WDVA Fiscal Analyst , Project, Olympia Office

Duties

• Serve as the Senior Lead and primary assistant to the Fiscal Analyst 5 Payroll Supervisor, sometimes acting as a backup.
• Audit payroll processor HRMS entries for new hires, rehires, appointments, transfers, and separations.
• Validate payroll results prior to day three payroll close and ensure accurate processing in a timely manner.
• Assist with review and analysis of HRMS payroll results and reports, including overtime and leave usage.
• Help ensure payroll processes align with RCWs, Civil Service Rules (WAC 357), and bargaining agreements related to employee time accounting and compensation.
• Collaborate with the Manager to provide training and lead for one Fiscal Analyst 3 and two Fiscal Analyst 2 positions performing payroll processing and benefit activities.
• Assist FA5 Supervisor in establishing and executing training plans for payroll employees.
• Support Manager with training Fiscal Analyst 3 to reconcile the agency payroll revolving fund (035) monthly, review staff work, and resolve reconciling items.
• Complete description of required competencies upon request.

• Bachelor's degree, including 18 quarter (or 12 semester) hours in accounting, auditing, and three or more years of relevant professional experience.
• At least 3 years experience performing full‑cycle payroll functions in a unionized environment.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English to facilitate effective performance of essential functions.
• Agency required competencies:
  • The ability to take action to learn and grow.
  • The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.

• Knowledge of Office of Financial Management (OFM) rules and regulations, including the State Administrative and Accounting Manual (SAAM).
• Experience with the Human Resource Management System (HRMS), Cross‑Application Time Sheet (CATS), and Health Care Provider 1 system.
• Familiarity with the Agency Financial Reporting System (AFRS), Financial Toolbox, Enterprise Reporting System, and DRS Employer Reporting Application (IERA).
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Experience managing benefits for health care insurance and other state employee payroll‑related deductions and benefits.
• Attention to detail and ability to analyze complex RCWs and WACs related to payroll and benefits.
• Advanced analytical skills and ability to identify, obtain, examine, and evaluate information for relevance to an issue.

• Must pass a DSHS BCCU Background Check prior to beginning services and every two (2) years in accordance with WDVA Policy 615.000.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance and be willing to work frequent weekend and evening outreach events.
• Successfully complete all mandatory training within mandated time frames.
• Become familiar with and comply with all DVA policies, procedures, and Collective Bargaining Agreements.
• In emergencies, employees may be asked to stay for extended periods and perform duties appropriate to the situation.
• Must sign the confidentiality statement for all employees.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must be proficient in the English language.
• Must be able to take action to learn and grow.
• Must be able to take action to meet the needs of others.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or Veteran status. The State of Washington is an equal opportunity employer.