Fiscal Analyst 3 - Payroll

Description

As a member of the DOC Business Services Payroll Team, and under the direction of the Agency Payroll Officer, this position supports the Department's goals and objectives by developing systems and processes that ensure that every paycheck created will be treated as if it were their own and that the fiscal responsibilities the State of Washington are met with the highest level of integrity.

• A cover letter outlining your qualifications.
• A detailed chronological resumé.
• And at least three professional references with a phone number and an email address for each.

• A professional reference is defined as an individual who has been paid to supervise your work and can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job competencies.

Incomplete application packages may disqualify an applicant from the application process.

We are looking for evidence in your application materials that you have the experience, skills, and abilities indicated in this job posting. Qualified applicants whose responses most closely match the requirements of this position may be invited to interview. Carefully review your application before submitting. All information may be verified, and documentation may be required. The initial screening will be solely based on the contents and completeness of the application materials submitted.

Duties

• Developing and maintaining procedures to ensure the efficient and effective processing of employee Shared Leave benefits.
• Process all shared leave both within agency and outside of agency.
• Provide support and direction in the absence of supervisor, assisting staff with technical problems related to shared leave and employee benefits.

• Compliance with the OFM reporting requirements for the assigned G/L.
• Narratives included on the reconciliation report will be of appropriate detail to serve as an audit trail.
• Research anomalies and prepare appropriate journal voucher(s).

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• 12 Semester or 18 Quarter hours of accounting credits from an accredited college or university whose accreditation is recognized by the US Department of Education and the Council of Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or foreign equivalent.
• Three years of relevant professional experience. Relevant experience is defined as Fiscal Analyst 1 or above level work.
  • Provided that a candidate possesses a degree focused on accounting or business management/administration: an AA degree can be equivalent to 1 year required work experience, and BA degree or above can be equivalent to 2 years of required work experience. Equivalencies to be reviewed by Comptroller/designee, degrees outside of focused areas will NOT count towards experience requirements.

Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment

Supplemental Information

• Remote/telework/flexible schedules (depending on position)
• Up to 25 paid vacations days a year
• 12 days of paid sick leave a year
• 12 paid holidays a year
• Generous retirement plan
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Dependent Care Assistance
• Deferred Compensation and so much more!

• A background check including criminal record history will be conducted prior to a new hire.
  • 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 position.
• Employees may work directly with or in close proximity to incarcerated individuals in a potentially hazardous setting. Please consider this when deciding whether to apply.
• We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free work environment, and our employees are expected to comply with all state and federal laws. A pre-employment drug test may be administered as part of the selection process, and applicants who test positive for any controlled substances, will be disqualified from consideration.
• Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) is an aerosol pepper spray made available as a means of self- defense and/or de-escalation. Applicants with sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
• Animal care projects are a common component of most Washington State prisons, including dog and cat programs. Applicants with animal sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
• Tuberculosis (TB) is a priority health issue for DOC employees. The successful candidate may be required to provide valid proof of a baseline TB skin test within 60 days from the date of hire. When positive tests result, further information, testing and treatment will also be required. Employment is not contingent upon test results.

• DOC complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements for the federal employment eligibility verification form I-9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements of that form. https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents

• DOC does not use E-Verify; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM-Optional Practice Training (OPT). For information, please visit www.uscis.gov.
• This position may be represented by a Union shop.