Accountant

Company: DHRM
Location: Richmond
Posted on: April 3, 2026

Job Description:

Title: Accountant State Role Title: Financial Services Spec I Hiring Range: Commensurate with Experience Pay Band: 4 Agency: Department of Taxation Location: Main Street Center Agency Website: https://www.tax.virginia.gov/work-with-us Recruitment Type: General Public - G Job Duties The Virginia Department of Taxation seeks a Bank Services Accountant to assist with the accounting of all tax payments and the reissuance of tax refunds. The position will work with our banks and serve as a contact for agency staff. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, banking knowledge (banking products, ACH rules, and NACHA regulations), strong Excel and SQL skills, and strong analytical skills. This position is in our Westmoreland Office in Richmond, Virginia. This position is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule once fully trained. The anticipated hiring salary is commensurate with experience, up to $65,000 As a member of the Virginia Tax team, you can expect additional benefits such as: • Job stability and quality of life! Enjoy your work/life balance with flexible schedule options and up to two days of telework per week. • 12 Paid State holidays on top of vacation, sick, volunteer, and personal leave! • Comprehensive and affordable health benefits. • Got student loans? You may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program . • Participation in the Virginia Retirement System, VA 457 Deferred Comp , and more . At Virginia Tax… We are dedicated, resourceful individuals who strive to exceed our customers’ expectations. Not only do we serve the public, we are the public. We are a part of a community that cares about and celebrates each other, who promote opportunities for growth within a stable environment, and support a healthy work-life balance. What we do matters. So do you. Minimum Qualifications Knowledge and experience with governmental accounting Experience with revenue accounting Knowledge and experience with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) Experience with distributing funds Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and analyzing financial data Additional Considerations Extensive knowledge in accounting Knowledge or experience with SQL Knowledge of banking products, ACH rules, and NACHA regulations Special Instructions You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position. All Virginia Tax employees must be current with filing their tax returns ensuring they were filed in compliance with established laws, rules, and regulations. Selected candidate(s) will be required to consent to and successfully pass a background investigation which includes fingerprint-based criminal history, tax compliance, and DMV driving record (if applicable) checks. Selected candidates require a valid Driver’s License. The selected candidate will be prohibited from performing tax or accounting services for compensation during or outside business hours. Virginia Tax is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in the workforce. All qualified applicants are afforded equal opportunities without regard to race, sex, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, genetics, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Reasonable accommodations are available to applicants with disabilities, if requested, during the application and/or interview process. If accommodations are needed, please contact Human Resources at (804) 786-3610. Virginia Tax participates in E-Verify. Consideration for an interview is based solely on the information within the application and/or resume’. In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155. Contact Information Name: Virginia Tax Talent Acquisition Team Phone: 804-786-3608 Email: hroffice@tax.virginia.gov

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