Lease and SBITA Accountant

Job Title Lease and SBITA Accountant (Finan Svcs Spec I) Job Summary Reporting to the Plant Funds Accounting Manager, this position supports the 23 Virginia community colleges, the VCCS System Office, and the VCCS Shared Services Center Procurement Office in recording, accounting, and reporting functions related to lease contracts (GASB 87) and subscription‑based information technology arrangements (GASB 96). The role ensures compliance with GAAP, Virginia’s Commonwealth Accounting Policies and Procedures (CAPP) manual, and VCCS standards. Responsibilities Review and analyze procurement records via the Commonwealth’s eVA procurement system to determine reporting requirements. Prepare accounting entries in accordance with GAAP and enter lease and SBITA data into the cloud‑based DebtBook accounting software. Provide subject‑matter expertise and training to college personnel as needed. Prepare year‑end entries and footnotes, and respond to inquiries from VCCS and the Auditor of Public Accounts. Collaborate closely with VCCS Information Technology Services, Facilities Management, the Shared Services Center Procurement Office, and college personnel to ensure accurate reporting. Qualifications Ability to review and evaluate procurement records to identify reportable lease agreements per GASB 87 and subscription‑based information technology agreements per GASB 96. Prepare accounting entries in accordance with GAAP. Effectively manage time and work on multiple assignments with minimal supervision. Interpret administrative policies and procedures, exercise independent judgment, and make sound business decisions. Establish and maintain effective working relationships. Provide exceptional customer service to internal and external customers in a professional manner. Express thoughts clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing. Intermediate to advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office 365, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Education or working experience in general accounting. Working knowledge of GAAP. Experience with complex automated accounting systems such as Oracle, PeopleSoft, Cardinal, or other Oracle‑based systems. Good customer service experience. Education or work experience equating to a bachelor’s degree in accounting. Financial statement preparation experience, including footnotes. Fixed asset or capital outlay accounting experience. Experience with GASB 87 and 96 reporting. Experience in higher education, state or local government, or general accounting environments. Working knowledge of PeopleSoft, Commonwealth of Virginia Lease Accounting System (LAS PLUS), DebtBook, LeaseQuery, or other lease and/or SBITA reporting software. Working knowledge of eVA. 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. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Virginia Community College System