City of Williamsburg, VA - Senior Accountant

Strategic Government Resources

$80K — $90K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
  • 3-5 years of finance/accounting experience or equivalent
  • Extensive experience with ERP databases or similar systems
  • Valid Virginia Driver's License
  • Preferred: Government finance experience
  • Preferred: Advanced knowledge of accounting/auditing theory, GAAP, and GASB statements
  • Preferred: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office programs

Responsibilities

  • Manage complex reconciliations with attention to detail
  • Support financial reporting processes for accuracy
  • Ensure compliance with grant and budget monitoring
  • Assist in preparing the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
  • Contribute to the development of the Budget Document
  • Provide fiscal stewardship for community projects

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in a historic community
  • Engagement in meaningful public service
  • Professional development in government finance
  • Supportive work environment for independent decision-making
Full Job Description
Description

Are you a detail-oriented finance professional who thrives on accuracy, analysis, and strong internal controls? Can you manage complex reconciliations, support financial reporting, and help ensure sound fiscal stewardship for a historic community? If so, apply to be the City of Williamsburg's next Senior Accountant! We're looking for an exceptional accounting professional who is:
• Skilled in governmental accounting, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation
• Experienced in grant compliance and budget monitoring
• Comfortable working independently while supporting the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and Budget Document

The salary range for this position is $80,000-$90,000, depending on qualifications.

For more information on this position, contact:

Billy Owens, Senior Vice President, Executive Recruitment



Requirements

Required qualifications include:
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field from an accredited college or university
• Three (3) to five (5) years of finance/accounting experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Extensive experience within an ERP database or similar accounting system
• Valid Virginia Driver's License

Preferred:
• Previous government finance experience and knowledge of municipal finance laws and regulations
• Advanced knowledge of accounting/auditing theory, GAAP, and GASB statements
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office programs

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