Corporate Accounting Manager Jobs in Virginia

Corporate Accounting Manager jobs in Virginia are in steady demand, with the strongest concentration in financial services, defense contracting, government consulting, and technology, and openings that run from senior accountants stepping into management for the first time through seasoned directors overseeing multi-entity consolidations. Northern Virginia, Richmond, and the Hampton Roads metro are the primary hiring centers, anchored by employers such as Booz Allen Hamilton, Leidos, and Capital One, which maintain large finance and accounting organizations in the state. The most sought-after specialties in Virginia listings include SEC and government contract reporting, multi-entity close management, and ERP-driven process improvement. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles9
Top employerHII
Top cityNewport News, VA
Cities hiring5
Work type100% On-site
Top credentialBachelor's degree in finance

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HII
Corporate Business Management Intern (Employee Benefits Accounting and Reporting)
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Corporate Business Management Intern (Employee Benefits Accounting and Reporting)
HII
Newport News, Virginia
Sales
Technical Product & Program Management
$41k - $63k/yr
10,000+

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HII
Corporate Business Management Intern (Financial Accounting & Reporting)
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Corporate Business Management Intern (Financial Accounting & Reporting)
HII
Newport News, Virginia
Sales
Technical Product & Program Management
$41k - $63k/yr
10,000+

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HII
Corporate Business Management Intern (Government Cost Accounting)
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Corporate Business Management Intern (Government Cost Accounting)
HII
Newport News, Virginia
Sales
Technical Product & Program Management
$41k - $63k/yr
10,000+

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Southern Auto Group
Assistant Controller - ACCOUNTING EXPERIENCE PREFERRED! - Southern Auto Group Corporate
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Assistant Controller - ACCOUNTING EXPERIENCE PREFERRED! - Southern Auto Group Corporate
Southern Auto Group
Chesapeake, Virginia
Business Operations
Customer Service
Customer Success
$60k - $75k/yr
501-1,000

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Langley Federal Credit Union
Vice President, Accounting & Corporate Controller
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Vice President, Accounting & Corporate Controller
Langley Federal Credit Union
Newport News, Virginia
Customer Service
Customer Support
Hospitality & Guest Services
$190k - $250k/yr
On-Site
Master's degree in business administration
501-1,000

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Corporate Accounting Manager Jobs by City in Virginia

Where Virginia roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Newport News
4 jobs
Richmond
2 jobs
Chesapeake
1 job
Harrisonburg
1 job
Purcellville
1 job

Corporate Accounting Manager Job Market in Virginia

A snapshot from current Virginia openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

HII
HII3 open roles
McKesson
McKesson2 open roles
Merit Restorations
Merit Restorations1 open role

What Virginia Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in corporate accounting manager jobs across Virginia.

  • CPA license active with the Virginia Board of Accountancy or a reciprocal state board
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field required
  • Five or more years of progressive accounting experience including supervisory responsibility
  • Demonstrated proficiency with enterprise ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Workday
  • Experience managing month-end and year-end close processes for multi-entity organizations
  • Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and internal controls frameworks such as SOX compliance

Corporate Accounting Manager Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a corporate accounting manager in Virginia?

The standard path in Virginia starts with a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, followed by obtaining a Certified Public Accountant license through the Virginia Board of Accountancy, which requires passing the Uniform CPA Examination and meeting Virginia's education and experience requirements. Most employers also expect several years of progressively responsible accounting work before a management appointment. Candidates who combine CPA licensure with experience in close management, financial reporting, or audit are the strongest candidates in Virginia's market.

Which companies hire corporate accounting managers in Virginia?

Employers hiring corporate accounting managers in Virginia right now include HII, McKesson, and Merit Restorations, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Virginia's high concentration of defense contractors, federal consulting firms, and large regional financial institutions means corporate accounting manager openings here often require familiarity with government contract accounting standards or multi-entity reporting environments.

Which Virginia cities have the most corporate accounting manager jobs?

Newport News, Richmond, and Chesapeake have the most corporate accounting manager openings in Virginia. Northern Virginia dominates the volume because of its dense cluster of federal contractors, technology firms, and financial services companies headquartered in the corridor between Tysons, McLean, and Reston, while Richmond draws demand from Capital One, Dominion Energy, and a concentration of regional banks and insurance companies, and Hampton Roads adds openings through defense contractors and port-related logistics and energy businesses.

Are there remote corporate accounting manager jobs in Virginia?

Yes, and more than many management roles, because corporate accounting managers work primarily with financial systems, reports, and cross-functional teams that operate effectively in distributed environments. About 0% of corporate accounting manager openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how broadly the role has shifted toward digital workflows. Month-end close coordination, ERP management, and financial reporting functions are the tasks most commonly performed fully remote, while roles that involve hands-on team leadership or audit liaison work tend to require some in-office presence.

How can I get hired as a corporate accounting manager in Virginia with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is moving into management from a senior accountant or accounting supervisor role, which large Virginia employers such as Booz Allen Hamilton, Capital One, and Dominion Energy regularly use as a pipeline for internal promotions. Candidates without direct management experience can strengthen their candidacy by completing the CPA examination through the Virginia Board of Accountancy, taking on project lead responsibilities in a current accounting role, and targeting assistant controller or accounting supervisor postings that explicitly mention a path to manager. Finance rotational programs at large Northern Virginia defense and technology firms are another practical route.

Where can I find and apply to corporate accounting manager jobs in Virginia?

You can find and apply to corporate accounting manager jobs in Virginia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Virginia openings across the state's major hiring markets. Search the listings for roles that match your experience level, specialization, and preferred location, then apply directly to the positions that fit.

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