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Virginia Department of Transportation · 18 hours ago

21471 - Financial Reporting Accountant

Richmond, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

Virginia Department of Transportation is seeking a Financial Reporting Accountant to prepare financial schedules and submissions in compliance with GAAP and relevant GASB Statements. The role involves ensuring financial data accuracy, supporting internal controls, and preparing various financial reports for both internal and external stakeholders.

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Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Prepare financial statements and disclosure notes in accordance with GAAP and other applicable directives

Complete VDOT’s required submissions for inclusion in the State’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report

Support year-end reporting processes, including coordinating with VDOT departments to gather and verify accurate information

Support the evaluation and strengthening of internal controls to ensure reliable financial reporting and compliance with GAAP and State Comptroller directives

Monitor potential risks and recommend corrective actions to maintain a strong control environment

Develop, write, and maintain policies and procedures that accurately reflect financial reporting requirements and promote consistency

Prepare various monthly, quarterly and year-end financial reports for both internal and external consumption to include detailed expenditure reporting to Federal Highway Administration

Analyze, research and compile data for various financial reports

Qualification

GAAP knowledgeFinancial reportingFinancial management systemsAdvanced ExcelCPA certificationProblem solvingAttention to detailTime managementTeam playerCommunication skills

Required

Ability to analyze and interpret financial data

Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with internal and external customers

Ability to maintain accurate records and prepare for audits or reviews

Ability to perform detailed work and perform mathematical calculations

Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and practices

Knowledge of financial management systems

Skill in advanced Excel usage for data analysis, pivot tables, and reporting

Skill in problem solving and attention to detail when reviewing complex data or transactions

Skill in the use of computers and web-based applications

Skill in time-management to ensure efficient and effective task completion

Ability to work as a team player

Preferred

A combination of training, experience or education in Accounting or related field desired

CPA, CIA, or CGFM certification desired

Experience applying knowledge of financial management systems

Experience implementing GASB pronouncements desired

Experience in preparing and coordinating financial reporting for a government entity

Experience reflecting knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and practices

Experience using enterprise financial systems such as PeopleSoft

Company

Virginia Department of Transportation

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is responsible for building, maintaining and operating the state's roads, bridges and tunnels.

Founded in 1875

Hampton, Virginia, USA

5001-10000 employees

https://www.mrc.virginia.gov/

Funding

Current Stage

Late Stage

Total Funding

$1.9M

Key Investors

U.S. Department of Agriculture

2022-02-16Grant· $1.9M

Leadership Team

Laura Farmer

Chief Financial Officer

Edward Cooper

Deputy Chief Information Officer

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