Fiscal Analyst 2

Description

About WSDOT

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

The Opportunity

WSDOT is looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Fiscal Analyst 2 to join our team in Shoreline, WA! In this role, you’ll play an important part in ensuring the financial activities that support our region are accurate, accountable, and aligned with state and federal requirements. You’ll apply your financial expertise to review and analyze complex transactions, identify issues and trends, and help ensure resources are managed responsibly and effectively.

If you enjoy digging into the details, solving financial problems, and using your analytical skills to support sound business decisions, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact. You’ll work with a variety of financial activities and transactions while partnering with others across the region to promote accuracy, accountability, and compliance with agency policies and procedures.

What To Expect

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

• Ensure compliance of financial transactions and/or related transactions
• Ensure compliance of documentation supporting a transaction with various payment and/or procurement requirements and ensure expenditure coding components and requirements are applied correctly.
• Verify and validate payment transactions for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with policy and procedures.
• Examine payment documents to ensure correct amounts are disbursed, appropriate coding components are applied, and payments comply with relevant federal, state and agency procurement and payment requirements.
• Analyze payment documents and financial transactions.
• analyzing expenditure data to determine if project charges or coding corrections are needed.
• Analyze, interpret, and reconcile expenditure and payment activity.
• Trace or track financial transactions.
• Prepare and produce documentation.
• Prepares fiscal year end closing adjustments and accrual journal vouchers using WSDOT financial systems, information retrieval systems, and various software applications

Qualifications

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

• Customer Service: Ability to provide excellent customer service and build collaborative relationships with internal staff, vendors, and stakeholders while supporting operational or administrative functions.
• Communication Skills: Strong communication skills both in written and verbal form to effectively communicate information to internal and external customers.
• Microsoft Suite Proficiency: Proficient with MS Office Suite products, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Organization Skills: Strong organizational and administrative skills, including the ability to track multiple requests, maintain accurate records, and manage several tasks or processes simultaneously.
• Fast-Paced Work: Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities while coordinating activities with multiple offices, vendors, and partners.
• Financial Analyst: Ability to review, analyze, and interpret financial information and reports, as well as analyzing and correcting discrepancies.
• Growth Mindset: Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth.
• Service-Oriented: Takes action to meet the needs of others.

The Following Qualifications Are Also Required

• Ability to maneuver and transport various materials and/or equipment weighing up to 25 pounds.

It Is Preferred That Qualified Candidates Also Demonstrate

• Accounting, Auditing & Budgeting: Demonstrated knowledge and experience applying accounting, auditing, and budgeting principles to analyze financial activities, transactions, and data. Ability to apply Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and applicable state and federal requirements to support accurate and accountable financial management.
• Financial Analysis & Compliance: Demonstrated ability to review, analyze, reconcile, and interpret complex financial data and transactions; identify discrepancies or trends; research and resolve issues; and ensure financial activities comply with applicable state and federal regulations, agency policies, and established accounting practices.
• State & Federal Financial Policies: Demonstrated knowledge and ability to interpret and apply state and federal budget and financial requirements, including the State Administrative and Accounting Manual (SAAM), Office of Financial Management (OFM) requirements, agency policies, procedures, directives, and applicable accounting and purchasing standards.
• Accounts Payable, Receivables & Travel: Demonstrated knowledge and ability to process, review, reconcile, and resolve financial transactions involving accounts payable, cash receipts, travel, and related fiscal activities while ensuring accuracy, proper documentation, and compliance with applicable requirements.
• Financial Systems & Data Management: Demonstrated ability to navigate, query, enter, retrieve, extract, reconcile, update, and correct financial data using accounting, financial reporting, and data retrieval systems. Ability to work with multiple integrated financial systems and databases to research transactions, identify discrepancies, and produce accurate financial information.
• WSDOT Financial Systems: Demonstrated ability to use financial and data systems to support accounting and fiscal operations, including systems such as TRAINS, PCMS, CICS, Cognos, FIRS, and ECM, or comparable financial, accounting, and enterprise data systems.
• Financial Reporting & Data Interpretation: Demonstrated ability to interpret financial information and data produced by accounting, financial reporting, and integrated enterprise systems; evaluate the accuracy and completeness of information; and use financial data to support reporting, reconciliation, analysis, and decision-making.
• Attention to Detail & Problem Solving: Demonstrated ability to identify discrepancies, research complex financial issues, determine appropriate corrective actions, and resolve problems while maintaining accurate records and documentation.

Important Notes

• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
• This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options, however 2 days a week in the office is required at our Shoreline office.
• The salary listed includes the legislative approved 5% salary premium for positions in King County.
• 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.
• WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov

Why WSDOT

• Work-Life Balance – We offer flexible work schedules that allow you time for your life outside of this excellent opportunity.
• Paid Leave – In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees may earn up to 25 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 eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
• Plan For Your Future – WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have a choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go to State Benefits for more information.

Check out this video to learn more: Why WSDOT?

How To Apply

Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary. Therefore, it is very important that the “Work Experience” portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible.

In order to be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application:

• An attached Resume outlining (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. This information can be entered in the “References” section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.

Please click the "APPLY" button to proceed. Note that you will be prompted to either sign in or create an account. This step is required in order to submit an application to this opportunity.

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 recruiter listed.

Contact Us

For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter at [email protected] . Please be sure to reference Fiscal Analyst 2 #10873 in the subject line.

More than Just a Paycheck!

Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

Read About Our Benefits

The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.

Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.

Insurance Benefits

Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.

Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.

To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.

Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.

Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.

The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.

Retirement And Deferred Compensation

State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Social Security

All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Holidays

Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.

Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.

Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.

Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.

Sick Leave

Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.

Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

Vacation (Annual Leave)

Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.

Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.

Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

As provided in WAC 357-58-175, an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.

Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.

Military Leave

Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.

Bereavement Leave

Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.

Additional Leave

Leave Sharing

Parental Leave

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Leave Without Pay

Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.

Updated 01-07-2026

01

Which best describes your experience providing customer service and building collaborative relationships in a professional environment?

• I have extensive experience providing customer service to a diverse group of internal and external customers, vendors, and stakeholders; resolving complex or sensitive issues; and building collaborative relationships that support organizational goals.
• I have substantial experience responding to customer questions and concerns, resolving issues, and developing effective working relationships with internal and external customers.
• I have experience providing routine customer service and working collaboratively with coworkers, customers, or vendors.
• I have limited experience providing customer service or working directly with customers or stakeholders.
• I do not have professional customer service experience.

02

Please briefly describe your experience providing customer service and building collaborative relationships in a professional environment. If you do not have this experience, please note ‘N/A’.

03

Which best describes your experience communicating complex or detailed information verbally and in writing?

• I have extensive experience communicating complex or technical information to diverse audiences, adapting my communication approach to the audience, and preparing professional correspondence, reports, or other written materials.
• I have substantial experience communicating detailed information verbally and in writing to internal and external customers and stakeholders.
• I have experience communicating routine information verbally and in writing as part of my work.
• I have limited professional experience communicating detailed information verbally or in writing.
• I do not have professional experience communicating information in this capacity.

04

Please briefly describe your experience communicating complex or detailed information verbally and in writing. If you do not have this experience, please note ‘N/A’.

05

Which best describes your experience using Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and Outlook?

• I have extensive experience using Word, Excel, and Outlook to create and analyze complex documents or spreadsheets, manage information, track data, prepare reports, and support business operations.
• I have substantial experience using Word, Excel, and Outlook for routine business functions, including creating documents, maintaining spreadsheets, analyzing data, and managing email and calendars.
• I have experience using Word, Excel, and Outlook for basic work-related tasks.
• I have limited experience using Microsoft Office products.
• I have no professional experience using Microsoft Office products.

06

Do you have experience using Excel functions such as formulas, sorting/filtering, pivot tables, or other tools to analyze or organize data?

• Yes
• No

07

Which best describes your experience organizing and managing multiple assignments, requests, or processes simultaneously?

• I have extensive experience managing multiple complex or time-sensitive assignments simultaneously, establishing priorities and tracking systems, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring deadlines and follow-up requirements are consistently met.
• I have substantial experience coordinating multiple assignments or requests, maintaining organized records, tracking deadlines, and adjusting priorities as needed.
• I have experience organizing routine assignments, maintaining records, and managing multiple tasks at the same time.
• I have limited experience managing multiple assignments or maintaining organized records.
• I do not have professional experience managing multiple assignments or processes simultaneously.

08

Please briefly describe your experience organizing and managing multiple assignments, requests, or processes simultaneously. If you do not have this experience, please note ‘N/A’.

09

Which best describes your experience reviewing, analyzing, and reconciling financial information?

• I have extensive experience independently analyzing complex financial information and reports, identifying trends or discrepancies, researching underlying causes, determining appropriate corrective actions, and communicating findings or recommendations to others.
• I have substantial experience reviewing and reconciling financial transactions and reports, identifying discrepancies, researching issues, and making or recommending corrections.
• I have experience reviewing financial transactions or reports, identifying basic discrepancies, and assisting with reconciliations or corrections.
• I have limited experience working with financial information or performing basic financial analysis.
• I do not have experience analyzing or reconciling financial information.

10

Please briefly describe your experience reviewing, analyzing, and reconciling financial information. If you do not have this experience, please note ‘N/A’.

11

Which best describes your experience researching and correcting financial discrepancies?

• I have extensive experience independently researching complex financial discrepancies across multiple transactions or systems, determining root causes, making corrections, and implementing or recommending process improvements to prevent recurrence.
• I have substantial experience researching discrepancies, reviewing supporting documentation and system records, determining appropriate corrections, and documenting the resolution.
• I have experience identifying and researching basic financial discrepancies and making routine corrections.
• I have limited experience identifying or researching financial discrepancies.
• I do not have experience researching or correcting financial discrepancies.

12

Please briefly describe your experience researching and correcting financial discrepancies. If you do not have this experience, please note ‘N/A’.

13

Do you have the ability to maneuver and transport various materials and/or equipment weighing up to 25 pounds in a safe manner?

• Yes
• No

14

Are you able to report to the WSDOT office in Shoreline, WA 2 days per week or willing to relocate to meet this expectation?

• Yes
• No

15

How did you learn of this employment opportunity?

• Indeed
• LinkedIn
• Direct Email Notification
• WSDOT social media (Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, etc)
• Career Fair
• Monster
• WorkSource
• "NOW HIRING" banner/sign
• Radio advertisement
• WSDOT Employment Site
• Careers.wa.gov
• governmentjobs.com
• Other (specify below)

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If You Selected 'Other' On The Previous Question, Please Specify How You Learned Of This Employment Opportunity In The Space Provided

• Required Question