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7 results for Accounting Specialist in Norfolk, VA

Accounting Clerk
  • Newport News, VA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 50000 - 55000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half is currently recruiting for a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to support daily financial and administrative activities for one of our clients in the property management industry in Newport News, Virginia. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys maintaining accurate records, working collaboratively with colleagues and vendors, and contributing to efficient office operations. The position offers an opportunity to strengthen accounting skills while growing within a supportive team environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process vendor invoices, verify supporting documentation, and help ensure payments are completed accurately and on schedule.</p><p>• Maintain accounts receivable records by tracking incoming payments, updating account details, and following up on outstanding balances as needed.</p><p>• Enter financial and administrative data into company systems with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.</p><p>• Provide day-to-day clerical and administrative support that helps keep accounting and office functions organized and efficient.</p><p>• Assist with bookkeeping-related tasks to support routine financial operations across the organization.</p><p>• Partner with team members and outside vendors to resolve questions related to billing, payments, and account information.</p><p>• Contribute to assigned projects and other operational tasks as business needs evolve.</p><p><br></p><p>This position is 100% onsite and will require someone to live in or around the Newport News area. For immediate consideration please contact Courtney Faircloth at 757-981-0961 to set up an interview. </p>
  • 2026-05-29T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Norfolk, VA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 20 - 24 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations for an organization in Norfolk, Virginia. This position will manage end-to-end payroll activities, helping ensure employees are paid accurately, on time, and in compliance with applicable regulations. The ideal candidate brings strong experience with multi-state payroll processing and is comfortable working in a high-volume environment using ADP Workforce Now.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Administer complete payroll processing cycles from data review through final distribution for a large employee population.</p><p>• Handle payroll activities across multiple states while applying appropriate tax, wage, and compliance requirements.</p><p>• Maintain and update payroll records, earnings, deductions, and employee changes with a high level of accuracy.</p><p>• Use ADP Workforce Now to process payroll transactions, validate information, and resolve discrepancies efficiently.</p><p>• Review timekeeping, adjustments, and payroll inputs to ensure accurate calculations before each pay run.</p><p>• Investigate and correct payroll issues, responding to employee and internal stakeholder questions in a timely manner.</p><p>• Prepare payroll-related reports and support audits by organizing documentation and confirming data integrity.</p><p><br></p>
  • 2026-05-26T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • Hampton, VA
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 19 - 22 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join a university environment in Hampton, Virginia. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for someone with a solid accounting foundation who can support day-to-day financial operations with accuracy and consistency. The role focuses on maintaining reliable records, preparing key accounting entries, and assisting with core close activities in a collaborative setting.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and record journal entries to maintain accurate financial data across assigned accounts.<br>• Perform bank reconciliations on a regular basis and investigate discrepancies to ensure balances are properly supported.<br>• Assist with month-end close tasks, including reviewing account activity and helping finalize reporting deadlines.<br>• Support general ledger maintenance by verifying transactions and keeping financial records organized and up to date.<br>• Contribute to accounts payable processing by reviewing and coding invoices for timely payment.<br>• Help manage accounts receivable activity by tracking incoming payments and following up on outstanding balances.<br>• Work with internal departments to gather financial information and resolve routine accounting questions.<br>• Identify inconsistencies in accounting records and escalate or correct issues to support accurate reporting.
  • 2026-05-29T00:00:00Z
Accounts Receivable Analyst
  • Norfolk, VA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 20 - 25 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a skilled AP Specialist in the Norfolk, VA area. This person is responsible for receiving, reviewing, processing, and issuing payments for invoices and requisitions related to goods and services through the accounts payable process.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Understand and follow timelines to ensure timely accounts payable processing.</li><li>Prepare invoices, expense vouchers, and other payment documentation for scheduled payment cycles.</li><li>Maintain accurate files and accounting records.</li><li>Review accounts payable reports and respond to issues or questions as needed.</li><li>Process invoices, vouchers, and employee expense reimbursements.</li><li>Identify and escalate discrepancies or processing issues when appropriate.</li><li>Work with internal departments to obtain supporting documentation and resolve invoice or purchase order discrepancies.</li><li>Research issues in internal systems before escalating concerns.</li><li>Perform other related duties as assigned.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-05-20T00:00:00Z
Accounting Manager/Coordinator of Finance
  • Smithfield, VA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 95000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Accounting manager to lead accounting operations and support sound fiscal management for an organization based in Virginia. This role is responsible for overseeing financial reporting, maintaining accurate fund accounting, strengthening internal controls, and guiding key budgeting and audit activities. The ideal candidate brings strong governmental or public-sector accounting knowledge, leadership experience, and the ability to manage detailed financial processes with accuracy and consistency.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead day-to-day accounting activities, including general ledger oversight, account analysis, journal entry review, and completion of monthly and year-end close procedures.</p><p>• Prepare monthly financial statements and interpret budget-to-actual results to highlight trends, variances, and areas requiring follow-up.</p><p>• Maintain accurate accounting records across multiple funds by coordinating reconciliations, cash activity, budget adjustments, and vendor-related updates within the financial system.</p><p>• Oversee the accounts payable function, ensuring timely processing, effective workflow management, and adherence to established internal control standards.</p><p>• Support annual budget preparation by developing cost projections, reviewing expenditure patterns, and assisting with financial planning related to salaries, benefits, and debt obligations.</p><p>• Manage grant-related accounting and perform reconciliations between financial data sources to ensure complete and reliable reporting.</p><p>• Compile audit schedules, organize supporting documentation, and assist with compliance reporting to meet audit and regulatory requirements.</p><p>• Administer payroll tax filings and coordinate year-end information reporting, including preparation of 1099 forms.</p><p>• Provide supervision and guidance to accounting staff while promoting accuracy, accountability, and consistent financial practices.</p>
  • 2026-05-29T00:00:00Z
Sr. Tax Accountant
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 52.25 - 60.5 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Sr. Tax Accountant to support a wide range of tax compliance and preparation activities for a Long-term Contract position based in Chesapeake, Virginia. This role is ideal for someone who can manage individual and corporate tax matters while ensuring accurate sales and use tax reporting. The successful candidate will bring strong technical knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to work effectively in a deadline-driven environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and review individual income tax filings with a high level of accuracy and attention to current tax regulations.<br>• Manage corporate tax return activities, including compiling financial information, validating supporting documentation, and coordinating timely submissions.<br>• Oversee sales and use tax preparation and reporting requirements across applicable jurisdictions.<br>• Analyze tax data to identify discrepancies, resolve issues, and maintain compliance with filing obligations.<br>• Support end-to-end tax preparation processes by organizing records, reconciling figures, and ensuring documentation is audit-ready.<br>• Monitor tax deadlines and maintain a structured workflow to deliver complete and accurate filings on schedule.<br>• Partner with internal stakeholders to gather required information and clarify tax-related questions as needed.
  • 2026-05-29T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable Clerk
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 18 - 21 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join an organization in Virginia Beach, Virginia on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent role. This position focuses on keeping invoice and payment activity accurate, timely, and well-documented while supporting both internal teams and external vendors. The ideal candidate is highly organized, comfortable managing multiple priorities, and committed to maintaining strong financial controls in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Execute invoice payments through checks, ACH, wire transfers, and other approved methods while ensuring accuracy and timeliness</p><p>• Maintain vendor profiles and supporting records, keeping supplier information current and complete within company systems</p><p>• Prepare and process 1099-related vendor documentation in accordance with reporting requirements</p><p>• Enter payment details, coding information, and budget-related data into the financial system with a high degree of precision</p><p>• Review invoices received through manual, electronic, and integrated channels to ensure compliance with internal financial control standards</p><p>• Organize daily workload effectively to meet deadlines and manage high-volume accounts payable activity</p><p>• Examine contract terms and payment conditions to confirm invoices are handled in alignment with applicable agreements</p><p>• Identify eligible discounts and monitor payment timelines to support cost-effective disbursement practices</p><p>• Use Excel to research discrepancies, analyze payment data, and create reports for finance and operational stakeholders</p>
  • 2026-05-27T00:00:00Z