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Va Accounting Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

Accounting Manager

Gloucester, VA · On-site

$81K - $97K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

Gloucester, VA Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: 07142026-01 Department: FINANCE Opening Date: 07/14/2026 Description Come join an organization where your accounting expertise will directly support ...

Hybrid - Arlington, VA Employment Type: Full-Time Overview Cherry Bekaert Recruiting & Staffing is partnered with a well-established organization in the Arlington, VA area seeking an Accounting ...

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Hybrid - Fairfax, VA Employment Type: Full-Time Overview Cherry Bekaert Recruiting & Staffing is partnered with a well-established organization in the Fairfax, VA area seeking an Accounting Manager ...

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Accounting Manager

Sterling, VA · On-site

$100K - $130K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Accounting Manager Location ... Manassas, VA (Onsite) Assignment type: Permanent Hire Compensation: $100,000 - $130,000 / Annually ...

Accounting Manager

Brambleton, VA · On-site

$74K - $125K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Salary : $74,715.75 - $125,174.94 Annually Location : 201 East Brambleton Avenue, Norfolk, VA Job ... The Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily financial operations of the ...

Accounting Manager

Manassas, VA · On-site

$100K - $130K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Accounting Manager Location ... Manassas, VA (Onsite) Assignment type: Permanent Hire Compensation: $100,000 - $130,000 / Annually ...

Accounting Associate

Virginia Beach, VA · On-site

$58K - $65K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Lionheart Alliance LLC is looking for a detail-oriented and driven Accounting Associate to join our team in Virginia Beach, VA. This is a great opportunity to contribute to a dynamic organization ...

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Accounting Assistant

Lynchburg, VA · On-site

$19 - $24.75/hr

Looking for a company that'll actually teach you accounting instead of expecting you to already know everything? We're hiring an Accounting Assistant in Lynchburg, VA , and this is one of those rare ...

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Va Accounting information

What is a VA accountant?

VA accountants are professionals who manage the financial records and transactions for the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). They ensure that all accounting practices comply with federal regulations and help oversee budgeting, auditing, and financial reporting. Their work supports the VA’s mission by ensuring funds are used efficiently to provide services and benefits to veterans. VA accountants often work with specialized government accounting systems and may be involved in both internal and external audits.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a VA accountant?

To thrive as a VA Accountant, you need a solid background in accounting principles, financial analysis, and a relevant degree such as a bachelor's in accounting or finance. Familiarity with federal accounting systems like FMS or Momentum, as well as certifications like CPA or CGFM, are often required. Attention to detail, integrity, and strong organizational and communication skills help you excel in managing sensitive financial data and collaborating with diverse teams. These abilities ensure accurate financial reporting, compliance with government regulations, and effective support of the VA’s mission.

What are common challenges faced by VA accounting professionals when working with clients remotely, and how can they be addressed?

VA Accounting professionals often encounter challenges such as managing communication across different time zones, ensuring data security, and maintaining accurate financial records without face-to-face interactions. These can be addressed by establishing clear communication protocols, using secure file-sharing platforms, and setting up regular check-ins with clients. Utilizing cloud-based accounting software also streamlines collaboration and helps ensure transparency and accuracy in financial reporting.

What is the difference between Va Accounting vs Bookkeeper?

AspectVa AccountingBookkeeper
CredentialsOften requires accounting certifications or degreesTypically requires basic bookkeeping experience or certifications
Work EnvironmentCorporate or accounting firms, often with software toolsSmall businesses, retail, or freelance settings
Employer & IndustryAccounting firms, corporations, government agenciesSmall businesses, nonprofits, retail stores
Common Search/ComparisonYesYes

Va Accounting involves managing financial records, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance, often requiring formal accounting credentials. Bookkeepers focus on recording daily transactions, maintaining ledgers, and reconciling accounts, usually with less formal education. While both roles handle financial data, Va Accounting typically involves more complex analysis and reporting, whereas bookkeepers handle routine record-keeping tasks.

What cities in Virginia are hiring for Va Accounting jobs?

Cities in Virginia with the most Va Accounting job openings:

Infographic showing various Va Accounting job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 79% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 7% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution.

Accounting Manager

Gloucester County, VA

Gloucester, VA • On-site

$81K - $97K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

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Job description

Salary: $81,016.00 - $97,219.00 Annually
Location : Gloucester, VA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 07142026-01
Department: FINANCE
Opening Date: 07/14/2026
Description
Come join an organization where your accounting expertise will directly support daily operations and long-term growth. Come join a powerful organization with empowered associates! Come join Gloucester County Finance Department!
Under direction, perform supervisory and advanced fiscal control and accounting work for the County's Finance Department. Monitors, implements, and makes recommendations for the improvement of internal controls, processes, policies, and procedures. Ensures the proper implementation of financial accounting and reporting standards for the County and coordinates the training, guidance, and development of the accounting team. Assist the Chief Financial Officer in managing the County's accounting policies and practices and departmental performance indicators. Employee must exercise independent judgment, initiative, critical thinking, and attention to detail in accordance with established policies and procedures. Work also involves specialized preparation and maintenance of complex computer programs and operational routines for data processing systems.
Reports to Chief Financial Officer.
Job Highlights
  • Establishes and updates accounting systems which processes a variety of transactions, accounts, and reports.
  • Develops and evaluates accounting policies, procedures, and practices to be utilized by department employees and advises County department supervisors of agency financial status.
  • Implements and monitors all new financial accounting and reporting standards by assessing the impact of new standards on the County's financial accounting operations and reporting.
  • Analyzes and recommends redesigned processes, policies, procedures, and internal controls to the Chief Financial Officer, responding to external audit suggestions for enhancements to internal controls and/or process improvements, and develops/initiates county-wide training of impacted personnel.
  • Acts as co-project manager by assisting the Chief Financial Officer in managing the external audit.
  • Develops financial computer system programming specifications.
  • Evaluates and modifies existing programs; corrects program errors by revising instructions or altering the sequence of operations; troubleshoots data problems; and trains and supports users on financial applications.
  • Assists in Central Purchasing functions as needed, to include development, implementation and enforcement of procurement ordinances, policies and procedures.
  • Assists in creating, evaluating and recommending debt management policies to ensure financial integrity in the County's bonding program.
  • Manages county grant records.
  • Supervises and develops staff by developing individual performance objectives.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Click the link to view the full job description: Accounting Manager
Qualifications
  • Possession of a bachelor's degree in accounting, public administration, economics, business administration, or related field.
  • Minimum of five years of experience working with complex automated financial systems, spreadsheet applications, and governmental accounting, budget analysis, cost-benefit analysis and/or economic and financial analysis; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience, which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
  • Two years of supervisory experience.

Special Requirements
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia, Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO) designation, or Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) designation; or a combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

To be considered for this position, your online application must include a cover letter, resume and three (3) professional references.
Professional references are individuals who can attest to your job related knowledge, skills and abilities while working or in a volunteer capacity and are not family or personally related. Professional references should include job title, company name and address, phone numbers and email address if available.
Gloucester County is an Equal Opportunity Employer & Drug Free Workplace
OUR Community: Gloucester County
Gloucester County Government offers an excellent benefit package that includes health care coverage, leave program and retirement benefits for all regular full-time employees. Gloucester County participates in the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) which requires a 5% mandatory contribution by employees.
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What is your current highest level of education completed?
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