Fiscal Analyst 2 - Payroll Non Permanent

Washington State Patrol; Olympia (WA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Telework options

Infants at Work Program

Growth opportunities

Veterans benefits

Public Loan Forgiveness Program

Job summary

Washington State Patrol's Budget and Fiscal Services division seeks a payroll specialist who will manage payroll processing and employee benefits coordination for agency staff.

You will perform HRMS and PAY1 end-user tasks, guide employees, review payroll documents, and analyze payroll data to ensure accuracy and compliance with FLSA, IRS, CBAs, and related policies.

This role offers opportunities for growth, flexible schedules and telework options in a supportive public service environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to apply practical accounting principles.
• Ability to process large quantities of fiscal data accurately and with attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers and co-workers while working cohesively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform HRMS and PAY1 end-user payroll system activities.
• Provide guidance to agency employees on payroll matters.
• Review and approve payroll documents and forms.
• Analyze payroll results and reports.
• Assist in reviewing labor, payroll and leave data and ensure compliance with department policies and procedures, FLSA, IRS, CBAs, and related rules.

Skills

Payroll processing

HRMS PAY1

Accounting principles

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Confidential information handling

Organization

Meeting deadlines

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

HRMS PAY1

Payroll software

Job description

If you answer YES to any of these questions this is the perfect opportunity for you!

• Are you a self-starter with an interest in accounting and public service?
• Do you thrive in a team environment?
• Do you want a position with career growth opportunities?

About the Agency & Division:

The Washington State Patrol is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer and strives to foster an environment in which everyone is encouraged to be their authentic selves, communicate openly, and act with courage. The WSP is dedicated to promoting fair and equitable hiring, training, and promotional practices through innovative recruitment and retention strategies.

Budget and Fiscal Services (BFS) is responsible for the management of all agency financial activities including Accounting, Budgeting, Contractual Agreements, Financial Systems, Grants, and Payroll. The division consists of the Budget Section, the Accounting Section, the Financial Systems and Payroll Section, and the Contracting Section.

This position is responsible performs payroll functions and coordinates benefits for agency employees. This position is a primary contributor who ensures the accurate and timely execution of payroll functions and the assignment of employee benefits.

Ournew teammate will be able to:

• Perform Human Resource Management System (HRMS) and Personnel/Payroll System (PAY1) end-user activities.
• Provide guidance to agency employees.
• Review and approve payroll documents and forms.
• Analyze payroll results and reports.
• Assist in the review, analysis and interpretation of labor, payroll and leave report data.
• Initiate necessary actions to ensure compliance with department policies and procedures, Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), Civil Service Rules, Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Department of Retirement Systems (DRS), Health Care Authority (HCA), Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBAs), etc.

Required Qualifications:

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Ability to apply practical accounting principles.
• Ability to process large quantities of fiscal data accurately and with attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers and co-workers while working cohesively in a team environment.
• Knowledge of basic math and keyboarding skills, as required for this position.
• Knowledge of or ability to quickly pick up the numerous state laws, collective bargaining agreements, and various state agency policies as they pertain to payroll, leave, and benefit entitlements.
• Must be dependable, discrete, and able to maintain confidential information.
• Must be able to organize personal workspace to minimize the likelihood of an accident or other unsafe incidents.

Equity Competencies:

• The ability to take action to learn and grow.
• The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.
• Uses an equitable and inclusive approach.

Why work for the Washington State Patrol?

• Ahealthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions.
• An Infants at Work Program that is based on the long-term health values of infant-parent bonding and breastfeeding newborns.
• Continuous growth and development opportunities.
• Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work
• Employment opportunities that recognize military veterans and/or military spouse per Governor Executive Order 19-01
• Qualification for the Public Loan Forgiveness Program

The Washington State Patrol does not provide immigration sponsorship; therefore, applicants must possess work authorization that does not require employer sponsorship.

Questions?

Please contact Erica Henderson at [phone] or via e-mail at [e-mail].