Finance and Administration Specialist

Description Finance & Administrative Specialist

The primary focus of the Finance and Administration Specialist is to support the Finance and Administration Manager with ensuring timely and efficient coordination of the financial and grant reporting operations of the Palouse Conservation District office. The Finance and Administration Specialist will be responsible for processing bi-weekly payroll, submitting payroll tax deposit payments, preparing Federal and State quarterly and annual payroll tax reports and W2s;

entering and processing all accounts payable, employee reimbursement requests and credit card transactions; preparation of annual 1099 reporting; collaborating with program managers for recruitments and onboarding; and assisting with the preparation of monthly and quarterly grant payment requests for Federal, State, and Local grant contracts.

Funding for this position is subject to availability of federal, state and local government grants and contracts. Permanence of the job is dependent upon continued grant funding.

• FTE:
  Full Time (40 hours/week)
• Compensation:
  Grade 7 | $24.26 - $31.54/hour (depending on experience)
• Position Type:
  Regular (benefit eligible)

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Public Administration or closely related field; OR Associate’s degree in Business, Accounting, Public Administration and 2-years of related experience.
• Two (2) years of progressive responsibility in accounting or full-charge bookkeeping, personnel management or supervision, agency administration or similar work.
• Experience processing payroll, payroll tax reporting, and processing accounts payables..
• Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Valid, unrestricted driver’s license

• Five (5) years of progressive responsibility in accounting or full-charge bookkeeping, personnel management or supervision; agency administration or similar work.
• Previous experience with Federal and State of WA grant reporting and payment requests.
• Experience with Springbrook Express/BIAS, Payroll Administration, Quick Books, Publisher, Microsoft PowerPoint, Smartsheet, and Access.

Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part‑time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.

Note:

If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.

Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.

Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax‑deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long‑term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.

To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our…