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12 results for Entry Level Staff Accountant in Richmond, VA

Accounting Clerk

Richmond, VA
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Permanent / Full Time
50000 - 60000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to support day-to-day financial and administrative operations in Richmond, Virginia. This role is ideal for someone who is highly organized, accurate with data, and comfortable managing invoice-related activities while providing dependable internal and customer-facing support. The position also contributes to back-office coordination and helps keep accounting processes efficient and well documented. Responsibilities: • Enter financial and customer-related information into accounting systems with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. • Review, prepare, and process invoices in a timely manner while ensuring records are complete and properly organized. • Assist with routine bookkeeping tasks in QuickBooks, including updating entries and maintaining current account information. • Respond to customer and internal inquiries professionally, providing helpful support related to billing and account documentation. • Perform administrative and back-office duties that help maintain smooth daily accounting operations. • Track assigned tasks and deadlines to support project-related administrative work and ensure timely follow-up. • Verify data for completeness and consistency, correcting discrepancies when needed and escalating issues appropriately.
2026-04-20T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Richmond, VA
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Temporary / Contract
26.6 - 30.8 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support a local government organization in Richmond, Virginia through a Contract position. This opportunity is ideal for an accounting specialist who can interpret financial information, evaluate documentation, and handle sensitive records with discretion. The role combines core accounting responsibilities with analytical review work, requiring strong judgment, accuracy, and proficiency with Microsoft Office tools. Responsibilities: • Analyze financial records and supporting data to identify discrepancies, trends, and items requiring further review. • Examine both digital files and physical documentation to confirm completeness, accuracy, and compliance with established standards. • Inspect records for confidential or restricted content and remove or flag redacted information as needed. • Perform financial analysis to support reporting, audits, and operational decision-making. • Review materials containing sensitive data and ensure information is handled, cleaned, and organized appropriately. • Prepare and post journal entries while maintaining accuracy across accounting records. • Reconcile general ledger accounts and resolve variances in a timely manner. • Complete bank reconciliations and assist with month-end close activities to support accurate financial reporting.
2026-04-30T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Richmond, VA
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Temporary / Contract
26.6 - 30.8 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support a Local Government organization in Richmond, Virginia through a Contract assignment. This position focuses on reviewing financial records, analyzing data, and handling sensitive documentation with accuracy and discretion. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to work efficiently with both digital files and paper-based materials. Responsibilities: • Analyze financial information to identify discrepancies, trends, and areas requiring further review. • Examine automated records and physical documentation to confirm completeness, accuracy, and compliance with established standards. • Remove or redact confidential information from files while maintaining document integrity and proper record handling practices. • Perform detailed financial reviews to support reporting, reconciliation, and decision-making activities. • Clean and organize sensitive data sets to ensure information is accurate, secure, and ready for use. • Prepare and maintain accounting support materials using Microsoft Office applications, including spreadsheets and reports. • Assist with month-end activities by reviewing balances, supporting close processes, and documenting adjustments as needed. • Reconcile accounts and banking activity to verify transactions and resolve variances in a timely manner.
2026-04-30T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Richmond, VA
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Temporary / Contract
26.6 - 30.8 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Sr. Accountant to support financial operations for a local government organization in Richmond, Virginia. This is a Contract position focused on analyzing financial records, reviewing documentation for accuracy and compliance, and handling sensitive information with care. The ideal candidate will bring strong accounting judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively with both digital and paper-based records. Responsibilities: • Examine financial data to identify trends, discrepancies, and areas requiring follow-up or correction. • Review electronic files and physical documents to confirm completeness, accuracy, and alignment with accounting standards. • Inspect records for confidential or redacted content and remove or flag sensitive information as needed for proper handling. • Perform detailed financial analysis to support reporting, reconciliation, and decision-making activities. • Maintain the accuracy of general ledger activity by preparing and validating journal entries and related documentation. • Complete account and bank reconciliations, investigate variances, and resolve outstanding items in a timely manner. • Assist with month-end close activities by organizing supporting records and helping ensure deadlines are met. • Use Microsoft Office tools to compile reports, organize data, and present findings clearly to internal stakeholders.
2026-04-30T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Richmond, VA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
24.5385 - 28.413 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support a local government organization in Richmond, Virginia through a Contract assignment. This role focuses on financial review, data evaluation, and careful handling of confidential records while helping maintain accurate accounting documentation. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical ability, sound accounting knowledge, and confidence working with both digital files and paper-based materials. Responsibilities: • Analyze financial and operational data to identify discrepancies, trends, and areas requiring follow-up. • Examine both electronic and hard-copy records to verify completeness, accuracy, and compliance with documentation standards. • Review files for confidential content and remove or redact sensitive information before distribution or retention. • Perform detailed financial assessments to support reporting accuracy and informed decision-making. • Clean and organize data sets to ensure protected information is handled appropriately and records remain usable. • Prepare and maintain accounting support materials using Microsoft Office applications, including spreadsheets and reports. • Assist with month-end accounting activities by reviewing balances, supporting entries, and validating recorded transactions. • Reconcile accounts and banking activity to confirm that general ledger information aligns with supporting documentation.
2026-04-30T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Richmond, VA
remote
Temporary / Contract
42.75 - 49.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support a manufacturing organization in Richmond, Virginia through a Contract assignment. This role focuses on tax and compliance activities, recurring accounting tasks, and accurate financial record maintenance while partnering closely with the broader accounting team. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, comfort with high-volume transactional work, and the ability to keep critical deadlines on track. Responsibilities: • Manage accounting activities related to contractor licensing and help maintain compliance with applicable filing requirements. • Partner with the tax team to prepare information, organize documentation, and support timely completion of key deadlines. • Perform recurring accounting tasks with consistency and accuracy across assigned workstreams. • Enter and validate financial data in accounting records and supporting schedules to ensure completeness and precision. • Assist in preparing and organizing work papers used for tax, compliance, and accounting review purposes. • Record journal entries and maintain general ledger activity in alignment with internal accounting standards. • Complete account and bank reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and resolve outstanding items promptly. • Contribute to special tax and compliance projects as business needs evolve during the contract period.
2026-04-29T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Richmond, VA
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Permanent / Full Time
55000 - 60000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Clerk to join our team. In this role, you will ensure the accuracy and efficiency of financial transactions, including processing vendor invoices, reconciling accounts, and maintaining proper documentation. This position requires strong organizational skills, a commitment to accuracy, and the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities:• Accurately process vendor invoices, ensuring appropriate approvals, coding, and documentation are in place.• Prepare and execute payments using various methods while adhering to company policies and payment schedules.• Reconcile vendor statements and promptly address discrepancies or billing issues.• Facilitate the setup and verification of new vendors, ensuring compliance with internal and regulatory standards.• Communicate effectively with vendors and internal teams to resolve invoice and payment inquiries.• Contribute to month-end closing activities by preparing reports and ensuring all invoices are accounted for.• Provide support to internal teams with accounts payable-related inquiries and training.• Maintain organized and accurate records of invoices, payments, and vendor communications.• Assist in managing credit card administration and expense processing tasks.• Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency within the accounts payable function.
2026-04-15T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Richmond, VA
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Temporary / Contract
20.5865 - 23.837 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support day-to-day financial operations for a semiconductor and electric component manufacturing environment in Richmond, Virginia. This Contract position is ideal for someone who is highly organized, accurate, and comfortable managing a steady volume of vendor invoices and payment activity. The individual in this role will help maintain timely transaction processing while supporting consistent accounting practices across accounts payable functions. Responsibilities: • Review incoming vendor invoices, confirm supporting details, and assign accurate accounting codes before entry. • Process accounts payable transactions in a timely manner while maintaining accuracy across records and documentation. • Prepare and coordinate scheduled payment runs, ensuring approved invoices are paid according to established timelines. • Match invoices to relevant purchase or supporting information and resolve discrepancies with appropriate internal contacts. • Maintain organized payment files and transaction records to support audit readiness and reporting needs. • Communicate with vendors and internal teams regarding invoice status, payment questions, and outstanding items. • Assist with routine reconciliation activities related to accounts payable balances and open invoices.
2026-04-28T00:00:00Z

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.
2026-04-30T00:00:00Z

Director of Accounting

Richmond, VA
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Permanent / Full Time
130000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced and strategic Director of Accounting to join our team. This newly established role will report directly to the Controller and play a pivotal part in overseeing financial reporting, technical accounting, and compliance requirements. The position offers significant visibility across senior and executive leadership, providing a unique opportunity to contribute to organizational success. Responsibilities:• Lead the preparation and delivery of accurate financial reports, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP standards.• Manage accounting practices for Variable Interest Entities (VIEs), joint ventures, and complex ownership structures, including proper consolidation and disclosures.• Review and approve journal entries and account reconciliations to maintain accuracy and adherence to accounting standards.• Mentor and develop accounting team members, fostering a culture of accountability and attention to detail.• Oversee the onboarding and ongoing oversight of supported entities, ensuring proper structure evaluation and compliance.• Collaborate with departments such as FP&A, Operations, and HR to align financial practices with organizational goals.• Support due diligence and integration efforts for mergers and acquisitions, ensuring smooth transitions.• Enhance and implement scalable accounting controls and processes to ensure compliance and operational efficiency.• Oversee the monthly close process to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.• Lead special projects and initiatives to drive departmental and organizational improvements.
2026-04-29T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Glen Allen, VA
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Temporary / Contract
23 - 24 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in Glen Allen, Virginia. This is a long-term contract opportunity within the chemicals manufacturing industry, ideal for someone with a strong background in accounts payable and financial systems. If you have a passion for accuracy, efficiency, and maintaining smooth financial operations, we encourage you to apply. Responsibilities: • Process and verify accounts payable transactions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies. • Manage coding of invoices and expenses to appropriate accounts to maintain accurate financial records. • Utilize accounting and ERP systems, including Dynamics and Concur, to streamline processes and maintain data integrity. • Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner. • Prepare and process ACH payments, ensuring proper authorization and documentation. • Collaborate with internal teams to support month-end and year-end closing activities. • Assist in auditing processes to ensure adherence to accounting standards and regulatory requirements. • Monitor and track accruals to ensure proper expense recognition. • Maintain organized records for all accounts payable transactions. • Provide support and backup for other accounting functions as needed.
2026-04-10T00:00:00Z

Bookkeeper

Richmond, VA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to support financial and administrative operations for a real estate development organization in Richmond, Virginia. This role blends day-to-day bookkeeping with office coordination, requiring strong accuracy, sound judgment, and the ability to manage recurring deadlines. The ideal candidate will be comfortable handling reconciliations, cash reporting, loan-related funding activity, and communication with internal stakeholders and external partners. Responsibilities: • Manage incoming mail by organizing, digitizing, and routing documents to the appropriate recipients. • Monitor workplace supply levels, coordinate replenishment needs, and support general office vendor oversight, including cleaning services. • Handle bank deposits, routine courier tasks, and other local errands while ensuring funds are placed in the correct accounts. • Prepare recurring construction loan funding requests, complete related transfer documentation, record activity, update schedules, and maintain supporting files. • Reconcile company credit card activity and confirm that individual cardholder balances align with monthly summary statements across related entities. • Produce weekly cash reporting by consolidating account balances, updating borrowing and interest information, and incorporating investment data provided by the accounting team. • Complete monthly reconciliations for bank and sweep accounts, maintain petty cash records, and assemble backup documentation for each transaction. • Support periodic financial and tax reporting by preparing partner reports, posting journal entries such as accrued interest and year-end adjustments, and organizing required filing records. • Generate requested financial reports from QuickBooks, assemble closing binders, and assist accountants, senior accounting staff, and leadership with special projects as needed.
2026-04-27T00:00:00Z