Fiscal Analyst 4 - Financial Services

This recruitment will remain open until filled. The WSIB may make a hiring decision at any time. It is in the candidate’s best interest to apply early. The Washington Stat e Investment Board (WSIB) is a dedicated global investment management organization with over $175.5 billion in assets under management. The WSIB's globally diversified portfolios are comprised of more than 17,000 holdings across 93 countries on 6 continents and in 52 currencies. The WSIB's central mandate is to maximize return at a prudent level of risk. The WSIB manages investments for 17 retirement plans for public employees, teachers, school employees, law enforcement officers, firefighters, and judges. We also manage investments for several other important public funds that benefit Washington’s industrial insurance program, colleges and universities, and developmental disability programs. The WSIB’s excellent investment performance dramatically contributes to the state’s bottom line by earning the lion’s share of money needed to cover state pension benefits. To learn more about the WSIB, please visit our website at sib.wa.gov and follow us on LinkedIn . The WSIB operates in a hybrid work environment and this position should anticipate 60% of their time in the office. The Washington State Investment Board (WSIB) is seeking a qualified candidate to join our team as Fiscal Analyst 4 (FA4) on the Financial Services Team. This is a unique opportunity to join a globally recognized investment management organization. The primary objective of the FA4 is to independently plan, process, and analyze fiscal data, payroll, and travel reimbursements. This position reports to the Financial Services Manager and supports the agency’s mission to invest with integrity, prudence, and skills to meet the financial objectives of those we serve by providing technical financial services to all agency staff and Board members. If selected for this opportunity, you will: Process and coordinate travel reimbursements, analyze, reconcile, and report fiscal data, and conduct employee payroll operations. This includes: Leading and coordinating the processing of travel reimbursement requests in the travel accounting system. Conducting training with staff on the use of the travel accounting system for reimbursement requests. Reviewing the use of per diem rates against foreign currency exchange rates and confirming that exceptions are documented and accurate. Ensuring all functions necessary to process payroll are performed accurately and within established deadlines in accordance with fiscal policies and procedures. Processing journal vouchers for recovery of employer contributions to Department of Retirement Systems (DRS) for employees that have reached their max contributions. Independently preparing, analyzing, and interpreting customized queries of financial data from enterprise reports to make necessary corrections to accounting data. Reviewing and releasing batches in the accounting system that are prepared by other fiscal analysts. We're looking for an experienced accounting professional with payroll and human resources management system (HRMS) experience. A professional experienced with travel and expense reconciliation and reporting who enjoys attention to detail with proven accounting experience. A team player with excellent customer service and communication skills who is also a curious and analytical thinker. Competitive applicants will have 4 years relevant experience in financial field, including 18 quarter or 12 semester hours in accounting, auditing, or budgeting. Per Governor Inslee’s Proclamation 21-14 (Download PDF reader) , state employees must be fully vaccinated. Your vaccine status will be verified after an employment offer has been accepted. Please reach out to the [email protected] if you need information on medical or religious accommodation. BACKGROUND CHECK: Prior to a new hire, a background check including education verification, credit check, and criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position. AT THE WSIB... You’ll experience true work-life balance and talented, passionate co-workers focused on maximizing the investment returns for the exclusive benefit of the beneficiaries. The WSIB is a respected institutional investor and thought leader in its industry and we value diverse perspectives and life experiences. The WSIB is supportive of an H1B Sponsorship. The WSIB is an equal opportunity employer. Women, people of color and those representing diverse ethnicities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Employees may be eligible for the following benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision for employee & dependents , Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) , Vacation, Sick, and other Leave , 11 Paid Holidays and 1 Personal Holiday per year , Public Service Loan Forgiveness , Long Term Disability & Life Insurance , Deferred Compensation Programs , Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) , Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA) , Employee Assistance Program , Commute Trip Reduction Incentives , professional development opportunities, flexible work schedules, and participation in the Combined Fund Drive and SmartHealth .