Fiscal Analyst 3 (FA3) | Payroll – Olympia

State of Washington; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Washington, DCYF, is seeking a Fiscal Analyst 3 (FA3) to support Payroll in Olympia. The role focuses on accurate payroll processing, overpayment resolution, and reconciliation of specialized funds.

The ideal candidate will have a related degree or five years of accounting/finance experience and at least one year in payroll. A strong judgment, teamwork and initiative are essential to success in this role.

Qualifications

• Equivalent education/experience in accounting, auditing, budgeting totaling five (5) years.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, auditing, budgeting or related field.
• One (1) year of relevant professional experience in payroll or finance.
• The ability to take action to learn and grow.
• The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.

Responsibilities

• Process and/or resolve employee overpayments; identify the cause and amount of an overpayment, offset the amount to stop immediate collection, notify employees, and respond to questions.
• Process receipts and disbursements for the foster parent shared leave pool, including monthly reconciliation of special revenue Fund 22H.
• Reconcile and log semi-monthly garnishment writ collections.
• Create and upload A-7 journal vouchers and A-19 payments in AFRS.
• Analyze and process warrants cancelled as SOL.
• Monitor the Unbalanced In-Process report and assist in clearing payroll related items.
• Process the quarterly payments for Paid Family Medical Leave & Washington Cares Fund tax.
• Assist with resolving issues with the Fund 035 Payroll Revolving Account reconciliation.
• Assist in creating and updating payroll processes and procedures and updating tools such as templates and spreadsheets.
• Maintain payroll files.

Skills

Learning mindset

People skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field

Job description

Our vision is to ensure that “Washington state’s children and youth grow up safe and healthy —thriving physically, emotionally, and academically, nurtured by family and community.

Job Title: Fiscal Analyst 3 (FA3) | Payroll – Olympia

Location: Thurston County – Olympia, Washington
Closes: November 1st, 2026
Salary: $62,880.00 - $84,528.00 Annually

This Fiscal Anaylst for DCYF's Financial and Business Services Payroll Team is under the direction of the Agency Payroll Analytics Manager. This position supports the Department’s goals and objectives by developing systems and processes that ensure that every paycheck created will be treated with equal respect and that the fiscal responsibilities to the State of Washington are met with the highest level of integrity.

This position is within the DCYF Financial and Business Services Payroll Team under the direction of the Agency Payroll Analytics Manager. This position supports the Department’s goals and objectives by developing systems and processes that ensure that every paycheck created will be treated with equal respect and that the fiscal responsibilities to the State of Washington are met with the highest level of integrity. The mission of the Department of Children, Youth & Families (DCYF) is to protect children and strengthen families, so they flourish.

Click here to learn more about DCYF.

The Opportunity:

The ideal candidate is a collaborative, team-oriented individual who also demonstrates sound independent judgment, initiative, and the ability to work autonomously when needed. They are willing to step in and provide support wherever needed, adapt positively to changing priorities and circumstances, and approach new challenges with flexibility and a solutions-focused mindset. A positive attitude, strong communication skills, and a genuine commitment to fostering a supportive, cooperative, and encouraging team environment are essential to success in this role.

Some of what you will get to do:

• Process and/or resolve employee overpayments; identify the cause and amount of an overpayment, off-set the amount to stop immediate collection, notify employees, and respond to questions
• Process receipts and disbursements for the foster parent shared leave pool, including monthly reconciliation of special revenue Fund 22H.
• Reconcile and log semi-monthly garnishment writ collections.
• Create and upload A-7 journal vouchers and A-19 payments in AFRS.
• Analyze and process warrants cancelled as SOL.
• Monitor the Unbalanced In-Process report and assist in clearing payroll related items.
• Process the quarterly payments for Paid Family Medical Leave & Washington Cares Fund tax.
• Assist with resolving issues with the Fund 035 Payroll Revolving Account reconciliation.
• Assist in creating and updating payroll processes and procedures and updating tools such as templates and spreadsheets.
• Maintain payroll files.

Required Qualifications:

Equivalent education/experience in accounting, auditing, budgeting totaling five (5) years.

OR

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, auditing, budgeting or related field.

AND

One (1) year of relevant professional experience in payroll or finance.

AND

• The ability to take action to learn and grow
• The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.

Desirable/Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree, which includes at least 18 quarter or 12 semester hours of accounting, auditing, or budgeting.
• Two to three years of relevant professional experience.
• Professional experience may substitute for education.
• A master’s degree in a financial related field, certification as a Public Accountant, Internal Auditor, Certified Governmental Financial Manager or Management Accountant.
• Previously demonstrated experience performing payroll processing/operations duties in accordance with RCW, WAC, CBA and SAAM.
• Previously demonstrated experience independently performing complex payroll review and analysis.

Supplemental Information:

The Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is committed to Washington’s children and youth growing up safe, healthy, and thriving. We invite all candidates to join us in our mission to create a diverse and equitable workplace that reflects the communities we serve. If you are excited about this role but you believe that your education and/or experience might not align perfectly with every qualification in the job posting, we encourage you to apply anyway.

The Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained service animal by a person with a disability.

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.

The incumbent must successfully complete formal training courses as required by law, policy, and regional requirements within one year of their appointment.

For more information about this position or if you need an accommodation throughout the application/interview process, please contact DCYF recruiter. If you're experiencing technical difficulties creating, accessing or completing your application, call NEOGOV toll-free at [phone] or email [e-mail]. Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format may call the Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD) at 360-664-1960.

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and wish to claim Veteran's Preference MUST attach a copy of their DD214, NGB Form 22 or Predischarge Certification (issued not more than 120 days prior to End of Term of Service (ETS) by date of submission). If claiming preference based on Predischarge Certification, individual will be required to provide their official discharge documentation, such as a DD form 214, NGB form 22, or equivalent, within 30 days after the date of discharge. Please blackout the social security number before attaching any documents. For additional information on Veteran's Preference and guidance on how to determine if you are eligible, click here.

DCYF participates in the federal E‑Verify program. The selected candidate must provide proof of identity and authorization to work in the United States, consistent with E‑Verify requirements, on their first day of employment