Account Specialist I-Fiscal Unit in Chesapeake, Virginia at City of Chesapeake Human Resources
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Chesapeake, Virginia, 23322, United States
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Job Description
Working Title of Vacant PositionAccount Specialist I-Fiscal Unit
Job Type: Full Time
Posting Type: Public
Number of Vacancies: 1
Department: CHES INT BEHAV HEALTHC
Division: CIBH ADMINISTRATION
Requisition Number: 2026231
Number of hours worked per week: 40
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday; 8:00am – 5:00pm with one hour lunch or 8:30am – 5pm with a 30 min lunch. Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. | Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Work Site Location: Chesapeake, VA
Position Driving Requirement: O - Occasional
Pay Basis: Semi-Monthly
Advertised Salary:
Job Description:
CIBH is committed to improving the lives of individuals and families in our community through high-quality behavioral health services. As an Account Specialist, you will be part of a collaborative and mission-driven team dedicated to service, accountability, and excellence.
The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure for a full list of benefits and employee perks
Required Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Job Open Date: 05/18/2026
Job Close Date: 06/02/2026
Open Until Filled: No
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Job Type: Full Time
Posting Type: Public
Number of Vacancies: 1
Department: CHES INT BEHAV HEALTHC
Division: CIBH ADMINISTRATION
Requisition Number: 2026231
Number of hours worked per week: 40
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday; 8:00am – 5:00pm with one hour lunch or 8:30am – 5pm with a 30 min lunch. Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. | Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Work Site Location: Chesapeake, VA
Position Driving Requirement: O - Occasional
Pay Basis: Semi-Monthly
Advertised Salary:
Starting Range: $42,580 +
Actual starting salary will be determined by experience, education and credentials
Actual starting salary will be determined by experience, education and credentials
Job Description:
CIBH is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Account Specialist to support the operations of our Fiscal Unit. This position is ideal for professionals with strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of financial systems, and the ability to effectively communicate across departments. The successful candidate will be proactive, accurate, and committed to maintaining the highest standards in financial management and customer service.
Under the supervision of the Fiscal Unit Manager, the Account Specialist will be responsible for a variety of accounting and administrative tasks, including but not limited to:
Under the supervision of the Fiscal Unit Manager, the Account Specialist will be responsible for a variety of accounting and administrative tasks, including but not limited to:
- Entering vouchers and maintaining purchase requisitions within the City’s PeopleSoft financial system.
- Scanning and attaching accounts payable invoices to online payment systems.
- Preparing and recording accounts receivable transactions and deposits.
- Researching and resolving accounting discrepancies or payment tracking issues.
- Collecting, updating, and maintaining account information in an accurate and timely manner.
- Monitoring and reconciling accounts to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Communicating with internal staff, external agencies, and various departments to support financial operations and resolve inquiries.
- Reviewing and analyzing financial reports; providing relevant insights to Program Managers.
- Assisting in the supervision and training of subordinate staff, as required.
- Performing additional accounting-related duties as assigned.
CIBH is committed to improving the lives of individuals and families in our community through high-quality behavioral health services. As an Account Specialist, you will be part of a collaborative and mission-driven team dedicated to service, accountability, and excellence.
The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure for a full list of benefits and employee perks
Required Qualifications:
Vocational/Educational Requirement: Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to an associate’s degree in accounting or a closely related field.
Experience: In addition to satisfying the vocational/educational standard, this class requires a minimum of one year of related, full-time equivalent experience.
Special Certifications and Licenses: Requires valid driver’s license and driving record in compliance with City Driving Standards.
Special Requirements: Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.
Experience: In addition to satisfying the vocational/educational standard, this class requires a minimum of one year of related, full-time equivalent experience.
Special Certifications and Licenses: Requires valid driver’s license and driving record in compliance with City Driving Standards.
Special Requirements: Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.
Preferred Qualifications:
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail required.
Exp with Microsoft Office Package, especially Excel, Outlook.
Exp working in PeopleSoft is preferred.
Prior CSB / Government Accounting Experience.
Requires 1 to 2 years experience in a related position.
Exp with Microsoft Office Package, especially Excel, Outlook.
Exp working in PeopleSoft is preferred.
Prior CSB / Government Accounting Experience.
Requires 1 to 2 years experience in a related position.
Job Open Date: 05/18/2026
Job Close Date: 06/02/2026
Open Until Filled: No
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Please ensure that the resume indicates whether each employment was either Full or Part Time.
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Chesapeake, Virginia, 23322, United States
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