Fiscal Analyst 1

State of Washington•Mason County – Shelton, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

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, you’ll play an important role in supporting the agency’s 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.

Requirements

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)
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.

Nice To Haves

Two (2) years of relevant professional experience. Relevant experience is defined as Fiscal Technician 2 or above work
Associate or bachelor’s 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

Responsibilities

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
Preparing and processing accounting entries for incarcerated individual releases and month-end activity
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