Accountant Job in Portsmouth, VA

Accountant Position

We are looking for a detail-oriented Accountant to support core financial operations. This position will play an important role in maintaining accurate records, managing day-to-day accounting activity, and helping the organization stay aligned with reporting and budget expectations. The ideal candidate brings strong experience across payables, receivables, reconciliations, and ledger maintenance, along with a careful approach to audit readiness and financial accuracy.

Responsibilities:

• Process vendor invoices, payment activity, and related records to ensure accounts payable transactions are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Manage customer billing, cash application, and account follow-up to keep accounts receivable balances current and well documented.
• Prepare and post journal entries while maintaining the integrity and accuracy of the general ledger.
• Reconcile bank accounts and investigate discrepancies to support reliable month-end and periodic financial reporting.
• Assist with the development and tracking of annual budgets, including monitoring spending against established financial limits.
• Support internal audit activities by organizing financial documentation, validating account details, and responding to information requests.
• Review accounting records for completeness and accuracy and help resolve issues that may affect financial statements.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to provide accounting support, clarify financial data, and maintain compliance with established procedures.