Principal Accountant

Classified - Position - Accounting

Job Number 3700271196

Start Date

Open Date 06/11/2026

Closing Date 07/05/2026

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Oversee the financial administration of assigned Federal, State, and private grants, and to ensure compliance with the rules and regulations administered by the Grantor. Also conduct certain research, analysis, development, and summarization of financial information for audit purposes and financial reporting.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Approve purchase requisitions, payroll time sheets and travel vouchers.
• Prepare/review assigned reimbursements of Federal and State grants in compliance with Grantor. Prepare IDT''s that include but are not limited to the following: charges for diesel, gas and oil, parts, paper needs, clay orders, PE supplies, corrections, indirect costs, and all costs related to assigned grant activity.
• Review interim financial statements.
• Proof interim financial statements.
• Prepare Option Payroll accrual and Prepare Revenue coding (EDI''s, checks).
• Prepare Draw account allocation calculations and draw account checks.
• Notify Grant Coordinators of unspent funds and approaching grant deadlines/closeouts.
• Assist Budget Development and Grant Coordinators with future budget cycles.
• Prepare budget adjustments, aligning budgets, reviewing budget amendments, and coordination of budget monies for assigned grants.
• Communicate with Human Resources, Payroll, and Grant Coordinators for proper alignment of personnel.
• Coordinate with Payroll when to change personnel from carryover grant to current year grant.
• Assign new grant numbers; communicate with City on establishment of grant number and revenue source numbers.
• Prepare redeposit of payroll check entries.
• Perform related work as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Skill in developing detailed documentation in communicating financial information and results; ability to apply appropriate commercial law knowledge in the review of contractual agreements; communication skills in relaying financial information to federal, state, and local agencies with tact and diplomacy; ability to comprehend and apply microcomputer languages and software packages to complex tasks; ability to provide guidance to accounts payable and payroll staff and departments and schools in school finance guidelines, policies, and procedures; requires attention to detail and people skills to deal with the constant questions regarding grants, accounting from various departments, agencies, and the Virginia Department of Education.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Required:

• Bachelor''s Degree with a concentration in accounting from an accredited college or university.
• Experience in supervising professional and Paraprofessional employees.

Preferred:

• Master''s Degree in Public Administration (MPA) or master''s degree in Business Administration (MBA)
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) preferred

A comparable amount of training and experience maybe substituted for the minimum qualifications.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public using the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle or feel objects and controls. Frequent sitting, standing, grasping, fingering, repetitive motion, and reaching. Occasional walking, bending, and stooping. Ability to lift up to 20 pounds occasionally. Requires timely and regular adherence to established work schedules.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Possession of a valid driver''s license
• Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position.

HOW TO APPLY

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Reports To Director of Business Services

Full Time or Part Time? Full Time

Job Posting Link https://vbschoolscom.finalsite.com/fs/resource-manager/view/27345b8e-b99b-42f2-883e-e1bac4c73c2d

Salary Range: From/To

Salary range: $74,668-108,917

Salary will be based on job-related creditable years of full-time, verified work experience. Entry-level salary will be awarded at the time of hire. Upon the return of employment verification forms from the candidate''s current and previous employers, the salary will be adjusted if creditable full-time experience is confirmed.

VBCPS offers a full range of benefits including health insurance, paid life insurance, paid sick/annual leave, tuition reimbursement, professional development and membership in the Virginia Retirement System.

Unified Experience Based Step Pay Scale: U19

FTE 1.000

Start Date 2026-2027 School Yr

Additional Job Information

All applicants, both internal and external, must attach a current detailed resume to your electronic application.

Virginia Beach City Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation/gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, disability, marital status, age, genetic information or veteran status in its programs and activities. (Reference: School Board Policies 2-33,4-4,4-6)

To seek resolution of grievances resulting from alleged discrimination or to report violations of these policies, please contact the Chief Human Resources Officer at (757) 263-1133,2512 George Mason Drive, Municipal Center, Building 6, Virginia Beach, VA, 23456.

Alternative formats of this application which may include taped, Braille, or large print materials are available upon request for individuals with disabilities. Call or write the Department of Human Resources, Virginia Beach City Public Schools, 2512 George Mason Drive, P.O. Box 6038, Virginia Beach, VA 23456-0038. Telephone: (757) 263-1133 (voice); (757) 263-1240 (TDD) or email at: vbcpshr@vbschools.com.