This role prepares, examines and analyzes the company’s accounts, financial records and other financial obligations. Compiles financial statements, reviews data and ensures financial compliance.
The Financial Accountant Staff is responsible for executing a variety of financial procedures, including month-end and year-end closings, accounts payable and receivable, tax returns, bank reconciliations and general ledger reviews.
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: N/A
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: N/A
Experience REQUIRED:
Minimum of two (2) years of work experience in the accounting field
Previous experience with various software applications to include and automated accounting systems, general ledger, spreadsheets, databases, word processing, etc.
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Proven ability to work with all levels of the organization and manage multiple projects at once
Experience PREFERRED
Three (3) to five (5) years of progressively more responsible accounting experience in general accounting or finance
One (1) year of public accounting experience
Demonstrated ability to lead projects to completion
Previous experience with areas within audit, internal controls and six sigma
Education/training REQUIRED:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or equivalent work experience
Education/training PREFERRED:
MBA, CPA, CIA or equivalent
Independent action(s) required:
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A
Additional position requirements:
May require flexibility in work schedule to meet operational needs
Age Specific groups served: N/A
Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):
Physical: Lifting 20 50 lbs.
Activities: Prolonged sitting, Walking (distance), Repetitive motion
Mental / Sensory: Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing , Speak clearly, Write legibly, Logical thinking
Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent change
Compensation Range
$58,697.60 - $87,942.40Actual salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.
EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran
Skills Required
- Minimum of two years of work experience in accounting
- Experience with automated accounting systems, general ledger systems, spreadsheets, databases, and word processing software
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work with all levels of the organization and manage multiple projects
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or equivalent work experience
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Three to five years of progressively responsible accounting experience in general accounting or finance
- One year of public accounting experience
- Ability to lead projects to completion
- Experience with audit, internal controls, and Six Sigma
- MBA, CPA, CIA, or equivalent
VCU Health Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about VCU Health and has not been reviewed or approved by VCU Health.
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Healthcare Strength — Benefits are described as comprehensive, with medical, dental, vision, mental health, and prescription coverage, and low out-of-pocket costs when using VCU Health facilities. Multiple plan options provide flexibility across networks.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include a 401(a) plan with employer matching contributions alongside 457(b) and 403(b) savings options. Life and disability insurance further strengthen long‑term financial protection.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off is positioned as a competitive component of the package. Additional supports such as adoption leave and back‑up care contribute to work‑life balance.
VCU Health Insights
What We Do
We are a strong, passionate team of more than 12,500 who take pride in caring for every person who comes through our doors. We lift each other up so we can provide the very best and safest care to those who need us most. Together. Every day. With the support of our university, we make up an academic medical center committed to excellence in patient care, innovation and training tomorrow’s health care workforce. We continue to educate, research and evolve – staying on the cutting edge of care. As a community of innovators, every team member can contribute a spark of ingenuity igniting a force to discover the next cure, hold the next hand, solve the greatest challenges and create the health care of tomorrow. We foster an atmosphere of respect and welcoming for all communities. We infuse our teams with diverse talent that inspires everyone to contribute openly and freely, maximizing their impact and creating meaningful change for our patients and community. Join our team and help us create a new kind of patient experience. Join VCU Health. EEO Statement: VCU Health System strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against, or harassment of, team members, applicants, or any other covered persons because of age, race, ethnicity, religion, culture, language, physical or mental disability, socioeconomic status, sex (sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and pregnancy), protected veteran status, marital status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristics under applicable federal, state, or local law. Pay Transparency Provisions: VCU Health System complies with the Pay Transparency Provisions
