Capital Asset Accountant (FA5, In-Training)

Thurston County, WA - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 61644 - 96144

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

About WSDOT

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal organization with a global reputation for excellence! Our dedicated workforce is responsible for planning designing building and operating an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and goods throughout the addition to maintaining over 18000 lane miles of state highway and 4100 bridges WSDOT manages the worlds longest floating bridge executes an award-winning Active Transportation Plan holds a record for the worlds widest tunneling project and operates the largest ferry system in the nation!

The Opportunity

WSDOT is seeking a Fiscal Analyst 5 Capital Asset Accountant to join the Accounting and Reporting Team in Olympia WA. Reporting to the Accounting & Reporting Assistant Manager this position serves as the agencys primary accounting lead and financial consultant for capital assets. This role is responsible for agency-wide financial reporting ensuring the integrity of capital asset accounting and providing expert-level financial consulting services across WSDOT. The position partners with WSDOTs regions divisions programs other state agencies and other nonstate entities to resolve complex accounting issues and support both short- and long-term organizational goals.

The Fiscal Analyst 5 supports the development and implementation of statewide capital asset accounting policy by interpreting and applying GASB standards federal and state laws and OFM policies. Using advanced financial analysis and professional judgment this position ensures consistent accurate application of financial policies across the agency.

What to Expect

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role the Capital Asset Accountant will:

Reconcile consumable inventory accounting and make adjusting entries in conjunction with oversight from the Procurement & Materials Management Office.
Reconcile all capital asset systems to WSDOTs financial accounting system monthly and make the adjusting entries quarterly.
Assist with determining if an asset cost should be capitalized the appropriate depreciation schedule and make decisions on the best accounting treatment for that asset.
Update data in support of financial statement reports as needed for stakeholders and business needs.
Act as the capital asset Subject Matter Expert in annual audits as required and performed by the State Auditors Office.
Provide general procedural directions to AFS staff who may assist in producing the positions work product.
Perform monthly reconciliations of assigned funds and general ledgers to ensure data is accurately interfaced from TRAINS (WSDOT core financial system) to AFRS (the states core financial system).
Utilize a variety of TRAINS and AFRS reports in order to verify and reconcile the accounting data between the WSDOT accounting system and the statewide accounting system to identify any discrepancies and make necessary corrections.
Analyze general ledger data at the subprogram appropriation object and/or major group/source level within and between TRAINS and AFRS to ensure timely and accurate reporting of financial data.
Perform detailed analysis of TRAINS and AFRS reports.

Qualifications

To be considered for this opportunity the following are required:

Advanced Accounting & Financial Analysis: Demonstrated ability to manage and analyze capital asset general fund and general ledger accounting in compliance with GAAP GASB federal and state regulations and WSDOT policies.
Financial Reconciliation & Data Integrity: Proven ability to perform accurate timely fund and general ledger reconciliations; analyze and reconcile data across multiple financial systems; and ensure the integrity of financial records.
Complex Transactions & Problem Solving: Thorough understanding of general ledger relationships (assets liabilities fund balance/equity revenues and expenditures) with the ability to evaluate complex transactions resolve accounting issues and provide consultative guidance.
Regulatory Interpretation & Policy Guidance: Ability to research interpret and apply SAAM GASB and GAAP requirements and provide clear actionable guidance to leadership and stakeholders.
Communication & Customer Service: Advanced ability to communicate complex financial information clearly and professionally both verbally and in writing to diverse audiences while delivering high-quality customer service.
Independence Organization & Work Management: Ability to work independently and collaboratively exercise sound judgment with minimal supervision and manage multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Accounting Systems & Technical Proficiency: Advanced knowledge of automated general ledger and financial reporting systems with the ability to independently query extract and prepare reports using accounting systems and PC software such as Excel Outlook and Word.

Growth Mindset:Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth.
Service-Oriented:Takes action to meet the needs of others.

It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:

Government Accounting Environment Experience: Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a complex governmental accounting environment applying public-sector accounting principles controls and processes.
WSDOT Financial Systems Proficiency: Demonstrated experience using WSDOT financial systems (such as TRAINS Cognos or similar enterprise financial and reporting systems) to access analyze and report financial data.

Important Notes

This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options.
To review the full Position Description please follow the directions in the Contact Us section of this posting.
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 applicableCollective Bargaining Agreements. Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in Chapter 357-28of 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.
This is a Fiscal Analyst 5 position. However the hiring manager reserves the right to fill the position at a lower level in theclassification seriesbased on candidate qualifications providing an opportunity for an individual to gain the required experience on the job as part of a formal in-training plan. The annual base salaries for each level are:

Fiscal Analyst 3: $61644 - $82872
Fiscal Analyst 4: $64776 - $87048
Fiscal Analyst 5: $71472 - $96144

Why WSDOT

Work-Life Balance We offer flexible work schedules that allow you time for your life outside of this excellent opportunity.
Paid Leave In addition to 12 paid holidays full-time employees mayearn 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.
PlanFor 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 toState 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) professional references who can attest to your work performance technical skills and job-related competencies. This information can be entered in the References section of the online application and does not require an additional attachment.

Please click the APPLY button to proceed.Note that you will be prompted to either sign in or create an account. This step is required in order to submit an application to this opportunity.

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 who need assistance in the application process or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the recruiter listed.

Contact Us

For inquiries aboutthis posting you may contact the assigned Recruiter Amanda Strebeck at. Please be sure to reference Fiscal Analyst 5 #05528 in the subject line.

DescriptionAbout WSDOTWashington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal organization with a global reputation for excellence! Our dedicated workforce is responsible for planning designing building and operating an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves...