Fiscal Analyst 1

Fiscal Analyst 1

Full Time Permanent

Location: Washington Corrections Center Shelton WA

Salary Range: $5055 - $6777 Monthly

This position is represented by the Teamsters 117 bargaining unit.

The candidate of choice must be comfortable working in a Prison environment as you will be required to work in facility daily.

The Washington State Department of Corrections is seeking an individual who is excited to make an impact through accuracy accountability and service. As a Fiscal Analyst 1 youll play an important role in supporting the agencys mission of Positively Transforming Lives by helping ensure financial resources are managed accurately responsibly and efficiently. Your work will directly support the day-to-day operations of the agency and the individuals we serve.

In this position you will be responsible for the accurate and timely management of incarcerated individual trust funds and financial transactions. You will review and process financial transactions maintain accurate records reconcile accounts and ensure compliance with applicable policies procedures and regulations.

The Fiscal Analyst 1 works closely with staff and other stakeholders to resolve financial discrepancies provide quality customer service and ensure funds are properly accounted for and processed. Success in this role requires strong attention to detail sound judgment organization and the ability to maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive financial information.

This position also contributes to a positive respectful and professional workplace by demonstrating ethical and fair conduct accountability and a commitment to treating others with dignity and respect.

A completed application packet will include:

We are looking for teammates who shares our vision of public service and is committed to an equitable and inclusive culture that fosters and inspires excellence while promoting innovation engagement and safety leading to better outcomes for our incarcerated population our agency and our community.

As a Fiscal Analyst 1 some of your duties will include:

• Local fund accounting which could include:
  • Preparing monthly fiscal statements and reports in accordance with GAAP such as balance sheet profit and loss and cash flow statement on an accrual basis
  • Maintaining ledger accounts and analyze fiscal data
  • Accurately and efficiently processing deposit and withdrawal activity for locally held accounts
  • Accounting may include the Resident Trust Account 651 Incarcerated Individual Betterment Fund 298 (IIBF) Donations Account Fund 759 Imprest Account Fund 001 and concentration accounts
  • Preparing and processing accounting entries
  • Incarcerated individual releases
  • Month-end activity
• General Accounting which could look like:
  • Recording and reconciling reimbursable activities and ensuring expenditures are cleared from the general fund by AFRS fiscal month close
  • Processing funds received to the General Fund account by keying Cash Receipts into TM$
  • Assisting LBM with minor tasks related to reconciliation of the general ledger accounts
  • Completing WEX fuel card audit
  • Coordinating with HQ Disbursement Unit to ensure timely payments
  • Assisting with fiscal year-end closing activities
• Other duties as assigned

What we need (required qualifications):

• High School Diploma or GED
• 12 Semester or 18 Quarter hours of accounting credits from an accredited college or university whose accreditation is recognized by the US Department of Education and the Council of Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or foreign equivalent

OR

• Ability to obtain the listed credits and courses from an accredited college or university whose accreditation is recognized by the US Department of Education and the Council of Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or foreign equivalent within the six months from date of hire

• One (1) Year of Professional Accounting Experience (Defined as Fiscal Technician 2 level Accounting Experience or Above)

*Note: A degree in a financial related field from an accredited institution whose accreditation is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council of Higher Education Accreditation or a foreign equivalent may be substituted for relevant experience. Proof of degree may be required prior to employment. If a degree was awarded outside of the United States candidates must provide a credential evaluation report. Certification as a Public Accountant Internal Auditor Certified Governmental Financial Manager or Management Accountant can be substituted year for year for professional experience.

What will make your application stand out (preferred qualifications):

• Two (2) years of relevant professional experience. Relevant experience is defined asFiscal Technician 2 or above work
• Associate or bachelors degree in business accounting or financial related field from an accredited college or university whose accreditation is recognized by the US Department of Education and the Council of Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or foreign equivalent.
• Computer Literacy Ability to effectively use agency standard software
• Analytical Ability Posses the logical analytical abilities to review analyze and process requests or transactions to ensure accurate fiscal records
• Problem Solving Ability to use analytical and problem-solving skills to review information and determine an appropriate solution. Information would include transactional date WAC RCW and Agency Policy
• Work Environment Awareness When working in any area of the facility assume responsibility for the first stage of safety in a prison environment by being consciously aware of your surrounding including exits entrances staff backup and incarcerated individual numbers and locations. Report safety issues as they are discovered to your supervisor

Vision: Working together for safer communities.

Mission:Improving public safety by positively changing lives.

Our Commitment: To operate a safe and humane corrections system and partner with others to transform lives for a better Washington.

Our Core Values:

DOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race creed color national origin sex marital status sexual orientation gender identity gender expression age honorably discharged veteran veteran status genetic information or the presence of any sensory mental or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• DOC complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements for the federal employment eligibility verification form I-9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements of that form. does not use E-Verify; therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM-Optional Practice Training (OPT). For information please .
• This recruitment may be utilized to fill more than one position.
• Please include a minimum of three (3) professional references with your application. A professional reference is defined as an individual who has been paid to supervise your work and can attest to your work performance technical skills and job competencies. If you do not have any or sufficient professional references please include non-related professionals such as educators or other professional associates.
  **Please note: Phone number AND email address are required for all professional references.
• A background check including criminal record history will be conducted prior to a new hire. 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.
• Employees may work directly with or near incarcerated individuals in a potentially hazardous setting. Please consider this when deciding whether to apply.
• We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free work environment and our employees are expected to comply with all state and federal laws. A pre-employment drug test may be administered as part of the selection process and applicants who test positive for any controlled substances will be disqualified from consideration.
• Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) is an aerosol pepper spray made available as a means of self-defense and/or de-escalation. Applicants with sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
• Animal care projects are a common component of most Washington State prisons including dog and cat programs. Applicants with animal sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
• Tuberculosis (TB) is a priority health issue for DOC employees. The successful candidate may be required to provide valid proof of a baseline TB skin test within 60 days from the date of hire. When positive tests result further information testing and treatment will also be required. Employment is not contingent upon test results.
• Foreign equivalent degrees awarded outside the United States must have a credential evaluation report attached to your application. You may request the required evaluation/documentation from and. Until this documentation is provided you will not beselected to move forward in the hiring process.

Telework Details

This position may be allocated for telework. If authorized for the role work may be performed from your home or another offsite location within the state of Washington using a reliable internet or cellular hotspot service at that time. Employees are expected to perform assigned duties in a safe manner to take proper care all state-issued equipment and maintain confidentiality of all information in possession while working offsite. Employees will be required to commute to a Department of Corrections facility or field office as business requires to potentially include components of the onboarding process. Some offices will have a drop in area available however a dedicated workspace within a DOC facility will not be provided.

What We Offer:

As an employee of the Department of Corrections your work-life integration is a priority. Washington State employees are offered one of the most inclusive and competitive benefits packages in the nation. Besides comprehensive family insurance for medical dental and vision these perks also may include:

• Remote/telework/flexible schedules (depending on position)
• Up to 25 paid vacation days a year
• 8 hours of paid sick leave per month
• 12 paid holidays a year
• Generous retirement plan
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Dependent Care Assistance
• Deferred Compensation and so much more!

*Teamsters 117 represented positions receive 3 days of bereavement leave.

PERS:State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information check out theDepartment of Retirement Systems web site.

For questions about this recruitment or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process please email or call us at . For TTY service please call the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-.