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Robert Half Staff Accountant in Isle of Wight, Virginia
Description We are looking to add a Staff Accountant to our team, based in Isle of Wight, Virginia. This role will involve a range of accounting functions, with a focus on governmental accounting, within a local government context. The successful candidate will support the finance team in areas such as budgeting, auditing, debt management, general ledger maintenance, and financial reporting and analysis.
Responsibilities:
• Assist with maintaining accurate financial records and ledgers.
• Support the processing of journal entries and reconciliations.
• Aid in the formulation of the annual budget and forecasts.
• Monitor departmental budgets and expenditures to ensure compliance with policies.
• Process invoices, payments, and receipts in line with municipal guidelines.
• Contribute to the management of accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
• Help prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for management and stakeholders.
• Contribute to the preparation of financial statements in line with GAAP, GASB and state and local regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Assist in preparing for external audits and reviews, and respond to auditor inquiries.
• Stay updated on relevant laws and accounting standards.
• Provide support in various administrative tasks within the finance department.
• Assist in the development and implementation of financial policies and procedures.
• Use skills in Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), Bank Reconciliations, General Ledger, Journal Entries, Month End Close, Tyler Technologies Munis. Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field
• At least one year of experience in a similar role
• Strong knowledge of Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR)
• Proficiency in Bank Reconciliations, General Ledger management, and Journal Entries
• Experience with Month End Close procedures
• Familiarity with Tyler Technologies Munis software
• Excellent communication and organization skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy in work
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) certification would be an asset
• Knowledge of accounting best practices and regulations
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Willingness to continue education and stay updated on industry trends and changes in regulations.
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