Fiscal Analyst 2 - Cashier | Non-Permanent | Multiple Positions

Apply early! This posting will remain open until filled. The salary listed above does not include the 3% general wage increase that will go into effect on July 1, 2024. As of July 1, the new monthly salary range for this position is $3,811.00-$5,117.00.

Please note: The duration of employment is anticipated to last until June 30,2025.

AGRICULTURE - A Cornerstone of Washington's Economy

The Washington State Department of Agriculture has been serving the state for more than 100 years. Through service, regulation, and advocacy, we keep agriculture viable and vital in Washington State, while protecting consumers, public health, and the environment. We work extensively with farmers and ranchers, but our responsibilities - from ensuring food safety to environmental protection - touch the lives of millions of people locally, nationally, and abroad.

The agency includes 780 employees approximately and grows close to 1,000 employees at the peak of seasonal work. To learn more and view additional openings, please visit our Employment Page.

The Opportunity:

The Financial Services Program provides centralized budget, accounting, payroll, and benefits to support the agency and program operations. Financial Services works to ensure budget and accounting operations are completed in compliance with state and federal guidelines as well as agency policies and procedures.

The Financial Services Program is hiring two non-permanent Fiscal Analyst 2 positions. These positions are critical members of the accounts receivable section who manages reconciliations and interagency agreements. These positions receives, deposits, and accurately records program revenue in a timely manner. As a cashier you will perform complex accounts receivable functions, such as but not limited to, fiscal year end closing adjustments and accrual journal vouchers for revenue, reviewing, analyzing, and auditing bank confirmations, receipts, and disbursement of revenues received. In addition, these positions serve as the primary back-up to the agency's travel lead.

What to Expect

Some of the various responsibilities as a Fiscal Analyst 2:  

• Interprets and explains OFM cashiering rules and regulations and WSDA policy for revenue and payments to agency employees.

• Reviews and analyzes cashiering regulations and processes to recommend specific improvements to the agency cashiering policy for additional efficiencies.

• Processes the receiving, coding, recording and depositing of all forms of revenue received by the agency within 24 hours of receipt.

• Completes requested corrections and JV corrections. Make JV and IAP payment

batches.

• Reviews, analyzes and reconciles general ledgers and program funds.

• Analyzes revenue accrual reports and makes JV adjustments.

• Enters contract information into ECMS.

• Reviews and monitors interagency contractual reimbursements.

• Interprets and explains travel rules and regulations and WSDA travel policies to

agency employees.

• Analyzes, interprets, and assigns appropriate expenditure codes to process paper and

electronic travel vouchers, tuition reimbursement requests, travel advances and A-19-2A

reimbursement requests.

Who should apply?

Applicants with:

• High School Diploma or GED.

• Five (5) years of Fiscal or Accounting experience.

• Higher education which includes 18 quarter, or 12 semester hours of accounting, auditing, or budgeting may substitute year for year for up to four years of experience.

In addition to the above qualifications, the following knowledge, skills, and abilities will make a candidate highly desirable:

• Bachelor's degree in a financial related field, certification as a Public Accountant, Internal Auditor, Certified Governmental Financial Manager or Management Accountant can be substituted for professional experience.

• Knowledge or state and agency fiscal policies

• Demonstrated Intermediate level of Microsoft Excel skills.

Employee Benefits:

• A healthy work/life balance, which may include flexible work schedules, and teleworking.

• WSDA provides an excellent benefits package beyond traditional benefits. State employment offers Dependent Care Assistance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Tuition Waiver, Deferred Compensation, Employee Recognition Leave; click here for more information.

• 12 paid Holidays & Vacation and Leave Accruals.

• All Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required will be provided by the agency.

How to apply:

You must complete your careers.wa.gov profile and answer the supplemental questions. In addition to completing the online application, and supplemental questions applicants must attach the following documents to their profile to be considered for this position:

• A resume detailing experience and education

• A cover letter describing how you meet the specific qualifications for this position

• Three professional references

By submitting these materials, you are indicating that all information is true and correct. The state may verify information. Any untruthful or misleading information is cause for removal from the applicant pool or dismissal if employed.

If you are having technical difficulties creating, accessing, or completing your application, please call NEOGOV toll-free at (855) 524-5627 or email support@neogov.com.

The initial screening will be solely based on the contents and completeness of your application and the materials submitted. All information may be verified, and documentation may be required. Applications received via e-mail will not be accepted in lieu of applying through the state's on-line recruitment system.

Equity at WSDA

The Department of Agriculture recognizes, appreciates, supports, embraces, and respects all cultural identities and backgrounds while we collaborate in authentic ways. We hire amazing people that share in the commitment to our Pro-Equity Anti-Racist (PEAR) strategic plan, our Healthy Environment for All (HEAL) Act implementation plan, and our unique needs and desires for belonging, respect, and inclusion. We value the growth and development of our team members by providing equitable access to resources and opportunities for continuous learning, improvement, and advancement.

We strive to hire, cultivate, and retain a productive and dedicated workforce that reflects the communities we serve while we are committed to a workplace that celebrates our differences and supports equal opportunity employment and inclusion regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, marital status, families with children (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity diversity, age, status as a protected veteran, honorably discharged veteran or military status, status as an individual with the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with disabilities or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Contact Us

Should you have any questions regarding this position or the online application, contact the Human Resource Office at Recruitment@agr.wa.gov.

Prior to a new appointment into the Department of Agriculture, 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.

The Human Resources Division may use referrals from this recruitment to help fill future similar vacancies for up to six months.

Veteran's Preference: Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and wish to claim Veteran's Preference MUST attach a copy of their DD214, or other verification of military service. Please blackout any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers. For additional information on Veteran's Preference and guidance on how to determine if you are eligible, click here.

Persons with a disability, who need assistance with their application or need this announcement in an alternative format, may call 664-1960 or toll free (877) 664-1960. TTY users should first call 711 to access the Washington Relay Service.

For more information about the Washington State Department of Agriculture, visit us at www.agr.wa.gov.