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8 results for Cost Accountant in Richmond, VA

Staff Accountant

Richmond, VA
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Temporary / Contract
25.29 - 33.913 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to support core accounting activities for a client in Richmond, Virginia. This position is ideal for someone who is detail oriented and brings strong technical accounting skills, sound judgment, and the ability to stay organized in a busy environment. The person in this role will contribute to accurate financial reporting, routine reconciliations, and close-related activities while partnering with internal stakeholders to keep accounting operations running smoothly. Responsibilities:• Record and post journal entries to maintain accurate financial data within the general ledger.• Perform regular reconciliations for bank activity and balance sheet accounts, investigating and resolving discrepancies as needed.• Contribute to monthly and annual close cycles by preparing support schedules and helping finalize account balances.• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable tasks to promote timely and accurate transaction processing.• Generate financial reports and provide support for reviewing trends, fluctuations, and budget-to-actual differences.• Uphold accounting policies and internal control standards by reviewing transactions for accuracy and procedural compliance.• Participate in audit preparation by organizing documentation and responding to requests for financial information.• Support assigned projects and additional accounting initiatives based on departmental priorities.
2026-05-13T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Petersburg, VA
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Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to support core accounting activities for a growing company in Petersburg, Virginia. This position plays an important role in keeping financial records accurate, managing payables efficiently, and contributing to a smooth month-end close process. The ideal candidate is organized, analytical, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with cross-functional teams. Responsibilities: • Oversee the accounts payable cycle from invoice intake through final payment, ensuring each transaction is processed accurately and on schedule. • Examine invoices and supporting documents for completeness, correct coding, and alignment with internal approval requirements. • Compare vendor statements to internal records, investigate inconsistencies, and resolve outstanding issues promptly. • Maintain up-to-date supplier documentation, including tax forms, payment terms, and related records needed for compliance. • Coordinate recurring payment activities such as check runs, electronic payments, and wire transactions while meeting established deadlines. • Contribute to month-end and year-end close activities by preparing journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations. • Reconcile bank accounts, credit card activity, and other balance sheet items to support accurate financial reporting. • Assist with general ledger maintenance, including tracking fixed assets, prepaid items, and other routine accounting entries. • Work closely with operational and purchasing teams to address invoice discrepancies, purchase order questions, and payment concerns. • Support audits and management reporting by gathering documentation, preparing analyses, and helping uphold internal control standards.
2026-05-12T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Glen Allen, VA
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join our team in Glen Allen, Virginia. This role will oversee core accounting activities, support accurate financial reporting, and help maintain strong controls across mortgage-related transactions. The ideal candidate brings a solid background in financial services accounting, sharp analytical skills, and the ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Lead recurring close activities by coordinating monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting tasks to ensure timely and accurate reporting. • Record, validate, and review financial entries and reconciliations to maintain the integrity of the general ledger. • Manage accounting for mortgage-related activity, including servicing, loan origination, escrow balances, warehouse funding, and associated transactions. • Perform detailed reconciliations for cash, investor, servicing, and other specialized accounts tied to mortgage operations. • Prepare supporting financial information for leadership, investors, regulators, and internal stakeholders as needed. • Partner with audit teams by assembling schedules, organizing documentation, and addressing follow-up questions during audit cycles. • Evaluate financial performance, investigate variances, and communicate actionable insights and recommendations to management. • Strengthen accounting procedures and internal controls by identifying process improvement opportunities and supporting implementation efforts. • Work closely with teams across finance, servicing, operations, and compliance to address cross-functional accounting matters. • Provide guidance and informal support to less experienced accounting team members when needed.
2026-05-15T00:00:00Z

Grant Accounting Manager

Richmond, VA
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Temporary / Contract
0 - 0 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Grant Accounting Manager to support grant-related financial operations in Richmond, Virginia. This Long-term Contract position will lead accurate accounting, reimbursement activity, and compliance oversight across federal, state, and private funding sources. The role also focuses on resolving historical accounting issues, improving workflows, and guiding internal teams to strengthen grant reporting and controls. Responsibilities: • Direct efforts to resolve outstanding grant accounting items by researching historical activity, correcting records, and completing reconciliations. • Manage grant cash requests, remittance activity, and reimbursement submissions to ensure funds are collected accurately and on schedule. • Oversee the recording of grant-related financial transactions, including accruals, journal entries, and revenue recognition, in accordance with applicable accounting standards. • Review grant balances, spending activity, and disbursement records to confirm accuracy and consistency with award terms. • Establish grants in the financial system with appropriate coding structures, supporting documentation, and internal control measures. • Work closely with finance and operational stakeholders to improve procedures, strengthen documentation, and support ongoing compliance needs. • Act as the primary resource for grant accounting guidance, advising staff and leadership on reporting expectations and financial compliance matters. • Identify process and system improvement opportunities within a nonstandard financial environment and help implement practical solutions. • Provide direction, coaching, and quality oversight to team members involved in grant accounting and related reporting activities.
2026-05-15T00:00:00Z

Sr. Grant Accountant

Richmond, VA
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Temporary / Contract
0 - 0 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Grant Revenue Accountant to support a large government and healthcare agency in Richmond, Virginia. This Long-term Contract opportunity will focus on restoring timely grant accounting operations, resolving discrepancies and reconciling draw down data. The ideal candidate will bring strong knowledge of the receivables aspect of grant accounting to include variance analysis, reconciliation and financial reporting to contribute quickly in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities:• Review and resolve outstanding grant accounting items to help eliminate existing backlogs and restore timely financial processing.• Manage remittance activity and grant drawdowns, ensuring transactions are completed accurately and within required timelines.• Prepare and record journal entries related to grant activity in accordance with organizational policies and applicable accounting standards.• Submit reimbursement requests and monitor related funding activity to support proper cash flow and grant recovery.• Reconcile grant revenues, expenditures, and disbursements to maintain accurate financial records and support reporting needs.• Confirm that new grants are established correctly within the financial system and aligned with funding requirements and reporting expectations.• Maintain complete and accurate documentation to support compliance with grant terms, internal controls, and audit standards.• Adapt to a customized financial system and navigate grant-related transactions efficiently with limited ramp-up time.
2026-05-15T00:00:00Z

Accounting Specialist

Glen Allen, VA
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Temporary / Contract
26 - 28 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to support high-volume accounting operations in Virginia. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who brings strong reconciliation expertise, solid general ledger knowledge, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced setting with changing priorities. The role requires a hands-on contributor who can manage day-to-day accounting tasks while also recognizing opportunities to strengthen processes and improve accuracy. Responsibilities: • Perform detailed account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to ensure accurate financial records. • Support general ledger activities by preparing, reviewing, and maintaining accounting entries and related documentation. • Handle accounts payable, accounts receivable, and billing activities with a focus on timeliness and accuracy. • Work within BlackLine to complete reconciliation workflows, track outstanding items, and maintain supporting schedules. • Manage accounting responsibilities in a high-volume environment while adapting to shifting business needs and incomplete information. • Partner with internal stakeholders to resolve transaction issues, clarify accounting data, and support daily operational needs. • Review existing accounting procedures, recommend practical improvements, and help implement more efficient workflows. • Assist with month-end and other recurring close activities to help maintain consistent and reliable reporting.
2026-05-12T00:00:00Z

Tax Manager - Public

Ashland, VA
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Tax Manager - Public to join a public accounting team in Ashland, Virginia. This role focuses on managing the preparation and review of a broad range of tax filings, including corporate, nonprofit, and individual returns. The ideal candidate brings strong technical tax knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to maintain accuracy while overseeing multiple engagements. Responsibilities: • Lead the preparation and final review of tax returns to ensure complete, accurate, and timely filings. • Oversee engagements involving corporate tax matters and provide guidance on applicable compliance requirements. • Manage the completion of nonprofit tax filings and confirm that returns align with current regulatory standards. • Review individual income tax returns with close attention to detail, identifying issues and resolving discrepancies before submission. • Utilize CCH ProSystem Fx and related tax software to organize workpapers, prepare returns, and support efficient workflow management. • Support annual income tax provision activities by analyzing financial data and applying relevant tax reporting principles. • Assist with sales tax considerations and related filings when required across client accounts. • Advise on entity formation matters by helping evaluate tax implications and supporting proper documentation. • Coordinate priorities across multiple assignments while maintaining high service standards and meeting deadlines.
2026-05-13T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager

Richmond, VA
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Temporary / Contract
0 - 0 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounting Manager to support critical accounting operations for a client based in Richmond, Virginia. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for a detail-oriented candidate with strong PeopleSoft expertise and a solid background in managing close activities, reconciliations, and financial reporting. The role will play a key part in maintaining accurate records, reviewing accounting activity, and ensuring dependable month-end and year-end results. Responsibilities: • Oversee the preparation, review, and approval of journal entries to maintain accurate general ledger activity. • Perform detailed reconciliations for accounts receivable, accounts payable, and cash, ensuring alignment between PeopleSoft and connected systems each month. • Create and run ad hoc PeopleSoft queries to gather financial data, investigate variances, and support reporting needs. • Contribute to monthly and annual close cycles by coordinating accounting tasks, validating balances, and meeting reporting deadlines. • Support the preparation of financial reports and audit-related schedules with a high degree of accuracy and timeliness. • Monitor account activity and resolve discrepancies by partnering with internal stakeholders and reviewing system-generated information. • Use Microsoft Excel to analyze accounting data, organize reconciliations, and present findings clearly for management review.
2026-05-15T00:00:00Z