Fiscal Analyst 3

Description

• Utilize the Local Programs capital management system database (SPORT) to review, audit, verify, correct, and prepare reimbursements for local agency projects.
• Evaluate that each project is properly eligible and classified for each funding source.
• Process accounts payable transactions on a timely basis.
• Ensure that projects are compliant with state and federal policies, and that federal and state participation percentages are appropriately calculated.
• Review, analyze and interpret accounting system reports to ensure expenditures are compliant with federal and state regulations.
• Ensure that expenditures align with the federal project phase requirements as detailed in 23 CFR, 2CFR 200 and all state requirements.

• Financial Analysis and Reconciliation: Demonstrated ability to independently analyze, reconcile, and validate financial transactions across multiple accounting and financial systems, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance with GAAP, and federal, state, and local agency regulations.
• Accounting Expertise: In-depth knowledge and application of accounting principles, standards, and practices to support accurate financial management, reporting, and compliance.
• Regulatory and Compliance Management: Proven ability to manage financial processes including reimbursements, project overruns, non-payments, and activity reporting in accordance with federal and state laws and regulations.
• Analytical and Transaction Review: Ability to critically evaluate invoices, staff time reports, procurement of materials, and travel documentation to ensure proper authorization, accuracy, and alignment with funding requirements.
• Technical and Financial Systems Proficiency: Skilled in utilizing advanced accounting databases and financial management systems to support complex project accounting. Demonstrates proficiency in Excel, including the use of complex spreadsheets, formulas, and data links to query, update, and prepare detailed financial reports that monitor program, sub-program, and project-level funding.
• Communication and Stakeholder Engagement: Demonstrated ability to communicate technical financial information clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, to diverse audiences. Provides accurate guidance on policies, procedures, and financial requirements to internal and external stakeholders.
• Respectful Workplace: Demonstrated ability to contribute to a work environment that fosters respect, inclusion, and equal opportunity for all.

• Accounting and Financial Management Knowledge: Demonstrated ability to apply accounting, auditing, or budgeting principles and practices to complex financial transactions and reporting. Experience equivalent to or supported by formal coursework (typically 18 quarter credits or 12 semester hours in Accounting, Audit, or Budget, or one additional year of professional financial experience).
• Governmental Accounting and Fiscal Compliance: Comprehensive understanding of governmental accounting practices, including knowledge of the Washington State Chart of Accounts, the State Accounting and Auditing Manual (SAAM), the state allotment process, and internal control procedures to ensure fiscal accountability and compliance.
• Federal Regulatory Compliance: Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply federal financial management requirements, including the Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (2 CFR Part 200).

• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
• This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options. Ability to work at Olympia Headquarters 1-4 times a week to meet state requirements for prompt pay.
• To review the full Position Description, please follow the directions in the “Contact Us” section of this posting.
• In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position. For union-represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements. Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in Chapter 357-28 of the Washington Administrative Code.
• WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov.

• Work-Life Balance – We offer flexible work schedules that allow you time for your life outside of this excellent opportunity.
• Paid Leave – In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees may earn up to 25 paid vacation days per year!
• Tuition Assistance – Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
• Plan For Your Future – WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have a choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go to State Benefits for more information.

Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary. Therefore, it is very important that the “Work Experience” portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible.

In order to be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application:

• An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date.
• An attached Cover Letter that further explains your qualifications and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.
• Contact details for a minimum of three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. This information can be entered in the “References” section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.

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WSDOT is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included, and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. All persons, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, and/ or gender identity, are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the recruiter listed.