Accounting Manager
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Accounting Manager
Salary
$74,715.75 - $80,037.38 Annually
Location
810 Union Street, Norfolk, VA
Job Type
Permanent Full-time
Job Number
14172
Department
Transportation
Opening Date
06/12/2026
Closing Date
7/2/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
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Description
The Department of Transportation (DOT) is at the forefront of ensuring the safe, efficient, and sustainable movement of people and goods within our community. Committed to enhancing mobility and connectivity, DOT is responsible for planning, developing, and maintaining a resilient multi-modal transportation system that allows for safe, efficient, inclusive, and reliable movement for all users, including biking, walking, scooters, rail, air, and public transportation.
Mission Statement: Our mission is to plan, develop, and maintain a comprehensive transportation network that promotes accessibility, safety, and equity for all residents and visitors. Through innovative strategies and collaboration with stakeholders, we strive to create vibrant and livable communities connected by a seamless transportation experience.
The Accounting Manager oversees all financial accounting, reporting, and grant-funded fiscal activities for the Department of Transportation, ensuring accurate management of the department's operating, capital, and special revenue budgets. This position supervises a team responsible for Accounts Payable, Payroll, and reimbursement processing, and ensures compliance with federal, state, and local financial requirements.
Essential Functions
Directs and coordinates departmental financial operations by overseeing accounting functions, reviewing and approving Accounts Payable, Payroll, journal entries, budget adjustments, encumbrance closeouts, and Accounts Receivable aging.
Provides fiscal management for operating, CIP, and Special Revenue funds, including 98 active project accounts supported by VDOT and USDOT awards.
Reviews and approves reimbursement requests, including monthly VDOT submissions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with grant requirements.
Prepares and submits monthly, quarterly, and annual USDOT and VDOT financial reports; leads annual SEFA preparation and VDOT reconciliations.
Collaborate with Engineering staff to set up project financial accounts, review project funding availability, and monitor budget versus actual performance.
Prepares City Council memos, Notice to Proceed documents, operating budget materials, forecasts, enhancements, TIP, and 5204 funding requests.
Ensures proper implementation of financial accounting standards by monitoring regulatory changes, updating procedures, and training staff on revised practices.
Manage and develop staff by assigning work, reviewing performance, providing training and guidance, and ensuring high levels of customer service and compliance.
Serves as project manager for financial audits by preparing workpapers, supporting A 133 audit requests, and coordinating responses with the Department of Finance.
Analyzes and recommends improvements to internal controls, processes, and financial systems to support accurate reporting and efficient operations.
Education/Experience
Required:
Three (3) years of experience in accounting supervision and computer software application.
Bachelor's Degree - Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
Preferred:
Five (5) or more years of progressively responsible experience in governmental or grant accounting, including experience with capital projects and federal/state reimbursement programs.
Three (3) or more years of supervisory experience overseeing accounting or finance staff.
Experience with PeopleSoft, AFMS, grant management systems, and budget development software preferred.
Experience working with VDOT, USDOT, or other transportation-related funding agencies strongly preferred.
Additional Information & Requirements
Valid Driver's License (Preferred);
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred.
Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) or Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO) desirable.
Work Schedule:
8:30 am - 5:00PM (Monday - Friday) 40 hrs./wk.
Regular full-time and permanent part-time employees may receive paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, employer paid pension plan, basic life insurance, voluntary participation in medical and dental, Section 457 deferred compensation, long-term disability, optional life insurance for self, spouse and children, medical and dependent care reimbursement plans, access to membership in credit union and employer provided parking.
Special project/grant employees are generally eligible for the same benefits of regular full-time employees; however, retirement, life insurance and participation in health plans vary depending upon funding and authorization.
Temporary/seasonal and part-time employees are generally only eligible for employer provided parking and access to membership in credit union.
Retirement
If you are hired October 5, 2010, or after to a position with City of Norfolk Retirement System benefits, you will be required to contribute five percent (5%) of your salary toward your retirement benefit. This will be a pre-tax payroll deduction.
If you are hired January 1, 2022, or after to a position with Virginia Retirement System (VRS) benefits, you will be required to contribute five percent (5%) of your salary toward your retirement benefit. This will be a pre-tax payroll deduction.
The Tuition Assistance Program is established to encourage employees toward continued self-development and education. Permanent full-time and permanent part-time classified, unclassified permanent, full-time special projects, and constitutional employees who have completed six months continuous service will be eligible to apply. The applicant's school of enrollment must be an accredited institution.
NOTE:
The benefits described above are broad generalizations. The specific benefits that an employee may be eligible for are governed by City regulations, as applicable to job @type.
Non-City
Positions listed with a job @type designation of "Non-City" are not subject to the benefits descriptions above. Refer to the content of the job posting for information regarding these positions.
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If you were referred for this position by a current City of Norfolk employee, please provide the employee's full name, department, and job title, and your relationship to the employee. If not, please indicate by typing "N/A."
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Please select the highest level of education you have completed.
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How many years of Accounting experience do you possess?
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The expected hiring salary for this position is $74,715.75 - $80,037.38. If hired, do you except the salary range?
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How many years of experience do you have working with online financial systems or software?
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Do you have experience working with regional, state, or federal transportation funding programs?
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How would you rate your Microsoft Excel skills? (A skills assessment test may be conducted during the interview process).
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Please indicate how you currently utilize Microsoft Excel with your daily tasks or how you have used this application in the past. (Select all that apply, a skills assessment may be conducted during the interview process)
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