Fiscal Analyst 1

Fiscal Analyst 1

Would you thrive in an inclusive environment where accuracy, collaboration, and service excellence are a top priority? Do you take pride in your ability to accurately balance numbers, reconcile accounts, and solve problems? And, are you ready to elevate your accounting career by learning complex fiscal information that you'll use to assist Washington State public employees in planning and enjoying their retirement benefits? If this sounds like you, the role of Fiscal Analyst 1 at the Department of Retirement Systems could be the next great step in your career!

The opportunity : Working in the Cash Receipting Unit in Trust Accounting, you will play a vital part in maintaining the accuracy and integrity of our financial records. You'll coordinate with the Office of the State Treasurer (OST), Accounting Services team members, and other internal partners to process and reconcile financial transactions related to member and employer retirement contributions, payments, and trust accounts.

Some of what you'll do :

• Receive and process check and ACH / wire payments for member and employer retirement contributions, deferred compensation, and the DRS administrative fund.
• Post cash / check, EFT and journal voucher payments to the appropriate accounts.
• Balance payment advice forms to payments received and input daily receipts.
• Monitor the shared email cash inbox for employer correspondences related to EFT payments.
• Review and reconcile daily ePayment reports and prepare and submit ACH transmittals for employer ePayment files at OST.
• Prepare AFRS transaction batches for recording into the state accounting system.

The work schedule for this position is Monday through Friday with some flexibility with start / end times. After successful completion of the review period and effectively demonstrating the ability to perform work independently, you may be eligible to telework four (4) days per week every third week, at the discretion of the Appointing Authority and with a telework agreement in place. You must live within a reasonable commuting distance (less than 50 straight-line miles) 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., at the DRS facility.

What we're looking for (required qualifications) : Qualifying candidates should satisfy the following requirements below :

Adaptability / Flexibility - Maintains effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work tasks or the work environment. Adapts easily to changing business needs, adjusting effectively to work within new structures, processes, requirements, or cultures to achieve successful solutions. Demonstrates openness to new and different ways of doing things.

Analysis - Studies and reviews documents and information closely; readily identifies information that is not pertinent and understands when additional or verifying data is needed. Uses data and information in a clear and rational thought process to assess and understand issues, evaluate options, form accurate conclusions, and make recommendations / decisions.

Attention to Detail - Plans and organizes time and resources efficiently. Follows processes and procedures in the completion of work. Carefully monitors the details and quality of work and double-checks work product to ensure accuracy and consistency.

Communication - Effectively conveys information in writing and through the spoken word, using language that is appropriate to both the complexity of the topic and the knowledge and understanding of the audience. Sees communication as a vital component of high performing teams.

Interpersonal Savvy - Relates well to all kinds of people both inside and outside the organization. Develops and maintains effective working relationships that encourage and support collaboration, knowledge sharing, communication, and teamwork. Engages and inspires others; treats people with courtesy, sensitivity, and respect, exemplifying professionalism, tact, and empathy.

Managing Workloads - Effectively organizes and prioritizes multiple, sometimes complex assignments, often involving competing priorities, to produce work products that are accurate, thorough, and on time. Transitions easily between tasks; can incorporate project work into established workload and meet deadlines.

Commitment to Diversity - Recognizes the value of diversity. Helps create an environment that embraces and supports diversity, equity and inclusion.