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9 results for Entry Level Accountant in Richmond, VA

Accounting Clerk

Richmond, VA
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Temporary / Contract
17.4135 - 25 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to join a Real Estate & Property organization in Richmond, Virginia on a Long-term Contract basis. This position supports daily loan accounting activities by helping ensure incoming funds are posted accurately, customer accounts are handled in line with loan terms, and service standards remain consistent. The role is well suited for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working with payment processing, mortgage-related records, and account research in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Process incoming borrower and client payments with accuracy, ensuring funds are applied to the appropriate loan accounts and transactions are recorded correctly. • Investigate and resolve lockbox exceptions, payment discrepancies, and posting issues to maintain accurate account balances. • Prepare and document deposits in accordance with internal controls, established procedures, and applicable regulatory expectations. • Assist with the setup, maintenance, and review of organizational account records and cashiering-related data. • Support reconciliation efforts by comparing account activity, identifying variances, and helping correct payment or ledger errors. • Review mortgage and loan documentation as needed to confirm payment handling aligns with contractual terms and servicing requirements. • Provide dependable support to internal departments and external customers by responding to routine account and payment-related inquiries. • Perform high-volume data entry and transaction updates while maintaining accuracy, timeliness, and proper record retention.
2026-07-15T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Petersburg, VA
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Temporary / Contract
38 - 42 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support key accounting operations for a Contract position. This role will oversee core financial activities tied to the monthly close cycle, account analysis, and reporting deliverables. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, works comfortably with detailed reconciliations, and can produce accurate financial information in a deadline-driven environment. Responsibilities:• Lead monthly close activities by preparing and reviewing journal entries, maintaining ledger accuracy, and helping ensure timely completion of reporting deadlines.• Perform detailed reconciliations for balance sheet accounts and investigate variances to resolve discrepancies promptly and thoroughly.• Manage bank account balancing activities by comparing transactions, identifying exceptions, and correcting outstanding issues as needed.• Prepare financial statements and supporting schedules to provide clear, accurate information for internal and external reporting needs.• Analyze accounting records and financial data to confirm completeness, consistency, and compliance with established standards.• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather required documentation, clarify account activity, and support ongoing financial reporting processes.• Use Microsoft Excel to organize, validate, and summarize accounting data for recurring reports and ad hoc analysis.• Contribute to process support related to accounting systems and reporting workflows when needed as part of departmental operations.
2026-07-16T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Richmond, VA
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to support a diverse portfolio of client accounting needs within a collaborative public accounting environment in Richmond, Virginia. This position is well suited for a finance specialist who is comfortable balancing multiple engagements, partnering directly with clients, and delivering accurate financial reporting. The role offers the opportunity to contribute across close processes, reconciliations, tax support, and financial analysis while helping maintain a high standard of service. Responsibilities: • Prepare and examine financial statements to ensure accuracy and alignment with applicable accounting guidance. • Lead monthly and annual closing activities for multiple client accounts, keeping deliverables on schedule and well organized. • Evaluate general ledger activity, post necessary journal entries, and complete account and bank reconciliations. • Contribute to the preparation of tax filings for individuals, corporations, partnerships, and trusts as part of broader client service support. • Participate in audit, review, and compilation engagements by assembling documentation and assisting with engagement requirements. • Assess financial information to uncover variances, trends, and items that require follow-up or correction. • Work directly with clients to collect records, respond to accounting questions, and provide dependable day-to-day support. • Guide entry-level team members by reviewing work, offering feedback, and promoting accuracy and completeness in deliverables. • Maintain adherence to firm standards, regulatory requirements, and financial reporting deadlines. • Support operational improvements and take part in special assignments as business needs arise.
2026-07-06T00:00:00Z

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.
2026-07-17T00:00:00Z

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.
2026-06-22T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Richmond, VA
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join a private equity environment in Richmond, Virginia. This position focuses on corporate tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions, with an emphasis on indirect tax obligations, property tax reporting, and business license filings. The role also partners with tax leadership on research, planning support, audit response, and special projects while helping maintain accurate accounting records tied to tax activity. Responsibilities: • Manage sales and use tax, business personal property tax, real property tax, and business license compliance activities for entities operating in multiple states. • Gather financial and operational information from accounting systems and internal teams, then review the data to prepare accurate filings, amendments, and supporting schedules. • Compute tax liabilities when needed and coordinate the timely submission of indirect tax returns in accordance with jurisdictional deadlines. • Assist with monthly account reconciliations to confirm tax payments are recorded correctly and align with internal accounting standards. • Oversee the collection, organization, and ongoing maintenance of customer exemption certificate documentation. • Support the Tax Director by contributing to research, evaluating tax considerations for new business matters, and tracking legislative developments that may affect compliance. • Respond to inquiries and documentation requests from tax authorities and assist with audits by preparing schedules, records, and explanations. • Contribute to special projects and perform additional tax analysis or reporting assignments as business needs arise.
2026-07-16T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Glen Allen, VA
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Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a collaborative accounting team in Glen Allen, Virginia. This opportunity is well suited for an accounting specialist who enjoys working across multiple entities, handling transactional detail, and supporting accurate financial reporting. The role offers broad exposure to core accounting operations, close activities, audit preparation, and ongoing process enhancement in a dynamic financial services environment. Responsibilities:• Manage day-to-day accounting work for a range of accounts, including balance sheet and operating activity.• Record financial transactions by preparing and entering journal entries while keeping general ledger information complete and accurate.• Reconcile accounts regularly and contribute to timely month-end and year-end closing activities.• Review balance sheet and income statement accounts to confirm accuracy and alignment with accounting standards and company policies.• Perform daily cash balancing and assist with the reconciliation of account activity.• Research variances, identify the source of discrepancies, and work with internal partners to resolve issues efficiently.• Provide documentation and analysis for internal, external, financial statement, and regulatory audit requests.• Support the development and maintenance of internal controls, accounting workflows, and procedural consistency.• Recommend practical improvements that increase efficiency and strengthen the overall accounting function.• Work closely with senior accounting team members to uphold sound accounting practices and policy compliance.
2026-07-02T00:00:00Z

Senior Property Accountant

Glen Allen, VA
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Property Accountant to support a portfolio of multi-family and commercial properties in Glen Allen, Virginia. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, overseeing general ledger activity, and guiding the monthly close process with a high level of precision. The ideal candidate brings strong property accounting expertise, works confidently in Yardi, and can manage competing priorities while delivering reliable reporting. Responsibilities: • Oversee day-to-day general ledger activity for an assigned group of multi-family and commercial properties, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and on time. • Lead the month-end close cycle, including journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and review of financial results. • Prepare and maintain property-level financial statements and supporting schedules for internal and external reporting needs. • Analyze account activity to identify discrepancies, resolve variances, and maintain the integrity of financial data across the portfolio. • Coordinate with property management and operational teams to gather financial information, clarify activity, and support budget-to-actual reviews. • Ensure accounting records comply with established policies, reporting standards, and property-specific requirements. • Support audits and other reporting requests by organizing documentation and responding to financial inquiries in a timely manner.
2026-06-29T00:00:00Z

Accounting & HR Administrator

Glen Allen, VA
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Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounting & HR Administrator to support both financial operations and employee administration for a growing organization in Virginia. This position blends day-to-day accounting work with human resources coordination, making it ideal for someone who is organized, analytical, and comfortable handling multiple priorities. The role is well suited for someone who is detail oriented and values accuracy, compliance, and strong internal support across both business functions. Responsibilities: • Oversee daily accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and processed on time. • Prepare customer invoices, follow up on outstanding payments, and reconcile account balances to maintain healthy cash flow. • Administer sales tax reporting and remittance activities in accordance with applicable state and local requirements. • Assist with payroll administration, including review support, reconciliation tasks, and related reporting. • Contribute to month-end close by posting journal entries, tracking accruals, and reconciling general ledger accounts. • Maintain organized financial records, expense documentation, and budget tracking materials to support accurate reporting. • Coordinate employee and contractor onboarding and offboarding, including required documentation and process completion. • Maintain personnel records, benefits information, policy documentation, and other HR files with a high level of confidentiality. • Support performance review activities, employee engagement efforts, and compliance with employment regulations and internal standards.
2026-07-10T00:00:00Z