Accounting Manager
Salary
$74,715.75 - $80,037.38 Annually
Location
810 Union Street, Norfolk, VA
Job Type
Permanent Full-time
Job Number
14172
Department
Transportation
Opening Date
06/12/2026
Closing Date
7/2/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
The Department of Transportation (DOT) is at the forefront of ensuring the safe, efficient, and sustainable movement of people and goods within our community. Committed to enhancing mobility and connectivity, DOT is responsible for planning, developing, and maintaining a resilient multi-modal transportation system that allows for safe, efficient, inclusive, and reliable movement for all users, including biking, walking, scooters, rail, air, and public transportation.
Mission Statement: Our mission is to plan, develop, and maintain a comprehensive transportation network that promotes accessibility, safety, and equity for all residents and visitors. Through innovative strategies and collaboration with stakeholders, we strive to create vibrant and livable communities connected by a seamless transportation experience.
The Accounting Manager oversees all financial accounting, reporting, and grant-funded fiscal activities for the Department of Transportation, ensuring accurate management of the department's operating, capital, and special revenue budgets. This position supervises a team responsible for Accounts Payable, Payroll, and reimbursement processing, and ensures compliance with federal, state, and local financial requirements.
Essential Functions
Directs and coordinates departmental financial operations by overseeing accounting functions, reviewing and approving Accounts Payable, Payroll, journal entries, budget adjustments, encumbrance closeouts, and Accounts Receivable aging.
Provides fiscal management for operating, CIP, and Special Revenue funds, including 98 active project accounts supported by VDOT and USDOT awards.
Reviews and approves reimbursement requests, including monthly VDOT submissions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with grant requirements.
Prepares and submits monthly, quarterly, and annual USDOT and VDOT financial reports; leads annual SEFA preparation and VDOT reconciliations.
Collaborate with Engineering staff to set up project financial accounts, review project funding availability, and monitor budget versus actual performance.
Prepares City Council memos, Notice to Proceed documents, operating budget materials, forecasts, enhancements, TIP, and 5204 funding requests.
Ensures proper implementation of financial accounting standards by monitoring regulatory changes, updating procedures, and training staff on revised practices.
Manage and develop staff by assigning work, reviewing performance, providing training and guidance, and ensuring high levels of customer service and compliance.
Serves as project manager for financial audits by preparing workpapers, supporting A 133 audit requests, and coordinating responses with the Department of Finance.
Analyzes and recommends improvements to internal controls, processes, and financial systems to support accurate reporting and efficient operations.
Education/Experience
Required:
Preferred:
Additional Information & Requirements
Work Schedule:
8:30 am - 5:00PM (Monday - Friday) 40 hrs./wk.
Regular full-time and permanent part-time employees may receive paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, employer paid pension plan, basic life insurance, voluntary participation in medical and dental, Section 457 deferred compensation, long-term disability, optional life insurance for self, spouse and children, medical and dependent care reimbursement plans, access to membership in credit union and employer provided parking.
Special project/grant employees are generally eligible for the same benefits of regular full-time employees; however, retirement, life insurance and participation in health plans vary depending upon funding and authorization.
Temporary/seasonal and part-time employees are generally only eligible for employer provided parking and access to membership in credit union.
Retirement
If you are hired October 5, 2010, or after to a position with City of Norfolk Retirement System benefits, you will be required to contribute five percent (5%) of your salary toward your retirement benefit. This will be a pre-tax payroll deduction.
If you are hired January 1, 2022, or after to a position with Virginia Retirement System (VRS) benefits, you will be required to contribute five percent (5%) of your salary toward your retirement benefit. This will be a pre-tax payroll deduction.
NOTE:
The benefits described above are broad generalizations. The specific benefits that an employee may be eligible for are governed by City regulations, as applicable to job type.
Non-City
Positions listed with a job type designation of "Non-City" are not subject to the benefits descriptions above. Refer to the content of the job posting for information regarding these positions.
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How many years of Accounting experience do you possess?
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How many years of experience do you have working with online financial systems or software?
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