Account Specialist -Fiscal Unit

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Position Information

Working Title of Vacant Position:
Account Specialist I – Fiscal Unit

Job Type: Full Time

Posting Type:
Public

Number of Vacancies: 1

Department: CHES INT BEHAV HEALTHC

Division: CIBH ADMINISTRATION

Requisition Number: 202631

Number of Hours Worked Per Week: 40

Work Schedule:

Monday – Friday; 8:00 am – 5:00 pm with one hour lunch or 8:30 am – 5:00 pm with a 30 min lunch. Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.

Work Site

Location:

Chesapeake, VA

Position Driving Requirement:
Occasional

Pay Grade: GE06

Pay Basis:
Semi-Monthly

Advertised Salary: $42,580 - $63,338 Annually. Actual starting salary depends on education, experience and credentials.

CIBH is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Account Specialist to support the operations of our Fiscal Unit. This position is ideal for professionals with strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of financial systems, and the ability to effectively communicate across departments. The successful candidate will be proactive, accurate, and committed to maintaining the highest standards in financial management and customer service.

• Entering vouchers and maintaining purchase requisitions within the City’s People Soft financial system.
• Scanning and attaching accounts payable invoices to online payment systems.
• Preparing and recording accounts receivable transactions and deposits.
• Researching and resolving accounting discrepancies or payment tracking issues.
• Collecting, updating, and maintaining account information in an accurate and timely manner.
• Monitoring and reconciling accounts to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Communicating with internal staff, external agencies, and various departments to support financial operations and resolve inquiries.
• Reviewing and analyzing financial reports; providing relevant insights to Program Managers.
• Assisting in the supervision and training of subordinate staff, as required.
• Performing additional accounting-related duties as assigned.

CIBH is committed to improving the lives of individuals and families in our community through high-quality behavioral health services. As an Account Specialist, you will be part of a collaborative and mission-driven team dedicated to service, accountability, and excellence.

The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure for a full list of benefits and employee perks.

• Vocational/Educational Requirement:
  Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to an associate’s degree in accounting or a closely related field.
• Experience:
  
  In addition to satisfying the vocational/educational standard, this class requires a minimum of one year of related, full-time equivalent experience.
• Special Certifications and Licenses:
  Requires valid driver’s license and driving record in compliance with City Driving Standards.
• Special Requirements:
  Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail required.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Package, especially Excel, Outlook.
• Experience working in People Soft is preferred.
• Prior CSB / Government Accounting Experience.
• Requires 1 to 2 years experience in a related position.

Job Open Date: 02/09/2026

Job Close Date: 02/23/2026

Overall Physical Strength Demands:
Sedentary – exerts up to 10 lbs occasionally or small weights frequently; sitting most of the time.

Physical Demands: C = Continuously – 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently – 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally – up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely – less than 1 hour per week. N = Never – never occurs.

• Standing:
  Rarely – less than 1 hour per week.
• Sitting:
  Continuously –…