Accounting & Reporting Assistant Manager (WMS1)

Accounting & Reporting Assistant Manager

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 manages the world's longest floating bridge, leads an award-winning Active Transportation Plan, holds the record for the world's widest tunneling project, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation!

WSDOT is currently seeking an Accounting & Reporting Assistant Manager to join our Accounting and Financial Services Division (AFS). AFS plays a vital role in delivering statewide financial services for the Washington State Department of Transportation, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations and accounting standards. AFS promotes a culture of excellence with our number 1 core process focusing on employee growth, promotion, and retention. As the Accounting and Reporting Assistant Manager, the successful candidate will oversee fund and general ledger accounting, assist with fiscal year / biennium closing activities, maintain the agency's chart of accounts, and act as a backup to the Internal Control Manager in coordinating the agency's Internal Control Program. Your expertise will help maintain financial integrity, monitor internal controls, and assist with developing accounting policies as we implement new accounting systems. You will be part of leading an energetic and dynamic team through fostering a collaborative environment and inclusive culture. Join us in supporting WSDOT's mission of providing safe, reliable, and cost-effective transportation options while helping create a culture of accountability and growth in the AFS Division.

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Accounting & Reporting Assistant Manager will :

• Ensure accurate reconciliation between WSDOT'S internal accounting system and the state's accounting system.
• Responsible for supervising and development of direct reports.
• Act as a designated expert for agency accounting policies and procedures.
• Assist with completing fiscal / biennium close disclosures for the Office of Financial Management (OFM).
• Back-up the Accounting & Toll Operations Manager regarding communication and coordination with OFM.
• Coordinate procedures and controls for general ledger and fund reconciliations.
• Monitor accounting systems, request enhancements, and ensure proper internal controls are maintained.
• Provide guidance on complying with GAAP, SAAM, federal, and agency accounting policies and procedures including providing training.
• Manage and maintain WSDOT's Chart of Accounts.
• Act on behalf of the Accounting & Reporting Manager in the absence of the Manager.

To be considered for this opportunity, the following competencies are required :

It is preferred that qualified candidates also have :

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.

For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter at Robyn.Lovely@wsdot.wa.gov. Please be sure to reference 25DOT-HQ-0W517-1 in the subject line.