Financial Technician Accounting office Washington State Senate Olympia WA

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Posted: May 11, 2022
| Application Deadline:
June 1, 2022
Title
Financial Technician
Accounting Office
Washington State Senate
Olympia
Senate Profile
The Washington State Legislature is a bicameral body comprised of the Senate and the House of Representatives. The Legislature meets annually in the Capitol Building in Olympia beginning on the second Monday in January. Regular legislative sessions take place January through March in even-numbered years and January through April in odd-numbered years. Special legislative sessions occur as needed. Permanent staff work year-round supporting the Senate and its legislative members. The Senate strives to cultivate an inclusive working environment that supports diversity through equitable policies and practices.
Background
The Washington State Senate seeks a Financial Technician in the Accounting office. The ideal candidate will be skilled at detail-oriented work and open to learning new skills and processes. This position will ensure efficient, prompt, and accurate processing and distribution incoming documents and imaging process document flow for personnel and payroll staff. The Senate Accounting office has a strong customer service focus and this position will assist the office in providing a wide range of accounting services to elected Senate members and fellow employees of the Senate.
During the legislative session, the normal work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., including holidays, and may require additional hours and days, depending on workload and office coverage. During the legislative interim, remote work and flexible work schedules are available.
This position is nonpartisan, full-time, and exempt from civil service.
Position Responsibilities
Assist with answering general questions over the phone and electronically.
Track and contact staff regarding payroll and personnel paperwork.
Use spreadsheets and word processing software to create and update documents and forms.
Navigate web-based applications to assist in various duties.
Duplicate and distribute materials such hiring packages, forms, paychecks, and paystubs.
File documents accurately, based upon established record keeping policies.
Compose and edit correspondence and documents.
Enter basic data for accounting and payroll activities into the state systems.
Review new hire paperwork.
Assist the Payroll Analyst with data entries.
Provide administrative support to other accounting staff.
Qualifications
Diverse backgrounds in education and experience could be successful in this role and will be considered. However, demonstrated qualifications or experience in the following may be best suited for the position:
At least one (1) year of general clerical or fiscal experience.
Ability to effectively interact with others who have diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds, religious views, cultural backgrounds, socio-economic status, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, and disability status to promote trust.
Demonstrated ability to work in a non-partisan capacity, supporting all members and staff regardless of party affiliation or position.
Be an effective and professional communicator with those who have different personalities and ways of processing information.
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced office environment.
Strong organizational skills, able to prioritize multiple tasks while accommodating numerous interruptions.
Knowledge of software applications, notably MS Office suite: Word, Outlook, and Excel.
Ability to maintain professional confidentiality.
Salary Range and Employee Benefits
The salary range for this position is $44-77k, depending on experience and qualifications. The expected hiring salary, however, will typically be less than the top of the range.
The Senate offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, life and long-term disability insurance; vacation, sick, military, bereavement, and civil leave; ten paid holidays per year; a state retirement plan; deferred compensation; healthcare flexible spending account; dependent care assistance; infant at work policy, optional credit unions and savings bonds; and tuition reimbursement.
How To Apply
Interested applicants should submit:
A letter of interest specifically addressing the qualifications listed in the announcement
A current and detailed resume
Three professional references with contact information
Application materials must be submitted electronically to the Senate Human Resource Office at ****.
Any questions regarding the position should be directed to the Senate Accounting Office at ****
or (360) 786-7598.
All application materials should be submitted by close of business on Wednesday, June 1, 2022.
Persons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may **** or ****.
The Washington State Senate is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation, and gender identity diversity. The Senate does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, disability, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the use of a service animal by a person with
a disability.
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