DSHS FFA Fiscal Analyst 3
DSHS FFA Fiscal Analyst 3
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- This position plays a central role in handling complex garnishments for employees providers and vendors ensuring compliance with legal and financial regulations. Youll also act as the primary backup to the DSHS Tax Desk preparing and correcting 1099s and other federal tax forms. The work you do here directly supports the departments ability to deliver services reliably and lawfullybecause behind every tax form and garnishment order is someone relying on DSHS.
This is a great role for someone who enjoys working independently while contributing to a supportive collaborative team. Youll be part of a small closeknit unit that values precision mentorship and shared success. Youll also have access to robust professional development including crosstraining and leadership pathways.
Some of what youll do:- Respond to inquiries related to employee vendor and provider garnishments.
- Interpret and apply legal requirements for garnishments wage assignments and levies.
- Serve as liaison with the Attorney Generals Office for garnishmentrelated guidance.
- Maintain and reconcile general ledgers related to garnishment activities.
- Provide backup support for all tax desk functions including vendor and employee tax corrections.
- Ensure accurate posting of garnishment and taxrelated transactions in the Agency Financial Reporting System (AFRS).
- Maintain complete compliant financial records in accordance with state and federal guidelines.
Who should applyProfessionals who have a bachelors degree* with a minimum of 12 semesters or 18 quarter hours in accounting auditing or budgetingand two to three years of relevant professional experience**.
*Professional experience may substitute for education but not for the accounting audit or budgetrelated credit hours.
**A masters degree in a financial related field; or certification as a Public Accountant Internal Auditor Certified Governmental Financial Manager or Management Accountant can be substituted for professional experience.
Additional knowledge skills and abilities we are looking for:- Accounting knowledge A solid foundation in accounting principles methods and state financial procedures is essential to performing reconciliations and regulatory reporting.
- Legal interpretation The ability to accurately apply court orders and state laws to garnishment and levy actions is key to ensuring compliance.
- Communication Clear and respectful written and verbal communication skills are critical for working with external partners and internal teams across the department.
- Analytical thinking Youll need to identify discrepancies interpret fiscal data and recommend solutions to ensure accuracy and accountability.
- Technology proficiency A solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to learn internal systems like AFRS and HRMS.
- Collaboration While much of this work is selfdirected a teambased mindset is important in supporting the overall success of the Tax and Garnishment unit.
- Customer service A serviceoriented approach is needed when working with employees vendors and other partners to resolve complex issues.
- Adaptability A willingness to learn and grow within the role will support your success particularly during peak tax and filing seasons.
InterestedApply today!
Please include unofficial college transcripts and a cover letter with your application.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 agencys vision that you bring an equity antiracism and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to create greater access and affirming representation of the communities we serve 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.
QuestionsPlease contact OR call the main Talent Acquisition line atand reference 02453.
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 applicants 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 drivers license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.
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Employment Type
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