WDVA Project Fiscal Analyst 3, Full-Time Project, Olympia Central Office

US DEPT. OF VETERANS AFFAIRS; Olympia (WA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid telework

Job summary

The Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) seeks a Project Fiscal Analyst 3 to support the development and implementation of a financial practice system for the Veterans Estate Management Program (VEMP). You will ensure accurate financial reporting, reconcile VEMP bank accounts, support corrections, and help maintain compliance with state and federal requirements.

This is a project position with an expected end date of June 30, 2027. Standard hours are 8:00 A.M.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with accounting/auditing coursework and relevant experience.
• Advanced knowledge of complex reconciliations and correcting items.
• Experience with accounting software changes and GAAP/government accounting is a plus.
• Ability to analyze data and communicate findings clearly.
• Strong ethics and professional conduct compliance.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile VEMP fiduciary accounts and bank statements in accordance with GAAP and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and document standardized reconciliation processes and desk manual.
• Prepare journal vouchers for AFRS and assist system implementation for VEMP.
• Coordinate with IT and accounting staff; ensure timely progress and deadlines.
• Audit client registers quarterly and alert management to anomalies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

English communication

Ethics and integrity

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree with 18 quarter / 12 semester hours in accounting & auditing

Tools

EVCMS

Excel

Job description

Project Fiscal Analyst 3

Olympia Central Office

This position has been posted within the assigned pay range through Step L. Step M has not been published as this is considered the longevity step, in alignment with state HR compensation rules. This salary range reflects increases effective July 1st, 2026.

Full-Time - Project

The Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) is seeking a Project Fiscal Analyst 3 to support the development and implementation of a financial practice system for the Veterans Estate Management Program (VEMP). In this role, you will ensure accurate financial reporting, reconcile VEMP bank accounts, support corrections, and help maintain compliance with state and federal requirements. You will also be responsible for the creation of a comprehensive VEMP Accounting Services Desk Manual to guide daily accounting operations.

This is a project position with an expected end date of June 30th, 2027.

Standard business hours for this position are 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M., Monday through Friday in-office at our Central Office in Olympia. Occasional weekend work may be needed, and incumbents may be expected to adjust the work schedule to meet business needs of the agency. An alternative work schedule and hybrid telework may be authorized based on mission requirements.

Duties

• Reconciliation of VEMP Fiduciary Accounts--including Money Markey Account, Checking Account, ACH, and Certificate of Deposit Accounts as applicable.
• Use EVCMS and Excel, monthly reconciliation of bank statements to VEMP client funds in accordance with GAAP, SAAM, Federal and State Fiduciary requirements, as well as Agency procedures.
• Communicate reconciling items to program, and accounting staff. Follow up on corrective actions, ensuring desired outcomes.
• Establish a standardized reconciliation format, and documentation of the process, to include step by step instructions for accounting services to follow.
• Complete Journal Vouchers to AFRS to keep Agency compliant with GASB requirements.
• System implementation specialist, to implement or improve an information management system for VEMP that ensures the program can meet all federal and state regulatory requirements. Identifies, and communicates barriers, system issues, and facilitates correction of issues by testing, system process and procedure development, and providing feedback to our IT team.
• Collaborate with IT and Accounting Services on VEMP system implementation/improvement needs.
• Serve as a liaison between IT, accounting services, and the VEMP program managers ensuring communication is strong, progress is documented, and deadlines are met.
• Build and maintain a robust Desk Manual to be utilized by all Accounting Services, covering daily work for Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and Accounting Transactions for Estate Managers.
• At least quarterly, audit client registers to ensure expected income and bank interest transactions are posted. Confirm correct commission fee rate is charged. Alert client manager to any anomalies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required:

• A bachelor’s degree, which includes 18 quarter or 12 semester hours in accounting and auditing. A combination of education and experience may be considered on a year-for-year basis. Experience must be relevant to the position.
• Advanced knowledge related to complex reconciliations and the correction of reconciling items
• Experience with accounting software changes
• Demonstrates a high level of ethics and professional standard conduct
• Ability to analyze data with high attention to detail and the ability to summarize and communicate that data
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English to facilitate effective performance of job duties. This includes sufficient written and verbal communication in English, to facilitate effective performance of essential functions.
• Agency Required Competencies for all positions:
  • The ability to take action to learn and grow.
  • The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.

Preferred/Desired

• Advanced skill level using Microsoft Excel
• Experience with GAAP and government accounting
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills
• Ability to effectively communicate financial data to internal and external customers
• Ability to promote a positive work environment
• Ability to interact professionally with staff at all levels
• Exhibit strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to interpret and apply Federal and State regulations
• Ability to operate office equipment including computer, phone, copier, scanner

Special Requirements

• Must be able to pass a DSHS BCCU Background Check prior to beginning services and every two (2) years in accordance with WDVA Policy 615.000 Background Checks. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance and be willing to work frequent weekend and evening outreach events.
• Successfully complete, within mandated timeframes, employee orientation and all other mandatory annual in-service and other required training.
• Become familiar and comply with all DVA policies and procedures and Collective Bargaining Agreements, as applicable.
• In an emergency, employees may be asked to stay for an extended period of time and perform duties appropriate to the situation.
• Must sign the confidentiality statement for all employees.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• The ability to take action to learn and grow.
• The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.
• Must be proficient in the English language

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.
• 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.

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.

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

Updated 01-07-2026

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