Fiscal Analyst Accounts Payable

Description

Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) seeks a full‑time Fiscal Analyst 1 to manage budget, accounting, payroll, and benefits for the agency. The analyst will analyze and process expenditures, maintain contract payments, and support financial reporting.

• Review, interpret, and reconcile payments (invoice, contract, organic cost share, grant programs) in compliance with GAAP.
• Verify correctness of invoice quantity and amount, check for duplicate payments, and audit vendor information.
• Create, process, and release payment batches using Financial Toolbox and AFRS.
• Maintain accurate vendor records and assist with vendor paperwork (W9, direct deposit, change forms).
• Track payments by date in Enterprise Contracts Management System (ECMS).
• Respond to inquiries from agency personnel and vendors regarding payment status.
• Assist higher‑level staff with financial summaries, analysis, and development of fiscal procedures.
• Support fiscal year closing of financial records and assist with grant‑program payments (CRF, CSFRF, EFAP, TEFAP, CSFP, Specialty Crop Block).
• Provide mailroom and reception backup support as needed.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in payroll, accounting, bookkeeping, auditing, or related fiscal fields.
• Accounting coursework of at least 18 quarter hours (or 12 semester hours) can substitute for experience.
• Strong understanding of state accounting systems (AFRS, Enterprise, Webi, TM$, Toolbox).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work with diverse individuals and maintain compliance with governmental accounting transactions.
• Preferred:
  Bachelor’s or master’s degree in finance, accounting, or related field.

• Competitive salary range: $48,324 – $63,252 annually.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance; state Employees’ Retirement System (PERS).
• Paid holidays, vacation, and leave accruals.
• Dependent Care Assistance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Tuition Waiver, and Deferred Compensation.
• Telework and flexible work schedules available.

Washington State Department of Agriculture is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.