What are the responsibilities and job description for the Statewide Accountant position at State of Washington?
JOB
Please Note: This recruitment will be used to fill multiple vacancies. The starting salary offer will be determined based on the successful candidates’ qualifications within the budgeted salary range of $92,700-$108,000 annually. However, there is ability for longevity growth and progression in salary for the individual once employed. Hybrid: Our physical office is in Olympia WA. This position is flexible/hybrid, with the ability to work from home, and some travel to in-person activities, meetings, and events. What this job is about: As a Statewide Accountant, you will provide fiscal and administrative leadership, direction, information and assistance to state agencies to support them in meeting their goals and fulfilling their responsibilities. You'll promote accountability and transparency by administering statewide policies and producing statewide reports to fulfill federal and state requirements. You'll collaborate in a positive and supportive environment; bringing fairness, objectivity and a statewide perspective to the table.Who we are: The Accounting division provides financial direction through state accounting policies. We support state agencies with administering those policies through training and consulting services. Our division also helps state agencies meet their goals and fulfil their responsibilities. Your work will help us promote accountability and transparency by fulfilling federal and state requirements. We value collaboration in a positive and supportive environment, and we want this role to bring fairness, objectivity, and a statewide perspective to the table.If playing a key role in supporting and improving state government matters to you, you’ve found the right place!What we offer our employees: Foster an environment of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. We strive to hire, cultivate and retain a competitive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Encourage a healthy life/work balance by offering flexible/alternative work schedules, wellness program, mobile arrangements and telework opportunities.Employees (and their families) have coverage options for medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance. Opportunity to enroll in state retirement programs and a deferred compensation plan. A minimum of 14 days of vacation leave per year and 12 paid holidays throughout the calendar year.OFM offers a commute trip reduction program, tuition reimbursement, membership to statewide Business Resource Groups and an Infants-at-Work program. See our Benefits page for more information.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
What you’ll do: Serves as a consultant to state agencies by providing consulting services to an assigned set of state agencies, as well as others within OFM in resolving financial and technical issues regarding state financial policies, state laws and regulations, and implementation of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) in accordance with state law. Monitor agency financial data monthly for accuracy, appropriateness and conformity with state statute, state allotment authority and national standards for accounting and financial reporting. Includes analysis of and recommending correction as necessary to agency monthly financial data.Review year-end data submissions by assigned state agencies. Coordinate adjusting entries when needed. Consult with staff of the State Auditor’s Office when necessary.Participate in the preparation of the State of Washington Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) as part of the Statewide Accounting (SWA) team.Maintain assigned provisions of the State Administrative & Accounting Manual (SAAM). This involves interpreting and responding to questions, coordinating appropriate changes to SAAM when state law or other regulations are amended, and developing resources and providing training on the assigned SAAM sections. Develop and maintain assigned provisions in Washington Administrative and Accounting Manual (WAAM). As a subject matter expert assist with developing, reviewing and providing feedback on new accounting training. Conduct instructor led trainings for newly developed accounting courses. Draft articles for the OFM Connection Newsletter.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
How to apply: Click “Apply” at the top of this page to start your application (you can save the application and come back to it, if needed).IMPORTANT: To be considered for this position, please include the following along with your completed application: Letter of interest: describing your specific qualifications.Resume: that details your applicable experience and education.References: at least three professional references with current telephone numbers.We will directly contact the top candidates to interview for this position. Because we base our selection on the information you provide, it is in your best interest to identify the knowledge, skills and abilities that address the required and desirable qualifications we described above. Questions: For questions about this recruitment, assistance in the application process, or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, please email Leila at TalentAcquisition@ofm.wa.gov. For TTY service, please call the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.The Office of Financial Management is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, and disabled and Vietnam-era veterans are encouraged to apply.Special Note: This position is exempt from civil service rules.For more information, please see WAC 357-19-195.
Please Note: This recruitment will be used to fill multiple vacancies. The starting salary offer will be determined based on the successful candidates’ qualifications within the budgeted salary range of $92,700-$108,000 annually. However, there is ability for longevity growth and progression in salary for the individual once employed. Hybrid: Our physical office is in Olympia WA. This position is flexible/hybrid, with the ability to work from home, and some travel to in-person activities, meetings, and events. What this job is about: As a Statewide Accountant, you will provide fiscal and administrative leadership, direction, information and assistance to state agencies to support them in meeting their goals and fulfilling their responsibilities. You'll promote accountability and transparency by administering statewide policies and producing statewide reports to fulfill federal and state requirements. You'll collaborate in a positive and supportive environment; bringing fairness, objectivity and a statewide perspective to the table.Who we are: The Accounting division provides financial direction through state accounting policies. We support state agencies with administering those policies through training and consulting services. Our division also helps state agencies meet their goals and fulfil their responsibilities. Your work will help us promote accountability and transparency by fulfilling federal and state requirements. We value collaboration in a positive and supportive environment, and we want this role to bring fairness, objectivity, and a statewide perspective to the table.If playing a key role in supporting and improving state government matters to you, you’ve found the right place!What we offer our employees: Foster an environment of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. We strive to hire, cultivate and retain a competitive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Encourage a healthy life/work balance by offering flexible/alternative work schedules, wellness program, mobile arrangements and telework opportunities.Employees (and their families) have coverage options for medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance. Opportunity to enroll in state retirement programs and a deferred compensation plan. A minimum of 14 days of vacation leave per year and 12 paid holidays throughout the calendar year.OFM offers a commute trip reduction program, tuition reimbursement, membership to statewide Business Resource Groups and an Infants-at-Work program. See our Benefits page for more information.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
What you’ll do: Serves as a consultant to state agencies by providing consulting services to an assigned set of state agencies, as well as others within OFM in resolving financial and technical issues regarding state financial policies, state laws and regulations, and implementation of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) in accordance with state law. Monitor agency financial data monthly for accuracy, appropriateness and conformity with state statute, state allotment authority and national standards for accounting and financial reporting. Includes analysis of and recommending correction as necessary to agency monthly financial data.Review year-end data submissions by assigned state agencies. Coordinate adjusting entries when needed. Consult with staff of the State Auditor’s Office when necessary.Participate in the preparation of the State of Washington Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) as part of the Statewide Accounting (SWA) team.Maintain assigned provisions of the State Administrative & Accounting Manual (SAAM). This involves interpreting and responding to questions, coordinating appropriate changes to SAAM when state law or other regulations are amended, and developing resources and providing training on the assigned SAAM sections. Develop and maintain assigned provisions in Washington Administrative and Accounting Manual (WAAM). As a subject matter expert assist with developing, reviewing and providing feedback on new accounting training. Conduct instructor led trainings for newly developed accounting courses. Draft articles for the OFM Connection Newsletter.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
How to apply: Click “Apply” at the top of this page to start your application (you can save the application and come back to it, if needed).IMPORTANT: To be considered for this position, please include the following along with your completed application: Letter of interest: describing your specific qualifications.Resume: that details your applicable experience and education.References: at least three professional references with current telephone numbers.We will directly contact the top candidates to interview for this position. Because we base our selection on the information you provide, it is in your best interest to identify the knowledge, skills and abilities that address the required and desirable qualifications we described above. Questions: For questions about this recruitment, assistance in the application process, or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, please email Leila at TalentAcquisition@ofm.wa.gov. For TTY service, please call the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.The Office of Financial Management is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, and disabled and Vietnam-era veterans are encouraged to apply.Special Note: This position is exempt from civil service rules.For more information, please see WAC 357-19-195.
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