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Fiscal Analyst 4 – Toll Accounting

State of Washington Dept. of Transportation
Olympia, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/25/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/24/2025

Description




About WSDOT
Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal organization with a global reputation for excellence! Our dedicated workforce is responsible to plan, design, build, and operate an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and goods throughout the state. In addition to maintaining over 18,000 lane miles of state highway and 4,100 bridges, WSDOT manages the world's longest floating bridge, executes an award-winning Active Transportation Plan, holds a record for the world's widest tunneling project, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation!

The Opportunity
WSDOT’s Accounting & Financial Services Division (AFS) is seeking a curious, energetic individual to fill a Fiscal Analyst 4 position on the Toll Accounting team. This position will be responsible for maintaining the financial integrity and accuracy of toll financial data between various financial systems and public accountability with the tolling contractors. This role oversees the recognition and adjustment of toll revenue, conducts reviews and validations of the agency's tolling revenue and receivable accounting activity, and performs independent reconciliations to correct revenue accounting discrepancies. The ideal candidate will have experience with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) requirements for financial reporting and, will provide consultation and training to support AFS's mission of delivering high-quality financial services. If you are looking for an energetic, high-producing, technology-driven organization to work with that feels their number one focus should be on developing and retaining our employees, then we are looking for you too!

What to Expect
Among the varied range of responsibilities held by this position, the Fiscal Analyst 4 will:
  • Reconcile the Tolling Back Office System interface transactions with TRAINS (WSDOT’s accounting system of record).
  • Review the daily bank reconciliation, investigate anomalies, and approve journal vouchers.
  • Reconcile tolling revenue, customer deposits, associated receipts, and balance sheet accounting.
  • Analyze the accounting system information in accordance with GAAP, GASB, and State Administrative & Accounting Manual (SAAM) guidelines.
  • Reconciliation of balance sheet entries for prepaid customer accounts, receivables, interfund transactions, and consumable inventory.
  • Prepare monthly and fiscal year-end entries for in different financial systems to correctly reflect tolling operations.
  • Assist in the cost allocation of revenues and consumable inventory expenditures process.
  • Validate and process customer refunds using complex financial analysis techniques.
  • Oversee inventory control procedures.
  • Assist in the validation of internal controls within the Back Office System and prepare financial reports.

Qualifications
To be considered for this opportunity, the following are required:
  • Four (4) years of experience in the financial field (additional education may substitute for experience).
  • Bachelor's degree, which includes 18 quarter or 12 semester hours in accounting. (Please note: Additional experience may substitute for education.)
  • Perform senior-level financial analysis of accounting data in accordance with GAAP, Federal and state regulations, and WSDOT policy.
  • Analyze, interpret, and reconcile data in different financial systems.
  • Independently navigate, query, update and prepare financial entries in WSDOT’s financial systems.
  • Exceptional oral and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial and technology information in an understandable format.
  • Ability to work in a high stress environment with multiple, competing priorities and deadlines.
  • Knowledge and understanding of complex financial applications and systems.
  • Work effectively as part of a high-functioning team.
  • Ability to identify issues or problems and develop an action plan to mitigate risks.

It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:
  • Experience with WSDOT’s financial systems.
  • Experience with toll accounting
  • Experience with Internal Controls
  • Governmental accounting experience.

  • To review the full Position Description, please follow the directions in the “Contact Us” section of this posting.

Important Notes
  • This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
  • This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options.
  • 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.

Why WSDOT
  • Work-Life Balance – We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals’ lifestyle. As such, there are a number of flexible schedule options available, including occasional telework for eligible positions.
  • Paid Leave – In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees 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 their choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go to State Benefits for more information.

Check out this video to learn more: Why WSDOT?

How to Apply

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. NOTE: This information may 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 listed Recruiter via email.

Contact Us
For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter at Rachel.Giese@wsdot.wa.gov. Please be sure to reference 24DOT-HQ-03464 in the subject line.

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