Management Analyst 3 - Permanent & OneWA Project Non-Permanent

Management Analyst 3

Are you skilled at analyzing complex financial data and translating it into clear insights that help guide organizational decision-making? Are you someone who thrives on ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in financial reporting and business processes? And would you enjoy a role where your work will help guide the agency in making sound financial and operational decisions? If this sounds exciting to you, the role of Management Analyst 3 at the Department of Retirement Systems may be the perfect opportunity for you!

We currently have two (2) Management Analyst 3 roles to fill : a permanent role and a project role. The project role is funded through June 2026 with the potential to be extended through June 2027. Applicants may indicate their interest in one or both roles.

This recruitment will remain open until filled. Applicants who apply by 11 : 59 PM (PST) on Sunday, September 28, will get first consideration. The Opportunity : We are searching for two (2) skilled Management Analyst 3s who will play a key role in supporting the Department of Retirement Systems' financial reporting operations. In these roles, you will analyze business processes, provide consultation, and support readiness activities related to statewide system changes, including the OneWashington (OneWA) project. You will be part of the Financial Reporting team, where your expertise will help ensure that DRS continues to provide accurate, timely, and compliant financial information to support our mission of serving Washington's public servants. This is a unique opportunity to apply your financial and analytical expertise in a role that combines strategic planning, problem-solving, and training development and delivery.

• Analyzing management and business issues, processes, and data to provide informed recommendations and solutions.
• Gathering and documenting requirements for financial systems and business processes to support agency readiness for OneWA and other statewide initiatives.
• Serving as a subject matter expert and representing the business on workgroups and project teams.
• Developing and delivering business processes and procedures training to ensure staff understand and comply with operational requirements.
• Organizing and leading project teams in conducting research, formulating recommendations, and coordinating implementation of strategic initiatives.
• Monitoring proposed or pending changes in programs, laws, and regulations to assess potential impact on agency operations and recommend appropriate actions.
• Collaborating with financial reporting and fiscal office staff to ensure accuracy, compliance, and operational effectiveness across reporting functions.
• Using process improvement to facilitate the collection and analysis of information to assist management identify and plan business process changes.
• Assisting with the coordination of the external audit and preparation of actuarial, investment and financial schedules within DRS' annual reports, the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) and the Participating Employer Financial information (PEFI) report. (Permanent Role Only)
• Developing and preparing reconciliations and financial documentation to ensure the accuracy of DRS' financial records. (Permanent Role Only)

After effectively demonstrating the ability to perform work independently, you may be eligible to telework up to three (3) days per week, at the discretion of the Appointing Authority and with a telework agreement in place. You must live within a reasonable commuting distance to the DRS building in Tumwater, WA, and must be willing and able to adjust your telework schedule whenever necessary to complete work assignments, attend mandatory meetings, trainings, etc.