What are the responsibilities and job description for the DSHS FTAA Fiscal Analyst 4 position at Washington State Department of Social and Health Services?
Description
DSHS FTAA – Fiscal Analyst 4
Join our team as a Fiscal Analyst 4 within the Finance Services Division (FSD) of the Finance Technology and Analytics Administration (FTAA) in Olympia. In this role, you will partner with fiscal staff, analysts, and leadership to support critical financial operations that sustain essential programs. You will play a key role in grant management, including drawing federal funds, reconciling general ledger activity, and supporting EBT financial processes. This position also provides financial consultation, analysis, and coordination to ensure compliance with departmental standards, Office of Financial Management requirements, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Your work will directly contribute to the accuracy, accountability, and integrity of the agency’s financial operations.
Some Of What You'll Do
We are seeking professionals who meet one of the following:
Along With Your Application, Please Include
Please reach out to DSHS Recruiter Ricky Luna at ricky.luna@dshs.wa.gov and reference job number #02951.
The Department of Social and Health Services’ (DSHS) vision that people find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency’s vision that you bring a fairness, access, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to support all Washingtonians, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.
Supplemental Information
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.
Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.
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DSHS FTAA – Fiscal Analyst 4
Join our team as a Fiscal Analyst 4 within the Finance Services Division (FSD) of the Finance Technology and Analytics Administration (FTAA) in Olympia. In this role, you will partner with fiscal staff, analysts, and leadership to support critical financial operations that sustain essential programs. You will play a key role in grant management, including drawing federal funds, reconciling general ledger activity, and supporting EBT financial processes. This position also provides financial consultation, analysis, and coordination to ensure compliance with departmental standards, Office of Financial Management requirements, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Your work will directly contribute to the accuracy, accountability, and integrity of the agency’s financial operations.
Some Of What You'll Do
- Analyze, monitor, and reconcile general ledger balances, ensuring accuracy and compliance
- Prepare and process journal vouchers, including allocations and reallocations using financial systems
- Generate and analyze financial reports using Enterprise Reporting and Web Intelligence tools
- Perform complex accounting functions in support of federal programs, ensuring compliance with GAAP
- Support federal fund draws and revenue reporting for department programs, including backup responsibilities
- Complete weekly and quarterly reconciliations and provide grant status updates to programs and leadership
- Provide technical guidance, troubleshoot financial issues, and recommend effective solutions
- Communicate effectively with internal and external partners, both verbally and in writing
- Analyze financial data, prepare reports, and interpret results to support decision-making
- Apply and explain accounting principles, laws, policies, and procedures
- Establish and maintain accurate financial records and accounting processes
- Prioritize workload, manage multiple assignments, and work both independently and collaboratively
- Interpret complex directives and regulations with strong attention to detail
- Utilize and build proficiency in financial systems such as the Agency Financial Reporting System (AFRS), Automated Client Eligibility System (ACES), Treasury Management System (TMS), Grants Management System (GMS), Automated Standard Application for Payments (ASAP), Payment Management System (PMS), Food Programs Reporting System (FPRS), and reporting tools.
We are seeking professionals who meet one of the following:
- A Bachelor’s degree that includes at least 18 quarter or 12 semester hours in accounting, auditing, or budgeting, and three to four years of relevant professional experience OR
- An equivalent combination of education and/or professional experience totaling seven or more years
- Professional experience may substitute for education; however, it does not substitute for the required accounting credit hours.
- A Master’s degree in a financial-related field or certification as a Certified Public Accountant, Internal Auditor, Certified Governmental Financial Manager, or Management Accountant may substitute for professional experience.
- Work schedule: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday.
- This is a project position with an anticipated duration of approximately 12 months.
- This is a hybrid telework position requiring a minimum of one day per week in the office, or as business needs dictate.
Along With Your Application, Please Include
- An updated resume
- A cover letter
- Transcripts
- Three professional references with contact information
Please reach out to DSHS Recruiter Ricky Luna at ricky.luna@dshs.wa.gov and reference job number #02951.
The Department of Social and Health Services’ (DSHS) vision that people find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency’s vision that you bring a fairness, access, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to support all Washingtonians, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.
Supplemental Information
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.
Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.
E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security