Fiscal Analyst 5 - Accounts Payable

Description If you answer YES to any of these questions this is the perfect opportunity for you! Are you a self-starter with an interest in accounting and public service? Do you thrive in a team environment? Do you want a position with career growth opportunities? About the Agency & Division: The WSP actively supports Diversity, Equity, Inclusion in the workplace, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The WSP strives to create and foster an inclusive culture inspiring everyone to be their authentic selves, speak openly, and be courageous.
The WSP continues to focus on equitable hiring, training, and promotional practices and policies through innovative recruitment and retention solutions.
Partnering with our communities helps the WSP provide the best in public safety services now and into the future.
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.
Duties The incumbent will supervise the Accounts Payable unit and serve as the agency technical expert on accounts payable and purchase and travel card payments.
Our new teammate will be able to: Serve as the designated agency credit card administrator.
Serve as the principle advisor to the Accounting Manager on topics pertaining to accounts payable and credit cards.
Assist the Accounting Manager in the development of the Accounting Section’s portion of the division’s annual operational plan.
Review accounting procedures, agency receipting records, and agency controls to ensure conformity with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Recommend procedural changes needed to meet GAAP standards.
Monitor agency compliance with internal control procedures and requirements, agency policies, and state and federal regulations as they pertain to accounts payable and credit card functions.
Design, implement, review, and update internal policies and procedures that relate to accounts payable and credit card management duties.
Assist in the end-of-fiscal year/biennial closeout process by ensuring all agency payments are processed accurately and efficiently and applied to the correct accounting period.
NOTE: This is not a telework position.
Candidates must be able and willing to work in the office and commute to Olympia.
A hybrid work schedule may be available after training is complete.
Qualifications Required Qualifications: Must have a High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
Must have 18 quarter hours (or 12 semester) in accounting, auditing, or budgeting.
Must have at least 3 years of relevant professional experience.
Must possess a valid, unrestricted Washington State Driver's License or be able to obtain one within 30 days of employment.
If you have gotten this far and are thinking you do not qualify, consider again.
It may be that lived experience, volunteer positions, or a combination of experience and education could demonstrate your ability to perform the duties within this job.
If you are excited about this role but you’re not sure if your experience or held credentials align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway and contact the HR Consultant below to discuss your situation specifically.
You may just be the needed candidate for this or other roles.
Why work for the Washington State Patrol? A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions.
An Infants at Work Program that is based on the long-term health values of infant-parent bonding and breastfeeding newborns.
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 Supplemental Information This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.
WSP Policy 1.
04.
020 - WSP does not engage in, or assist with, civil immigration enforcement, therefore; In no stage of the hiring process will the immigration status of family members of the candidate be investigated by the Washington State Patrol.
Questions? Please contact Tracy Moore at (360) 704-2315 or via e-mail at tracy.
moore@wsp.
wa.
gov.
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