Accountant I

Posted:
4/8/2026, 7:16:22 AM

Location(s):
Norfolk, Virginia, United States ⋅ Virginia, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level

Field(s):
Accounting

Workplace Type:
Hybrid

We invite you to explore a future with us at PRA Group, a diverse and growing company that has a tangible impact on the global economy.

Position Summary: 

Responsible for assisting in the preparation and reconciliation of financial statements. Performs a variety of duties, under direct supervision, to support senior management and adhere to production. Handles basic issues and problems and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff. Possesses beginning to work knowledge of subject matter.

HYBRID: 3 days week onsite in Norfolk, VA / 2 days week remote.

Key  Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned):

  • Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and audit work papers in support of monthly close process

  • Prepare, process, and reconcile Accounts Receivable transactions

  • Participate in accounting process improvements, analysis, and automation of cash related transactions and other transactions as identified

  • Assist in ensuring the accuracy of the financials and audit / tax preparation

  • Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) and company defined financial controls are maintained for responsible areas

  • Assist in special projects, as required

Professional Experience/Qualifications:              

  • Associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred in accounting, or the equivalent amount of experience required.
  • 0-2 years related experience required
  • Analytical thinking skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Ability to work within a team
  • Strong computer skills required; must demonstrate intermediate knowledge of Excel, Word and Outlook and possess / develop working knowledge of the Company’s accounting and other systems. 
  • Must be able to multi-task
  • Must be able to research tax and accounting information on the internet
  • Must be able to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies across areas of organizational responsibility
  • Must be able to understand accounting guidance and principals to independently resolve accounting issues and make informed decisions
  • Required to work weekends and evenings if necessary

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, color, sex, gender, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, citizenship, or any other classes recognized by state or local law or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. We are a drug free workplace.

To qualify, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and should not require, now or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status.

PraGroup

Website: https://pragroup.com/

Headquarter Location: Norfolk, Virginia, United States

Employee Count: 1001-5000

Year Founded: 1996

IPO Status: Public

Industries: Banking ⋅ Consulting ⋅ Consumer Lending ⋅ Finance ⋅ Financial Services ⋅ Government ⋅ Information Technology ⋅ Legal