DSHS Fircrest Fiscal Analyst 1

About the role

We are seeking a non-permanent Fiscal Analyst 1 to join our fiscal team at Fircrest School in Shoreline, Washington. This position serves within the Consolidated Business Services (CBS) Region 2 within the Finance Technology Analytics Administration (FTAA).

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the time and attendance unit in the absence of the supervisor, including monitoring workloads and assigning work to meet deadlines.
• Provide guidance on payroll and leave discrepancies, compliance reviews, and application of rules, policies, and regulations.
• Aid in auditing, analysis, reconciliation, and processing of bimonthly payroll and time and attendance reports.
• Perform complex fiscal calculations related to leave, part time hours, overtime, shift differential, standby, LWOP, and schedule changes.
• Offer consultation and technical assistance to managers, supervisors, and employees on leave usage and time reporting, including Leave Tracker.
• Investigate and resolve payroll and time and attendance inquiries, serving as a point of contact for field offices and the DSHS Payroll Office.
• Support system maintenance, reporting requests, leave audits, and other duties as assigned.
• Support fiscal staff with training and support regarding all matters related to time and attendance, payroll systems and related business processes.
• Assist with other responsibilities within the fiscal office, including supporting the management of local funds.

Requirements

Desired Skills, Knowledge, And Abilities:

• Knowledge of accounting theory and practices, including cost accounting principles and modern office methods.
• Ability to apply accounting methods to varied transactions and analyze, reconcile, and prepare complex financial reports.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with the ability to accurately process large volumes of fiscal data and meet deadlines.
• Effective communication and coordination skills, with the ability to work professionally with staff at all levels and support organizational goals.
• Ability to learn and use specialized financial and payroll systems, including HRMS, Leave Tracker, SILAS, and new systems as implemented.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, strong basic math skills, and use of a 10 key calculator.
• Maintain confidentiality, demonstrate reliability, and model professional and socially responsible workplace behavior.

Qualifications

We Are Looking For Professionals With A Bachelor’s degree that includes at least 18 quarter or 12 semester hours in accounting, auditing, or budgeting. A Master’s degree in a finance-related field, or professional certification such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM), or Certified Management Accountant (CMA), which can substitute for professional experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience will substitute for the desired qualification on a year for year basis.

Skills

Ability to learn and use specialized financial and payroll systems, including HRMS, Leave Tracker, SILAS, and new systems as implemented.

Benefits

King County employees receive 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary and are eligible to receive a free ORCA card for transportation use. Opportunities performed on-site at this work location at least three days a week may be eligible for an additional 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $40,000 - $45,000 annually.

Schedule

This is a hybrid position, requiring in-office work at least three days per week.

Additional Information

This is a non-permanent position with no anticipated end date within the next 6 months. This is a hybrid position, requiring in-office work at least three days per week. The Department of Social and Health Services’ (DSHS) vision that people find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency’s vision that you bring a fairness, access, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to support all Washingtonians, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle. The Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384. E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.