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Senior Accountant

Virginia Community College System

$85,000 - $95,000

United States, Virginia, Chesterfield

Dec 09, 2025

Posting Details

Posting Summary

Working Title	Senior Accountant
Role Title	Finan Svcs Spec II
Role Code	19032-SW
FLSA	Exempt
Pay Band	05
Position Number	26100230
Agency	VCCS-System Office
Division	System Office (Div)
Work Location	Chesterfield - 041
Hiring Range	$85,000 - $95,000
Emergency/Essential Personnel	No
EEO Category	B-Professional
Full Time or Part Time	Full Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-	Yes
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?	No
Work Schedule	Normal office schedule, M-F, 8:00 AM -5:00 PM or as needed.
Sensitive Position	No
Job Description	Virginia's community colleges have a 50-year track record of educational excellence and innovation to serve the needs of our citizens and strengthen the Commonwealth's economy. When Virginia's General Assembly established the Virginia Community College System in 1966, the need for a comprehensive system was well known. Over the two decades after the end of World War II, leaders in government, business, professional sectors, and academia had called for a new approach to providing educational opportunity. A key concern was Virginia's ability to develop a skilled and knowledgeable workforce to expand the state's economy. Today our community colleges give every Virginian the opportunity to gain a quality education. With 23 colleges on 40 campuses located throughout the state, Virginia's Community Colleges are committed to serving Virginia families, helping them acquire the knowledge and skills to seize the opportunities of today and tomorrow. The VCCS - System Office Senior Accountant performs system-wide general accounting functions. The position provides assistance and backup to the financial statement preparation process, specifically ACFR, schedules, and footnotes. The position provides fiscal guidance and oversight to the 23 community colleges and two agencies (System Office (SO) and Shared Services Center ( SCC)). Specific responsibilities of the Senior Accountant include, but are not limited to the following: Respond to college inquiries Manage and coordinate the annual 1098-T reporting process Prepare journal entries, deposits, non-AP disbursements, and year-end accounting entries Serves as the back-up to the business manager to include preparing accounting entries and managing the small purchase credit card Serves as the back-up to other senior accountant positions within the office Collect, review, and report on college foundations' (component unit) annual financial information Document and maintain in-house policies and procedures Train new college employees on standard policies and procedures, including system navigation Manage the Schedule of Federal Expenditures Activity (SEFA) reporting to include providing guidance to the colleges, preparing year-end schedules, completing the annual Dept of Accounts (DOA) Attachment HE-7, and responding to the Auditor of Public Accounts (APA) questions Complete quarterly pass-through confirmations for federal grants Complete other fiscal year-end tasks
Special Assignments	May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications	Knowledge In-depth knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, practices, and governmental accounting standards (GAAP) Familiarity with various Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB) requirements Working knowledge of complex automated financial systems, such as PeopleSoft Administrative Information System (AIS), Cardinal, or other Oracle-based programs Working knowledge of financial statement preparation, including footnote preparation General knowledge of higher education and applicable federal and state guidelines Knowledge of federal programs including federal cash management standards Skills Intermediate knowledge of MS Excel and Word Excellent communication skills, both oral and written Excellent customer service skills Abilities Analyze financial data Prepare accounting entries Reconcile accounts Demonstrated ability to interpret administrative policies and procedures, exercise independent judgment, and make sound business decisions Demonstrated ability to effectively manage time and work on multiple assignments Demonstrated ability to work well with various levels of management and staff in a diverse and decentralized environment Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot to resolve problems Work effectively in a team environment Work independently with little supervision Education and Experience A combination of relevant experience and education typically obtained through completion of a bachelor's degree that provides the required level of knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the functions of the job.
Additional Considerations	Working knowledge of GASB standards Working knowledge of annual SEFA reporting Working knowledge of PeopleSoft AIS software Higher education general accounting experience State or local government general accounting experience
Operation of a State Vehicle	No
Supervises Employees	Yes
Required Travel	Travel may be required for conferences and professional development.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number	CLS_4188P
Recruitment Type	General Public - G
Number of Vacancies	1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date	12/08/2025
Job Close Date	01/05/2026
Open Until Filled	No
Agency Website	https://www.vccs.edu/
Contact Name	Patsy Rose
Email	prose@vccs.edu
Phone Number	8048194938
Special Instructions to Applicants	In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services ( DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired ( DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155
Additional Information	This position is a state classified position. All classified employees new to the Commonwealth of Virginia will serve a 12-month probationary period. The VCCS offers competitive compensation along with excellent benefits and opportunity for career development.
Background Check Statement Disclaimer	The selected candidate's offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth's Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement	The Virginia Community College System ( VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement	The Virginia Community College System ( VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts ( ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement	VCCSuses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Quicklink for Posting	https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/91185