Job Description

This recruitment is open until filled. First review of applications will be December 3rd, 2024- please submit an application on or before December 2nd, 2024. The hiring authority reserves the right and may exercise the option to make a hiring decision at any time. We encourage all to apply as early as possible.

Who we are

The mission of the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board (WSLCB) is to promote public safety, public health and trust through fair administration, education and enforcement of liquor, cannabis, tobacco, and vapor laws. We search for people who demonstrate a strong work ethic, excellence in customer service, partnering and teamwork, and quality performance.

We want to create a culture that fosters excellence in customer service, open and honest communication, transparency and accountability, data driven decisions, and business-initiated process improvement.

Our commitment to DEIB

The WSLCB strives to promote Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) in all aspects of our work. This includes a commitment to our workforce and external stakeholders.  It is our mission to build, educate, and inspire an inclusive environment that recognizes, respects, and celebrates diversity in the workplace and in the community we serve. We are committed to maintaining a thriving culture where employees and those we serve feel safe and accepted regardless of education, background, or beliefs. As a WSLCB team member, you will have opportunity to join statewide business resource groups (BRGs) such as, Rainbow Alliance and Inclusion Network, Veteran Employee Resource Group, Latino Leadership Network, Blacks United in Leadership and Diversity, Disability Inclusion Network, Washington Immigrant Network and Hawaiians, Asians, and Pacific Islanders Promoting an Empowerment Network.

Your opportunity at a glance:

The WSLCB Finance Division is announcing an exciting opportunity for a Fiscal Analyst 3 position in Olympia, WA. This position serves and complements the mission of the WSLCB by providing excellent customer service to our internal and external customers. This position complies with all laws and rules, federal policies and regulations, state policies and regulations governed by the Office of Financial Management (OFM), Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB), and WSLCB policies/procedures related to accounting. The successful candidate will have the ability to provide timely and accurate financial data ensuring efficiency and maximum benefit of state resources.

Responsibilities will include reviewing, reconciling, and allocating purchase card transactions. You will communicate with purchase card custodians to explain processes that must be followed per agency policies and procedures. Additional duties also include performing monthly allocation of purchase and travel card charges, performing accounts receivable and other general ledger reconciliations and processing payments for banking and credit card fees.

If you have an interest in a Fiscal Analyst position, we encourage you to apply to be a part of the WSLCB team!

WSLCB provides a modern work environment and excellent benefits including:

• A comprehensive benefits package (including but not limited to Medical/Dental/Vision, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance etc.)
• Paid Vacation, Leave, and Holidays
• Tuition Waiver (enrollment in courses at state universities/colleges on a space availability basis – all or a portion of the tuition/fees may be waived for state employees)
• Tuition reimbursement (courses taken with prior approval in order to further employee’s career development with the WSLCB)
• Training and career development programs (including online courses and LinkedIn Learning)
• A healthy work/life balance (this may include flexible/alternative work schedules and telework/remote work opportunities, when possible)
• Employee Assistance Program – confidential program created to promote the health, safety, and well-being of public service employees
• Generous wellness program (we offer reimbursements for certain fitness related activities)
• Onsite exercise facility (for employees working at WSLCB Headquarter Building in Olympia)
• Infants at Work Program to promote parent and infant bonding, parental well-being, and healthy infant development. Depending on your job duties, work location and supervisor approval, eligible employees who are new mothers, fathers or legal guardians can bring their infant (six weeks to six months) when they return to work.
• Free parking

Duties

Some of the duties you will perform are:

• Review, reconcile, and allocate purchase card transactions.
• Communicate and explain processes to purchase card custodians and assist with AFRS coding.
• Perform monthly allocation of purchase and travel card charges.
• Process payments for banking and credit card fees.
• Perform monthly reconciliation of purchase card charges.
• Perform accounts receivable and other general ledger reconciliations.
• Review accounts receivable billings and process accounts receivable corrections.
• Process contracts receivables.
• Maintain collection and restitution tracking and reconciliation.
• When needed, backup the agency cashiering duties.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree, which includes 18 quarter or 12 semester hours in accounting, and two years of relevant professional experience. Professional experience may substitute for education but not for credit hours.

OR

• Any combination of education and relevant professional experience totaling six years. Education must include the required credit hours in accounting.

• The following certifications may substitute for one year of experience: Certified Public Accountant, Certified Government Financial Manager, Certified Management Accountant.

Our ideal candidate will also have the following desired qualifications:

• Knowledge and understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), government accounting and internal control processes
• Knowledge and understanding of the State Administrative and Accounting Manual (SAAM)
• Knowledge of Revised Code of Washington (RCW)
• Knowledge of Washington Administrative Codes (WAC)
• Proficient in statewide accounting systems and processes: Agency Financial Reporting System (AFRS), Capital Asset Management System (CAMS), Enterprise Reporting, Financial Toolbox and Web Intelligence
• Knowledge of AFRS coding structures and the utilization of AFRS transaction codes
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs: Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point – intermediate level
• General ledger accounts reconciliation experience.
• Experience with tax systems or e-filing systems.

How to Apply

Job Types: Full-Time. Salaries: 60,000 - 80,000.

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