12031 - Accounting Spec

Job Description

Ensure accuracy of all financial transactions posted into Cardinal. Provide internal and external customers with financial services. Prepare accounting work papers, financial statements and other financial reports. Perform full range of accounting functions in accordance with GAAP, federal, state, and VDOT policies and procedures. Advise users on VDOT policies and practices. Support other accounting functions and projects as assigned. Respond to inquiries and provide excellent customer service. Independently audit and perform final approval for accounts payable vouchers, research expenditures, prepare and analyze fiscal data and reports. Audit direct charge statements for compliance with VDOT policies and procedures. Perform cash receipt duties for assigned work units.

How you will contribute :

• Accounts Payable Voucher Review : Review district accounts payable documents for accuracy and compliance with the DOA CAPP Manual and VDOT accounts payable policy and procedures manual prior to final approval. Maintain all payables documents to provide easy retrieval.
• Accounts Receivable : Ensure account receivables for the district are processed appropriately. Review monthly reports to monitor collection processes and work with customers to facilitate payments, provide requested documentation and explain processes as needed.
• Compliance Review : Develop and perform compliance reviews on accounting transactions and documents to ensure work units operate within VDOT and State policies and procedures. Ensure accounting activity is performed in compliance with applicable VDOT and DOA policies and procedures. Organize and prioritize incoming accounting items. Audit, review and organize flow of accounting data submitted from VDOT sections. Ensure payments have the necessary documentation for processing.
• Customer Service : Exhibit professionalism and courtesy in all interactions with internal and external customers. Assist customers in resolving billing and collection issues. Provide guidance and direction to VDOT staff.
• Data Analysis : Research, analyze and report on financial transactions or customer files as needed or requested. Assist in maintaining policies and procedures. Perform other administrative or special project related duties as requested.
• Document Preparation : Prepare accounting work papers, financial statements, and other financial reports.
• Policy and Procedures : Review and revise standard operating policies for audit and financial reporting to ensure effectiveness and compliance with established requirements; providing required updates to Manager for review and approval.
• SPC Card Reconciliation : Reconcile purchase card cost center on a monthly basis.

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