Accounting Manager

State of Washington • Thurston County – Olympia, WA

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Washington State Patrol is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer and strives to foster an environment in which everyone is encouraged to be their authentic selves, communicate openly, and act with courage. The WSP is dedicated to promoting fair and equitable hiring, training, and promotional practices through innovative recruitment and retention strategies. Budget and Fiscal Services (BFS) is responsible for the management of all agency financial activities including Accounting, Budgeting, Contractual Agreements, Financial Systems, Grants, and Payroll. The division consists of the Budget Section, the Accounting Section, the Financial Systems and Payroll Section, and the Contracting Section.

Requirements

• 18 quarter or 12 semester hours in accounting subjects.
• Minimum of five (5) years in increasingly responsible experience in the combined fields of accounting, budgeting, or audit.
• Minimum or two (2) years prior experience in supervision or management.
• Thorough knowledge of the Office of Financial Management (OFM) State Administrative and Accounting Manual (SAAM).
• Advanced understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) statements, and internal control frameworks.
• Knowledge of federal and state laws, audit requirements, and federal grant management or drawdowns.
• Skill in preparing complex financial statements, year-end closing packages, general ledger reconciliations, and variance analyses.
• Skill in leading remote and in-office teams, coaching staff, delegating workloads, and conducting performance evaluations.
• Ability to explain technical fiscal information clearly to non-financial managers, agency executives, and external auditors (such as the State Auditor’s Office).
• The ability to take action to learn and grow.
• The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.
• Uses an equitable and inclusive approach.

Responsibilities

• Direct all agency accounting activities including general ledger accounting, grant/contract billings, accounts receivable, cash management, local fund accounting, accounts payable, reconciliation of accounts, fiscal year closeout processes, and financial reporting.
• Ensure all revenues and expenditures are properly recorded in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) as well as state and federal regulations.
• Oversee the routine reconciliation of all accounts general ledgers, unbalanced/in-process listing, local funds, and other accounts.
• Maintain the agency’s chart of accounts and Agency Financial Reporting System (AFRS) account code tables.
• Serve as AFRS Security Administer.
• Oversee access by agency employees to all automated accounting systems including AFRS, the Disbursement Reporting System and the Capital Asset Management System.
• Review monthly agency financial reports for accuracy and makes adjustments and/or recommendations.
• Provide assistance in interpreting accounting information to agency staff.
• Provide direction, assistance, guidance, and training to all staff within the accounting section.
• Ensure proper accounting procedures are being used in compliance with GAAP as well as state and federal rules and regulations.
• Develop and implement Agency Fiscal Procedures providing direction to staff and agency personnel on all accounting policies and processes to be followed.
• Responsible for all accounting tasks, reports, and certifications associated with the fiscal year closeout process.
• Prepare annual financial reports and disclosure forms for the Office of Financial Management.
• Serve as primary point of contact and agency’s expert on all technical accounting issues, policies, principles, and procedures.
• Maintain the responsibility for the proper processing, recording, and reporting of all accounting transactions for a total biennial operating budget which includes several special appropriations and restricted funds.

Benefits

• flexible schedules
• telework options
• Infants at Work Program
• Continuous growth and development opportunities
• Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work
• Employment opportunities that recognize military veterans and/or military spouse per Governor Executive Order 19-01
• Qualification for the Public Loan Forgiveness Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed