WSDOT: Fiscal Analyst 2 - Olympia, WA

Employer: Washington State Department of Transportation

Job Description:
About WSDOT
Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is the steward of an integrated, multimodal transportation system that helps to ensure people and goods move safely and efficiently throughout the state. In addition to building, maintaining, and operating the state highway system, WSDOT operates the largest ferry system in the nation, manages the world's longest floating bridge, and recently completed the world's widest tunneling project.

The Opportunity
WSDOT is currently seeking a Fiscal Analyst 2 to join the Payroll Department in Olympia, WA. Under the general direction of the WSDOT Payroll Assistant Manager Marine Labor and Payroll, the incumbent is responsible for both general and specialized payroll duties pertaining to labor processing, adjustments, and corrections to the Labor systems, TRAINS, DOTtime, and HRMS. This position makes independent decisions and performs specialized fiscal duties for recording, adjusting, and reporting employee hours and compensation using the department’s labor systems and the State payroll system. The Fiscal Analyst is a point of contact for employees and Crew Leads of the Washington State Ferries and is responsible for processing payroll for ferry employees. In addition, the incumbent has a working knowledge of WSDOT Marine collective bargaining agreements.

What to Expect
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Fiscal Analyst 2 will:

Administer payroll functions for Marine Unit for ferry employees, such as performing timekeeping functions, reviewing DOTtime reports, and reviewing, correcting, and approving DOTtime timesheets.
Coordinate with the appropriate Ferries Division auditors, managers, crew leads, agents, etc. To obtain supporting information on labor and leave reported on the timesheets.
Review DOTtime reports for errors and make corrections as needed in DOTtime.
Verify that DOTtime timesheets are correct and perform payroll approval.
Manage Marine Unit's payroll functions, such as conducting payroll audits, answering questions from customers, assisting with the interpretation of Collective Bargaining Agreements, preparing payroll adjustments, and requesting petty cash checks.
Perform payroll audits to make sure employees have been compensated appropriately, providing knowledge and guidance on the interpretation of Collective Bargaining Agreements.
Assist customers with questions through both email and the marine payroll phone line, requesting petty cash checks when necessary and preparing payroll adjustments such as personal holidays, leave corrections, processing tuition wage reimbursements, and preparing overpayment letters for the marine payroll unit.
Provide backup and support to other positions within the Marine Payroll Unit during the Payroll cutoff or when a team member is not available to work.
Review and update procedures and job aides for changes from the Memorandum of Understandings and new Collective Bargaining Agreements.
Assist with public data requests as requested.

Qualifications
To be considered for this opportunity, the following are required:
18 quarter or 12 semester hours in accounting.
OR
Two years of relevant experience in the financial field. The relevance of experience will be assessed by the hiring authority.

Knowledge of:
State/Federal statutes and rules pertaining to assigned payroll functions.
State policies and procedures pertaining to assigned payroll functions.
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles pertaining to assigned payroll functions.

Ability to:
Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Research applicable state laws, policies, CBA’s and procedures related to areas of responsibility.
Perform payroll work in accordance with GAAP.
Attend work during regularly assigned hours at the assigned worksite.

Skilled in:
Organizing and prioritizing daily tasks and switching between multiple tasks daily.
Basic functions of Microsoft Excel and Word software programs.
Reconciling multiple reports and/or electronic systems.

It is preferred that qualified candidates also have the following:

Education:
Associate degree in accounting and relevant Government experience.

Knowledge of:
Department policies and procedures pertaining to assigned payroll functions.
Assigned Collective Bargaining Agreements.

Ability to:
Operate within mainframe computer systems.
Inquire and update payroll data in an automated payroll system.

Skilled in:
HRMS System.
WSDOT Labor System.
WSDOT TRAINS System.

Important Notes
This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options.
Travel for this position is limited; it may occur on occasion to other locations for meetings or training.
Prior to a new hire, a background check, including criminal record history, will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
Washington Administrative Code (WAC) 357-16-197 mandates that all employees who work for executive cabinet agencies (which includes the Department of Transportation) must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Compliance with this mandate is a condition of employment with WSDOT. An exemption may be granted for religious or medical purposes; however, accommodations will be subject to approval based on the essential functions required of the position.
WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system. For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov
In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position. For union-represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements. Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in Chapter 357-28 of the Washington Administrative Code.

Why WSDOT
Work-Life Balance – We are committed to ensuring that our staff experiences the reward of public service while sustaining a routine that suits each individual’s lifestyle.
Paid Leave – In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees earn a minimum of 14 paid vacation days per year!
Tuition Assistance – Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and federal student loan forgiveness eligibility.
Plan For Your Future – WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes various healthcare options. Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs and much more. Go to State Benefits for more information.

How to Apply
Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine your salary. Therefore, the “Work Experience” portion of the application must be completed in as much detail as possible.
To be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application:
An attached Resume outlines (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date.
An attached Cover Letter that further explains your qualifications and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.
Contact details for a minimum of three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. NOTE: This information may be entered in the “References” section of the online application; it does not require an additional attachment.

WSDOT is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment where 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. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam-era veterans, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process or needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the listed Recruiter.

Contact us:
For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter, Yasmin Munoz, at [email protected]. Please be sure to reference 23DOT-HQ-04135e in the subject line.

Contact Person: Yasmin Munoz
Email: [email protected]
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Application Method: Apply Online
Base Pay: $42,696 - $57,324 annually


Posted on February 28, 2023

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