About WSDOT
The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal agency with a global reputation for excellence. Our dedicated workforce plans, designs, builds, and operates an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and goods throughout the state. In addition to maintaining over 20,000 lane miles of state highway and 4,100 bridges, WSDOT leads an award-winning Active Transportation Plan, manages the world's longest floating bridge, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation!
The Opportunity
WSDOT is seeking three detail-driven and analytical Fiscal Analyst 3 positions to join the Local Programs Division’s Program Management team in Lacey, WA. These positions play an important role in the financial management of local agency transportation projects throughout Washington. Depending on the assignment, you may focus on managing agreements and funding, analyzing project financial activity and compliance, or reviewing and processing expenditures and reimbursements.
Using multiple financial systems, you will analyze complex financial information, ensure compliance with federal and state requirements and WSDOT policies, and provide financial guidance that supports effective project delivery and planning. Your work will help ensure billions of dollars in public transportation funds are accurately managed and used to advance projects on time and within budget.
What to Expect
The specific duties and areas of focus vary by assignment. Among the varied range of responsibilities held within these roles, you may:
Agreement Role:
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Establish and modify payable and reimbursable agreements, task orders, and funding profiles for local agency transportation projects using multiple financial systems.
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Analyze project funding, encumbrances, and financial activity to ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), federal regulations, state requirements, and WSDOT policies.
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Review agreement documentation, calculate funding participation percentages, and ensure financial transactions are established accurately within approved authorization limits.
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Research, monitor, reconcile, and analyze financial activity for approximately 1,400 transportation projects using multiple state and federal financial systems.
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Compile financial reports, analyze data, and prepare information that supports funding decisions and agreement modifications.
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Provide guidance and training to Local Programs staff and local agency partners on establishing and modifying agreements and financial processes.
Reimbursement Role:
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Review, audit, verify, correct, and process project reimbursements and accounts payable transactions, ensuring expenditures are properly qualified, classified, and processed accurately and timely.
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Compile and analyze financial reports and prepare budget and expenditure information for management, regional staff, federal partners, and local agencies to support project delivery and financial planning.
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Provide detailed financial information and technical assistance to regional staff and local agencies to support agreement supplements, reimbursement activities, and compliance with federal and state funding requirements.
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Support improvements to financial tracking and reporting applications and provide training to staff and local agencies on new systems and procedures.
Qualifications
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GAAP and Governmental Accounting: Applies Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and governmental accounting practices to financial agreements, revenue recognition, accounts receivable, and fiscal transactions.
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Financial Reporting: Interprets financial reports and performance measures to evaluate agreements, encumbrances, reimbursements, expenditures, receivables, payables, and related fiscal activity.
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Financial Analysis: Analyzes, reconciles, and validates accounting data to ensure accurate financial reporting and recording of fiscal transactions.
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Research and Problem Solving: Researches complex accounting issues across multiple financial systems, and determines appropriate corrective actions.
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Communication: Communicates complex financial information clearly and effectively through written and verbal communication with a variety of audiences.
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Professional Judgment: Works independently, exercises sound judgment, and makes appropriate decisions within assigned authority.
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Organization and Prioritization: Manages competing priorities, organizes work effectively, and completes assignments accurately within established deadlines.
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Teamwork and Collaboration: Builds effective working relationships, contributes to team success, and maintains individual accountability.
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Growth Mindset: Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth.
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Service-Oriented: Takes action to meet the needs of others.
It is preferred that qualified candidates also demonstrate:
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Public Sector Fiscal Knowledge: Knowledge of federal and state fiscal regulations governing public-sector accounting, including Federal 2 CFR Part 200 requirements.
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Financial Systems Expertise: Knowledge of enterprise financial, receivable, and reporting systems used to manage and report fiscal activity.
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Financial Communication: Translates complex accounting and financial information into clear, concise, and actionable guidance.
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Enterprise Accounting Systems: Uses enterprise accounting systems to research data, prepare financial entries, and support accurate fiscal reporting.
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Financial Consultation: Provides fiscal guidance to program managers and stakeholders regarding accounting treatment and financial impacts.
Important Notes
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This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
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This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options.
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In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position. For union-represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements. Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in Chapter 357-28 of the Washington Administrative Code.
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WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov
Why WSDOT
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Work-Life Balance – We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals’ lifestyle. As such, there are a number of flexible schedule options available, including telework options for eligible positions.
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Paid Leave – In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees may earn up to 25 paid vacation days per year!
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Tuition Assistance – Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
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Plan For Your Future – WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go to State Benefits for more information.
Check out this video to learn more: Why WSDOT?
How to Apply
Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary. Therefore, it is very important that the “Work Experience” portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible.
In order to be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application:
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An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date.
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An attached Cover Letter that further explains your qualifications and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.
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Contact details for a minimum three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. This information can be entered in the “References” section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.
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WSDOT is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included, and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. All persons, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, and/ or gender identity, are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the listed Recruiter.
Contact Us
For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter at
[email protected]. Please be sure to reference
26DOT-HQ-05611m in the subject line.
