Job Board Title:
Now Hiring, Fiscal Technician 2 with the State of WA

Post Date
6/17/2021

Expiration Date
6/27/2021

Details:
Who we are
The Department of Enterprise Services' (DES) mission is "strengthening the business of government." DES does this through its vision of delivering high quality, cost effective support services, policy and governance to state government and other public entities so they can focus on their core missions. DES’s goals are to offer expertise in facilities & capitol grounds management, acquisitions, training & support, and various shared services. We relentlessly pursue our strategic drivers: satisfied customers, a healthy team culture and a financially healthy organization. We value Respect, Integrity, Excellence, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. We seek new team members who share our commitment to be an equity-driven and antiracist organization. We listen to customers and team members to understand what they need and expect. We promote creativity, learning and improvement to meet those needs and adapt to the ever-changing business environment. We measure our results and seek feedback to improve our performance.

Who you are:

We are looking for professionals seeking careers within state government who desire to provide meaningful support to our customers. We are looking for someone who thrives on meeting daily deadlines, is detail-oriented and committed to accuracy, and enjoys working with others in a team setting. By joining our team, you will be part of an agency that encourages creativity and is committed to driving innovative solutions.

Why you should join us:
You can see this great opportunity for what it is, a stepping stone for growth in the Finance field. You love to be challenged and enjoy a variety of finance duties that have a big impact on citizens in the State of Washington. You want to feel empowered, engaged, and motivated as you work with like-minded individuals. You will be surrounded with the most talented and agile professionals, who are passionate about accounting and work hard for our customers. If you want to work in a place that truly values you and your ideas to improve our processes, this is the place for you!

In addition to a comprehensive benefits package we also offer:

A work location close to downtown Olympia; close to the waterfront, Farmer's Market, Capitol Lake, and many restaurants
Capital Campus garage parking for the low cost of $35 per month
Wellness activities, including onsite exercise classes and a work location close to the Chehalis bike trail and on-premise bike lockers and shower rooms
Bus service (including the free DASH shuttle) and Vanpool (commuting) opportunities
Mobile and flexible work opportunities
An Infants in the Workplace program
Supported growth and development


**NOTE: While this position normally works from our beautiful modern building on the Capitol Campus in Olympia, the Finance Division is currently teleworking full time due to the Stay Home, Stay Healthy order.

Duties

Some of the things you'll enjoy doing include:

Processing daily cash receipts for DES and several small agencies, posting to the Agency Accounts Receivable system and the Treasury Management System. Includes processing Interagency payments, wire transfers, ACH and credit card payments.
Processing agency accounts receivable transactions
Reviewing in process GL reports daily and working any outstanding transactions
Maintaining multiple spreadsheets showing statistical data for use by managers upon request
Assist in revenue collections by mailing statements prior to calendar month end;
Working directly with a wide range of customers to provide answers or support related to customer inquiries; including taking credit card payments from a shared phone line.
Working in a variety of unique teams to solve problems and provide customers with the best service possible.
Assisting in year-end/biennium closing processes.

Qualifications:
Qualifications

Required Education/Experience:

High school graduation or GED equivalency

AND

A minimum of ten quarter or six semester hours of accounting credits. Education can substitute year for year for experience.
Education must include the required credit hours in accounting, auditing or budgeting.


Skills and Abilities/ Competencies:
Position requires

Use of Personal Computers
Intermediate level proficiency with MS Office Suite
Ten key by touch, strong telephone and customer service skills
Ability to prioritize tasks to meet routine deadlines.
Must use organization skills to create and maintain unit files; be dedicated to accuracy with an eye for details
Be able to clearly communicate with customers, follow established procedures
Produce timely and accurate work products using multiple software applications and Excel spreadsheets.

Preferred

One to two years of fiscal experience.

Employer:
Department of Enterprise Services, State of WA
Contact:
Steve Camerer

Address:
1500 Jefferson Ave, Olympia WA 98504

Work Phone:
3604078408

Email:
steven.camerer@des.wa.gov

Website:
www.des.wa.gov