Fiscal Analyst 4 (FA4/FSD)
State of Washington
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State of Washington’s Health Care Authority is seeking a Fiscal Analyst 4 in Olympia to manage complex contract payments, inter‑agency disbursements, and AR/AP functions. You will prepare accruals, reconcile GL accounts, and provide financial analyses for the Health Benefit Exchange and related programs.
The role requires strong reliability, experience with AFRS, and oversight of monthly reporting. On‑site work with occasional telework is possible, reporting to the Administrative Accounting Unit.
Qualifications
- Six years of relevant professional accounting experience.
- Experience with accounts payable/receivable processing and financial report analysis.
- Experience interpreting federal/state accounting rules and procedures.
Responsibilities
- Review invoices for accuracy and compliance.
- Prepare monthly accruals and process payments.
- Monitor revenue, expenditures and GL balances.
- Prepare monthly activity reports and receivables billings.
- Perform journal vouchers and monthly close adjustments.
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Job description
71114504 This position oversees a complex service level agreement with the Health Benefit Exchange, performing a full range of accounting functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, monthly reports, and coordinating payments and reimbursements between agencies and contractors. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated reliability and experience with journal vouchers and Washington State’s Agency Financial Reporting System (AFRS). If you have a track record of consistently meeting deadlines and tracking accounting tasks occurring on a regular basis, this may be the opportunity for you!
Description This position oversees a complex service level agreement with the Health Benefit Exchange, performing a full range of accounting functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, monthly reports, and coordinating payments and reimbursements between agencies and contractors. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated reliability and experience with journal vouchers and Washington State’s Agency Financial Reporting System (AFRS). If you have a track record of consistently meeting deadlines and tracking accounting tasks occurring on a regular basis, this may be the opportunity for you!
Fiscal Analyst 4 (FA4/FSD) This position oversees a complex service level agreement with the Health Benefit Exchange, performing a full range of accounting functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, monthly reports, and coordinating payments and reimbursements between agencies and contractors. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated reliability and experience with journal vouchers and Washington State’s Agency Financial Reporting System (AFRS). If you have a track record of consistently meeting deadlines and tracking accounting tasks occurring on a regular basis, this may be the opportunity for you!
All HCA employees will apply an equity lens to their work, which may include but is not limited to all analyses of core business and processes
The Health Care Authority’s (HCA) Financial Services Division (FSD), in collaboration with other HCA divisions and a variety of external stakeholders and legislative partners, provides strategic financial expertise for Apple Health, Community Behavioral Health (CBH), Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB), and School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) programs. In addition, FSD oversees the budget and compliance functions necessary to manage and monitor a $14.5 billion annual budget. Functions include budget management, accounting, forecasting, professional and hospital rate setting, financial analysis, and payment/collection operations. This division maintains a close working relationship with agency program, policy, and clinical divisions to ensure financially sound implementation and monitoring of program strategies. It is also accountable to the Governor and legislature in ensuring HCA operates within its budget.
This Fiscal Analyst 4 (FA4) position works independently under general direction and is responsible for complex contract payments, inter‑agency payments, accounts receivable, monthly accruals, administrative general ledger reconciliations, and serves as a Subject Matter Expert on the fiscal oversight and monitoring of the HCA-Health Benefit Exchange (HBE) service level agreement. The position reports directly to the Administrative Accounting Manager within the Administrative Accounting Unit.
This position is eligible to telework but is frequently required to report on‑site to meet business need. The default assigned work location of all Health Care Authority (HCA) positions – both on‑site and telework eligible positions – is within the State of Washington. This position reports to Olympia, WA. Frequency of onsite work will vary based on business and operational needs. All agency employees are required to report on‑site in Olympia on their first and last days of employment to pick up and return state‑issued equipment, regardless of telework status or location.
- Review HBE invoices for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with state and federal rules and regulations.
- Prepare monthly accruals for invoices, process payments once approval has been received, and recover prepaid payments.
- Monitor activities including revenue, expenditures, and general ledger balances.
- Prepare monthly activity report and receivable billings for HBE.
- Prepare quarterly prepayments and accrual and cash receipts to HBE.
- Process cash receipts, ensuring proper account coding.
- Develop and maintain fiscal reports used to review, analyze, and ensure accurate reporting of HCA expenditure appropriation status on a monthly basis.
- Attend monthly meetings with HBE staff and respond to questions on the financial status and payments.
- Perform financial review and analysis of complex contract payments to ensure accuracy of expenditure data.
- Monitor and maintain controls of disbursements ensuring accurate accounting and recording of fiscal records.
- Prepare monthly receivable billings for both inter‑agencies and external vendors
- Prepare monthly and fiscal end close adjustments and journal voucher accrual documents.
- Assure contract payments are accurate and in compliance with contract terms and conditions.
- Provide financial assistance and accounting recommendations to the Supervisor, fiscal, and program staff on contract, invoices, payments, and the account code structure.
- Independently analyze and reconcile general ledger accounts and subsidiary accounts as assigned for accuracy.
- Six (6) years of relevant professional experience in any of the following areas:
- Experience with accounts payable and receivable processing, financial report analysis, reconciliation and resolution.
- Experience analyzing complex financial data and reports, federal and state accounting rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
- Experience performing research, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from fiscal data; with the ability to support recommendations with facts and analysis; interpret and apply rules, laws, policies, and procedures.
- Associate degree that includes 18 quarter or 12 semester hours in accounting, auditing, or budgeting and
- Four (4) years of relevant professional experience in any of the areas mentioned above.
- Bachelor’s degree that includes 18 quarter or 12 semester hours in accounting, auditing, or budgeting and
- Two (2) years of relevant professional experience in any of the areas mentioned above.
- Master’s degree in a financial related field or certification as a Public Accountant, Internal Auditor, Certified Governmental Financial Manager, or Management Accountant
- The ability to take action to learn and grow.
- The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.
- Must be able to plan and prioritize deliverables in a fast‑paced environment.
- Must be able to communicate in a positive manner with diverse audiences and facilitate large and small teams.
- Experience interpreting policies and procedures.
- Understanding of the Chart of Accounts and account coding.
- Experience in performing general ledger reconciliations.
- Experience using State of Washington Agency Financial Reporting System, including Financial Toolbox application.
- Experience using State of Washington’s Enterprise Reporting and/or Web‑Intelligence applications.
- Expert level user of Microsoft Excel.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
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About HCA
Functioning as both the state's largest health care purchaser and its behavioral health authority, the Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA) is a leader in ensuring Washington residents have the opportunity to be as healthy as possible.
There are three pillars of our work: Apple Health (Medicaid); the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) and School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) programs; and behavioral health and recovery. Under these pillars, HCA purchases health care, including behavioral health treatment for more than 2.7 million Washington residents and provides behavioral health prevention, crisis, and recovery supports to all Washington residents.
- Meaningful work with friendly co‑workers who care about those we serve Voices of HCA
- A clear agency mission that drives our work and is person‑centered HCA's Mission, Vision & Values
- A healthy work/life balance, including alternative/flexible schedules and mobile work options.
- A great total compensation and benefit package WA State Government Benefits
- A safe, pleasant workplace in a convenient location with restaurants, and shopping nearby.
- And free parking!
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment.
HCA 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. HCA has five employee resource groups (ERGs). ERGs are voluntary, employee‑led groups whose aim is to foster a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with HCA’s mission. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. Studies have shown women, racial and ethnic minorities, and persons of disability are less likely to apply for jobs unless they feel they meet every qualification as described in a job description. Persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam era veterans, as well as people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are also encouraged to apply. If you have any questions about the required qualifications or how your experience relates to them, please contact us at HCAjobs@hca.wa.gov. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact Jake Nelko at 360-725-0945 or jake.nelko@hca.wa.gov.
The Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA) is an E-Verify employer. All applicants with a legal right to work in the United States are encouraged to apply.
e-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 non‑overtime 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.
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.
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 non‑overtime 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.
Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.
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.
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Updated 01-07-2026
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Please select the highest level of education that you have completed:
- High school graduation or equivalent
- Associate degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Master's degree or higher
- None of the above
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Have you successfully 12 semester or 18 quarter hours in accounting, auditing, or budgeting? If yes, please ensure you have documented this in your application materials.
- Yes
- No
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Which of the following certifications have you completed, if any? Select all that apply. Must be represented in your application materials.
- Public Accountant
- Internal Auditor
- Certified Governmental Financial Manager
- Management Accountant
- None of the above
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Which of the following best describes your relevant professional experience in any of the following areas?: o Experience with accounts payable and receivable processing, financial report analysis, reconciliation and resolution. o Experience analyzing complex financial data and reports, federal and state accounting rules, regulations, policies and procedures. o Experience performing research, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from fiscal data; with the ability to support recommendations with facts and analysis; interpret and apply rules, laws, policies, and procedures
- I do not have this experience
- Less than 2 years
- More than 2 years, but less than 4 years
- More than 4 years, but less than 6 years
- More than 6 years
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If you indicated you have the experience noted in the above question, please explain how, where, and when you gained this knowledge and experience (must be reflected in the work experience of your application). Do not state "see resume" or copy and paste that material. If you answered no, please type N/A in the text box below.
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Do you have the ability to take action to learn and grow?
- Yes
- No
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Do you have the ability to take action to meet the needs of others?
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- No
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I acknowledge that I have included at least three references, and that I have uploaded a cover letter and resume in the attachments section of my application.
- Yes
- No
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I acknowledge that this position is eligible to telework but is frequently required to report on-site in Olympia, WA, to meet business need. I also acknowledge that telework is a privilege and may be revoked at any time.
- Yes
- No
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If hired for this position, do you currently possess required documents to allow you to legally work within the United States? The attached link lists acceptable documents: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents
- Yes
- No
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Will you require sponsorship for an employment-related immigration benefit, either now or in the future?
- Yes
- No
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