Fiscal Analyst 2, Tumwater

The Department of Revenue's Business and Financial Services (B&FS) Division is looking to fill a Fiscal Analyst 2position in our Revenue Accounting sectionin Tumwater, WA.
This is a close-knit team of people who are excited to work together and do their part.
If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, are easily adaptable to fluctuating workloads, and find satisfaction in reaching common objectives, then this is the position for you.
The hiring manager may start screening applicants as early as May 29, ****,and make a hiring decision at any time after.
It will be to your advantage to submit materials as soon as possible.
Revenueis a dynamic learning organization where you will experience a remarkable work-life balance, with amazing leadership and talented co-workers ready and focused on achieving the agency's goals.
We value diverse perspectives and life experiences.
We employ and serve people of all backgrounds, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, and veterans.
This unique culture of respect promotes a professional family of cohesive groups, maximizing potential through opportunity.
We offer a generous benefits package that includes defined benefit retirement plans; health, dental and vision coverage, deferred compensation plans, and as a public service employee, you may also be eligible forstudent loan forgiveness.
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We invite you to review the opportunity details below and forward this message to others you feel may be qualified.As a Fiscal Analyst 2, you will be responsible for completing daily, monthly, and annual tasks that include assisting with revenue and receivable related journal entries, reconciliations, transfers, and reports.
This position reconciles revenue sources and maintains internal accounting records.
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Here are some of the other essential functions you can expect:
* Provide accounting information to other agencies to record revenue transactions properly.
As a part of the reconciliation process, analyze and correct transactions with errors.
* Provide refund research information for the Tax Account Administration Division.
* Maintain accounting records for all activity within the Leasehold Fund.
This includes the accounting for all revenue and expenditures within the Leasehold Fund.
Reconciles the fund balances as of the last working day and determines correct amount to be transferred to correct revenue sources.
* Review and approve journal vouchers and manual refunds to be processed into the statewide financial system.
* Maintain and input property tax revenue monies into property tax accounting system.
* Maintain the daily AFRS batch control log and batch headers.
* Review the In Process Report daily
* Monitor the ATLAS ACH/Paper Refunds & Unclaimed Property Paper Refunds.
The required qualifications are key competencies that have been successfully demonstrated through experience or education.To join our team, you must possess the following knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies:
* Demonstrated ability to compile, transmit, and reconcile financial data across systems.
* Proven accounting skills to demonstrate ability to complete accurate general ledger accounting transactions, and complete general ledger reconciliations.
* Proven ability to apply critical thinking and analytical skills to resolve accounting related problems.
* Ability to identify discrepancies, analyze data, and recommend solutions.
Includes attention to detail and innovative thinking.
* Ability to communicate verbally and in writing sufficient to explain and interpret accounting requirements to financial and non-financial audiences.
* Ability to interpret and apply laws, rules, and standards.
* Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 suite functions and applications.
Equity Competencies
* The ability to take action to learn and grow: This equity competency identifies people who are curious about themselves and others who take responsibility for knowing their own strengths and weaknesses, and who use their learning to make government programs and processes more efficient and effective to serve all in Washington.
* The ability to take action to meet the needs of others: This equity competency identifies people who are flexible, adaptable, customer-service focused and willing and able to empathetically respond to the unique needs of the people they work with and serve.
* Uses an equity & inclusive approach: Actively seeks to understand and appreciate the diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences of colleagues, customers and communities.
Encourages an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued and respected.
Uses an equity lens that applies an objective perspective to daily work by considering impacts on the people we serve, particularly marginalized groups, by actively identifying and removing inequitable barriers.
Preference may be granted to candidates who possess:
* One year of experience as a Fiscal Analyst 1 OR
* Two years of professional-level accounting, budgeting, and/or auditing experience.
* College-level education in accounting or a related field can substitute for experience on a one year of experience is equivalent to two years of education.
Throughout the hiring process, we will be evaluating candidates on their ability to work cooperatively with other team members in a fast-paced office environment and contribute to group solutions through constructive feedback, ideas, and suggestions.
To be considered:
* Complete your online application in detail, as it will act as your initial resume.
* Attach a cover letter explaining how you meet the qualifications of this position.
* Note - Incomplete applications and applications received without the requested attachments may be disqualified.
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To take advantage of Veteran's preference, please attach your DD-214, member 4 long form, or your NGB-22.
Please blackout your Social Security number and date of birth before attaching.
Questions?
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The Human Resources Division may use referrals from this recruitment to help fill future similar vacancies for six months.
For current Department of Revenue employees and union members of the WPEA, current promotion rules will apply if selected.
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted.
Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between the Department of Revenue and the Washington Public Employees Association (WPEA).
The Department of Revenue is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
We embrace diversity and offer a respectful, inclusive culture for people with disabilities, as well as members of all protected groups and statuses.
We encourage you to apply.
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