WDVA Project Analyst (FA5), Full-Time, One WA Project, Olympia

Some of what youll do:

• Process transactions including cash receipts payroll and vendor payment.
• Prepare and adjust journal entries.
• Post monthly quarterly and yearly accruals.
• Assist with financial and operational audits.
• Research and correct account discrepancies.
• Review reconcile and resolve reconcilable differences in general ledger accounts.
• Analyze and reconcile DVA systems to AFRS or bank statements
• Assist in the evaluation of internal controls.
• Prepare financial reports.
• Assist with monthly and fiscal year end closing.
• Review and approve work normally performed by the supervisors and managers.
• and more!

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in accounting business or public administration which includes 18 quarter or 12 semester hours in accounting auditing budgeting or finance
• Three or more years relevant professional experience.

OR

• Masters degree in a financial related field.

• Advanced level knowledge of Microsoft Office suite specifically Excel and Word.
• Must be proficient in the English language.
• Agency Required Competencies for all positions:
  • The ability to take action to learn and grow.
  • The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.

Preferred/Desired Qualifications:

• State of Washington accounting experience in Accounts Receivable Accounts Payable and federal grant requirements.
• At least three years of experience with State accounting systems AFRS Enterprise Reporting Toolbox and TEMS.
• Familiarity with state administrative and accounting requirements.
• Excellent communication skills; written and oral are essential and are used via e-mail phone in person in meetings and complex written responses.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Advanced analytical skills and the ability to identify obtain examine and evaluate information for relevance to an issue.

Special requirements:

• Must be able to pass a DSHS BCCU Background Check every two (2) years in accordance with WDVA Policy615.000 Background Checks. 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 position.
• Must maintain regular and reliable attendance and be willing to work as needed.
• Must successfully complete within mandated timeframes employee orientation and all other mandatory annual in-service and other required training.
• Must become familiar and comply with all DVA policies and procedures and Collective Bargaining Agreements as applicable.
• Must sign the confidentiality statement for all employees.
• Positions requiring travel must have a valid unrestricted drivers license and must be insured if driving a privately owned vehicle on state business.
• Candidates who are offered a job with WDVA must possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa now or in the future.

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Application Process:

The top candidates will be contacted directly to interview for this position. Because the selection will be based on information provided by you it is in your best interest to identify the knowledge skills and abilities that address the mandatory and desirable qualifications described below.

Please include the following documents with your application:
1. A letter of interest describing specific qualifications.
2. A current resume detailing applicable experience and education.

Finalists will be asked to provide a list of at least three professional references with current telephone numbers.

Other Information:

• This position is represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees.

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Here at YOUR Washington Department of Veterans Affairs our employees come from all walks of life. We strive to hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age or veteran status.

We believe in the importance of recognizing the value each of us contribute to the success of the mission of the agency. Having a diverse workforce is this agencys greatest resource of strength and knowledge. It is through the combination of talents and abilities that we can pursue finding effective measures on how we can provide the best customer service. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone.

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