Posting Details Posting Summary Working Title Strategic Initiatives Accountant Role Title Finan Svcs Spec II Role Code 19032-SW FLSA Exempt Pay Band 05 Position Number 29700160 Agency Germanna Community College Division Germanna Community College (Div) Work Location Spotsylvania
- 177 Hiring Range $81,386
- $99,472 Annually plus full state benefits Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category 2-Professionals Full Time or Part Time Full Time Does this position have telework options?
- Telework options are subject to change based on business needs
- Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?
Work Schedule Monday-Friday:
8:00am-5:30pm Or as scheduled Sensitive Position No Job Description Germanna Community College is a public, open access institution of higher education in the Virginia Community College System. The College is a dynamic learning organization that serves as a Germanna regional leader and preferred partner where quality learning experiences enable students to participate effectively in the social, economic, political, intellectual, and cultural life of their communities. Germanna Community College is centrally located in Fredericksburg, VA between Washington D.C. and Richmond and between the Blue Ridge mountains and the Chesapeake Bay. Full of history, the area offers a community rich with diversity, the arts, technology, vineyards, hiking, canoeing/kayaking and many other activities.
Position Summary:
The Strategic Initiatives Accountant is responsible for providing financial expertise and support to the grants, programs, and activities that lead the advancement of the college by applying knowledge of accounting principles, auding standards, budgeting practices, public administration, project management and legal/regulatory compliance. Collects data, reconciles accounting transactions, and collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to produce related financial reporting for Germanna Community College decisionmakers.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
Serves as a strategic business partner with grant/project managers to successfully apply for, manage, and closeout grants/projects. Coordinates with grant/project managers, the Foundation, and other stakeholders as needed to manage projects effectively. Designs, documents, and manage processes that achieve efficiencies, and lead to timely and relevant information for college decision-makers and stakeholders. Responsible for accurate and timely processing, recording, and reconciliation of transactions involving federal, state, local, and grant funds, and other projects. Prepares financial reports, analysis, and schedules to report on the financial status of various programs. Assists the Director of Finance in budget development for assigned areas of responsibility. Ensures operations are conducted in compliance with Virginia Community College System ( VCCS ) policies, procedures, and regulations, as well as applicable Governmental Accounting Standards Board ( GASB ) pronouncements. Special Assignments May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor. KSA's/Required Qualifications Experience in analyzing, reconciling, and reporting complex accounting information Experience managing budgets, timelines, and schedules Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively both written and verbally with a wide variety of stakeholders Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and/or governmental accounting principles Project management experience Strong communication and collaboration skills Additional Considerations Experience in higher education, state government, or public sector finance Experience managing federal grant awards
CPA , CGFM , CPFO
, or PMP certification Experience with Commonwealth systems (Cardinal, AIS , SIS ) Operation of a State Vehicle No Supervises Employees No Required Travel Travel between campuses can be required. Posting Detail Information Posting Number CLS_4508P Recruitment Type General Public
- G Number of Vacancies 1 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 06/11/2026 Job Close Date 06/21/2026 Open Until Filled Agency Website https://germanna.
edu/ Contact Name Joshua Cave Email jcave@germanna.edu Phone Number Special Instructions to Applicants In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services ( DARS ), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired ( DBVI ). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155 Additional Information Background Check Statement Disclaimer The selected candidate's offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth's Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/ EEO Statement The Virginia Community College System ( VCCS ) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors. ADA Statement The Virginia Community College System ( VCCS ) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts ( ADA and ADAAA ), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested. E-Verify Statement VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
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//jobs.vccs.edu/postings/97001 Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (
- I understand that this position is located in Virginia and I must reside within a reasonable commuting distance or be willing to relocate to ensure consistent, reliable attendance.
Yes No Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume Cover Letter/Letter of Application Optional Documents Unofficial Transcripts Alternative Hiring Process Letter