Technical Accounting Analyst

Title: DMV Technical Accounting Analyst - Position 01116

State Role Title: Financial Services Spec I

Hiring Range: $62,080 - $71,392

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Department of Motor Vehicles

Location: CONTROLLER'S OFFICE

Agency Website: www.dmv.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is seeking a Technical Accounting Analyst. The Technical Accounting Analyst performs routine to moderately complex technical accounting activities to ensure financial accuracy and compliance for DMV, Motor Vehicle Dealer Board, and DMV Transfer Payments.
The role focuses on execution of journal entries, reconciliations, and daily interfaces across Oracle EBS, Cardinal Financials, and CSS, resolving standard errors, validating coding, and maintaining audit-ready documentation with adherence to GAAP and the Commonwealth Accounting Policies and Procedures (CAPP) Manual. The Analyst supports month-end/year-end close and collaborates with senior staff on exceptions requiring advanced judgment.
The position works closely with other departments within the Controller’s Office, Budget, Grants Management, IT, and other stakeholders to maintain data integrity, support accounting processes, and ensure compliance with internal controls and ARMICS standards. It assists with resolving routine accounting discrepancies, maintains audit-ready documentation, and contributes to process improvements and system updates.
The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, serves approximately 6.2 million licensed drivers and ID card holders with over 8.4 million registered vehicles. In addition, DMV serves a wide array of businesses, including dealers, fuels tax customers, rental companies, driving schools, other state agencies, local governments, and non-profit organizations. DMV operates upon five fundamental core values: Trustworthiness, Respect, Accountability, Integrity, and Teamwork (TRAIT). We don’t just talk about our core values, we live them!

Minimum Qualifications

• Foundational knowledge of GAAP and the Commonwealth Accounting Policies and Procedures (CAPP) Manual.
• Understanding basic technical accounting principles, including journal entries and interagency transactions.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups, and formulas).
• Effective communication and collaboration skills for working with internal stakeholders and documenting procedures.
• Ability to follow structured workflows, review data for accuracy, and identify when issues require escalation.

Additional Considerations

• Experience generating reports and validating financial data across multiple systems.
• Familiarity with ERP systems such as Oracle EBS and Cardinal Financials, and the ability to operate within integrated financial environments.
• Understanding of ARMICS internal control requirements and audit preparation processes.
• Ability to identify trends and contribute to process improvement initiatives.
• Experience supporting automation or system related enhancements.
• Ability to interpret statewide reporting requirements and apply GAAP and CAPP standards to routine tasks

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Selected candidate(s) will need to complete the I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification Form. DMV participates in E-Verify
All applicants for employment must consent to a driver history and criminal background check. A fingerprint-based criminal history check will be required on selected applicant(s).
As a condition of employment, DMV will be alerted of any moving violation convictions, including suspension of license.
Submission of an online application is required. DMV does not accept applications, resumes, cover letters, etc. in any other format. When applying for jobs, please ensure your online application or resume is complete with duties and skills associated with your work experience as well as years of experience in order to properly assess your skills in the screening process. Candidates are evaluated based on information provided in the application materials. Missing information cannot be assumed.
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disability Act. Contact 804-367-9728 for assistance.
Minorities, individuals with disabilities, Veterans, and people with National Service experience are encouraged to apply. EEO/AA/TT.
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

Contact Information

Name: DMV employment

Phone: 804 367-0528

Email: employmenty@dmv.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.