Staff Accountant; General

Position: Staff Accountant (General)
Salary: $0.00 Semi-Monthly
Location : Hampton, VA 23668
Job Type: Full-Time
Department: Business Office
Opening Date: 07/17/2025

Description

The Staff Accountant reports to the General Accounting Supervisor. Maintains and monitors activity relevant to the general ledger and verifies various business transactions. Analyzes data and reviews financial records while using Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

Examples of Duties

Data entry into the general ledger

Maintain and file journal entries

Prepare month end journal entries

Monitor University utility bills for accuracy and timely payments

Prepare, file, and ensure payment of monthly Admissions Tax and Sales and Use Tax

Review and process interdepartmental charges

Perform general accounts analysis and reconciliations

Review and reconcile gift reports and credit card transactions

Review and process daily bank deposit as received by Cashier's Office

Prepare financial statements by gathering and analyzing information from the general ledger system

Develop spreadsheets to assist management with analyzing internal and external information

Provide accounting support to internal and external departments

Provide administrative support when necessary

Other analysis and projects as required

Other duties as assigned by the Chief Accountant, Associate Comptroller, and Assistant Vice President for Business Affairs and Comptroller

Typical Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field from four-year college or university with a minimum of 2-3 years of experience
• Must be able to work well with others in a fast-paced environment
• Computer literate with knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word
• Good communication skills
• Be flexible to work additional hours upon request

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees and part-time employees who regularly work 20 hours or more per week including health care, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, legal insurance, accident, critical illness, hospitalization, tuition remission, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

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