
- College degree in accounting or business with accounting emphasis
- 5+ years accounting or finance related experience
- CPA certification preferred
Being authorized to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment. VEDP uses the E-Verify system and does not provide sponsorship. A valid Virginia driver’s license is required. All candidates must apply through our website https://www.vedp.org/about-vedp. Application deadline: May 31, 2022.
VEDP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or against otherwise qualified individuals with disabilities. It is VEDP’s intent that its employment and personnel policies and practices conform to all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Applicants requiring more information or requiring assistance may contact VEDP Human Resources at 1-804-545-5634 or vedphr@VEDP.org. TDD 1-800-828-1120.