City of Portsmouth

Accounting Administrator

City of Portsmouth

Portsmouth, VAFull-Time RegularPosted Jul 24, 2026

Job description

Under general supervision, this position is responsible for the oversight and supervision of the payroll and accounts payable division. Reports to the Chief Financial Officer. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Oversees day-to-day activities of the financial accounting section by providing guidance with regard to accounting functions and compliance with applicable laws and regulations; implements internal control and develops accounting policies/procedures and communicates/trains when appropriate; and provides assistance to all city departments with accounting issues, questions, procedures.

Prepares financial statements and assists with the preparation of the city's Comprehensive Annual Financial...