Accountant II - Community Development

Salary : $56,110.60 - $67,332.72 Annually

Location : VA 24541, VA

Job Type : Full Time Professional Exempt

Job Number : 1002420

Department : Community Development

Division : Director of Community Development

Opening Date : 08 / 06 / 2025

Closing Date : Continuous

Description

Perform work involving the development and maintenance of complex accounting systems and controls; analyzing financial data; prepare necessary journal entries to various accounting ledgers; process budget transfers; billing; set up new projects; calculate retained items and escrow on large projects; maintain vehicle and equipment listing; process monthly and weekly payroll as needed; prepare monthly and quarterly financial reports; assemble accounting and statistical data; assist other city departments with information; assist with the development and updating of accounting systems and procedures; maintain financial accounting records and statements; prepare complex financial reports and statements; and assist in the annual physical inventory of city materials and supplies.

The essential functions of the job are not limited to those listed in the job description. The City retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.

• Analyzes fund accounts by preparing journal entries and budget transfers; evaluating each account by line item; ensuring expenses are hitting the correct accounts; creating journal entries for problems; and handling budget transfer tasks to cover deficits when applicable.
• Performs billing by generating invoices for miscellaneous accounts and receivables; retrieving billing statements; contacting vendor to resolve issues; ensuring funds are deposited electronically; and checking account for verification.
• Handles vehicle and equipment information by processing paperwork on all purchased vehicles and equipment; updating and maintaining the vehicle master file; sending the Vehicle Data Sheet to the Finance department to update charges; and changing the SI monthly template to reflect inventory adjustments.
• Handles monthly payroll for assigned area by checking and reviewing timesheets for information; processing leave balances; running Batch Summary report; ensuring that the Batch Proof matches with accounting spreadsheets; and administering all tasks with One Solution software.
• Performs accounting for various City functions such as grant management and Capital Improvement Projects by verifying City compliance with established; preparing and processing requests for reimbursements; tracking all expenditures; and providing reports showing balances.
• Manages Loan Portfolios for approximately 500 HUD and / or Urban Development loans by preparing payment ledgers; processing monthly loan payments into principal and interest according to terms of loan agreements; monitoring loans; and compiles report on delinquent accounts.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

Education and Experience

Specialized knowledge in a professional or technical field. Work requires professional level of knowledge of a discipline equivalent to that which is acquired in a Master's degree level of study or appropriate certification such as a Professional Engineer, Law Degree, or Certified Public Accountant, and over three years up to and including five years of experience.

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of the specific requirements listed above.

Certifications / Licenses

Job Knowledge

Advanced knowledge of the subject matter. Complete comprehension of the subject area to solve common and unusual problems, able to advise on technical matters, and serve as a resource on the subject for others.

Reading

Intermediate : Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, and thesauruses.

Writing

Intermediate : Ability to write reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech.

Math

Advanced : Ability to apply fundamental concepts of theories; work with advanced mathematical operations methods and functions of real and complex variables.

Communication Skills

Decisions regarding interpretation of policies may be made. Contacts may involve stressful, negative interactions requiring high levels of tact, and the ability to respond to aggressive interpersonal interactions. Elements of persuasion may be necessary to gain cooperation and acceptance of ideas.

Independence and Decision-Making

Normally performs the job by following established standard operating procedures and / or policies. There is a choice of the appropriate procedure or policy to apply to duties. Performance reviewed periodically.

Technical Skills

Work requires a comprehensive, practical knowledge of a technical field with use of analytical judgment and decision-making abilities appropriate to the work environment of the organization.

Fiscal Responsibilities

Oversees budget preparation of a division or department budget. Reviews and approves expenditures of significant budgeted funds for the department or does research and prepares recommendations for organization-wide budget expenditures.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervises and monitors performance for a regular group of employees or department. Provides input on hiring, discipline, and work objectives / goals, performance evaluation and work assignments. Typically, a first line supervisor.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

NON-PHYSICAL DEMANDS

MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, SOFTWARE AND HARDWARE

Typically requires use of standard office equipment and telephone, and related software and hardware; and any other equipment as appropriate or as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This work is performed in an office environment where there are no health, safety, or environmental factors. The employee must wear appropriate protective equipment as apparent or assigned, if any.

Accident Insurance

The City provides optional off the job accident insurance through Allstate. This insurance provides reimbursement for treatments associated with a wide array of accidents and injuries, and is available for immediate family members. Premiums are paid entirely by the employee through payroll deduction.

Annual Leave

Employees accrue annual leave hours based on the length of time they work for the City and their duty cycle. Hours are accrued on a semi monthly pay cycle. Employees are not eligible to use annual leave hours during their first six months of employment.

Critical Illness

The City provides optional critical illness insurance through Allstate. This insurance provides a lump sum benefit payment if an employee is diagnosed with a covered illness. Examples include heart attack, stroke, coronary atery by-pass surgery, and so on. Premiums are based on age and tobacco use. Premiums are paid entirely by the employee through payroll deduction.

Cancer Benefit

The City provides optional cancer insurance through Allstate. This insurance provides a benefit payment if an employee is diagnosed with cancer and provides a benefit during cancer treatments. Premiums are paid entirely by the employee through payroll deduction.

Deferred Compensation

The City of Danville offers a 457 plan to employees, which provides an opportunity to set aside a portion of your salary for retirement. Income taxes are not paid on the money your defer until you retire and start using it or leave the City. Enrollment in this plan is optional.

Dental Insurance

Employees have the opportunity to enroll in dental insurance through Delta Dental.There is an option of a Low PPO plan or a High PPO plan, and coverage is available for immediate family members. Employees pay the entire premium for this insurance through payroll deduction.

Direct Deposit

Employees have the option of having their paycheck directly deposited into your financial checking and / or savings account each pay period. Employees may select up to three accounts at the same or different financial institutions for direct deposit.

Disability Insurance

Employees are given the option of selecting Short-term and / or Long-term disability insurance programs through The Standard for protection in the event that they become disabled through a non-work related injury. Premiums are paid entirely by the employee through payroll deduction.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employees and their dependent family members are eligible to use the City of Danville's Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with Sentara Health. The EAP offers free and confidential counseling services to help employees and their dependants deal with serious problems in their lives such as family or marital disputes, problems with alcohol and / or drug abuse, emotional illness, financial or legal worries, or difficulties with stress on the job. In addition to counseling services, the EAP also provides free legal, financial, and Identity Theft guidance.

Employee Health and Wellness Center

Employees and eligible dependents have access to the CareTeam Health and Wellness Center, which offers high-quality convenient medical care for an extremely low cost- sometimes it is free! City employees have dedicated nurse practitioners that provides primary care, lab services, chronic disease management, health and wellness coaching, and a variety of other things.

Flexible Spending Account

Employees have the option of participating in the flexible spending account (FSA). The FSA allows employees to select a set amount of money to be withheld from their paychecks each pay period for a year to cover certain medical and child care expenses. This money is deducted before taxes are calculated. Money put into the FSA is accessible to the employee through a debit card or through reimbursement.

Health Insurance

The City of Danville is self-insured and offers medical and prescription drug coverage through Gateway Health. This coverage is offered to employees and their dependents. The City pays a portion of the health insurance premiums and the employee pays a portion. Employees have the choice between a traditional PPO plan and two high deductible plans (HDHP). HDHP have an option to enroll in a Health Savings Account (HSA).

Holidays

The City of Danville offers the following paid holidays : New Year's Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, 1 / 2 day Day before Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve Day, Christmas Day, Easter Monday, George Washington Day, Columbus Day, Veteran's Day, and Your Birthday

Retirement System

After five years of employment with the City of Danville, employees are vested in the City's Employees' Retirement System (ERS). ERS is a defined benefit retirement plan with the purpose of providing retirement, disability, and death-in-service benefits. Contributions by employee are mandatory.

Sick Leave

Sick leave is a privilege granted to all full-time employees. Sick leave is accrued on a semi monthly basis.

Term Life Insurance

The City of Danville offers optional group term life insurance benefits to employees through The Standard. The amount of death benefit is the employee's annual salary doubled and rounded to the next highest $1,000 up to a maximum of $200,000. Double indemnity (twice the death benefit) is provided for death by accident. The cost of this benefit is divided equally between the City and the employee, which means that the City pays one-half of the premium and the employee pays one-half of the premium.

Tuition Reimbursement

The City of Danville recognizes the value of educational training, and therefore, provides limited financial reimbursement to employees taking eligible course on their own time. Employees are eligible for tuition reimbursement after their first six months of employment.

Vision Insurance

Employees have the option of enrolling in vision insurance through BlueView Vision. Coverage is available for immediate family members. Employees pay the entire premium for this insurance through payroll deduction.

Universal Life Insurance

The City offers optional universal life insurance benefits to employees through Allstate. Employees can select a benefit amount. Premiums are based on an employee's age and tobacco use. Coverage can be selected for an employee's spouse and children.