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General Accounting Manager - Fiscal Analyst 5

State of Washington

Olympia, Washington, U.S.
Full-time, Permanent
Posted Sep 27, 2025
Flexible/Hybrid

Compensation

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About the role

The General Accounting Manager - Fiscal Analyst 5 will guide and advise accounting staff to ensure compliance with Agency directives and policies, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), State Administrative and Accounting Manual (SAAM), and state and federal rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise and mentor the General Accounting team
  • Instruct and train team members on correct methods and procedures
  • Monitor daily activities to ensure timely, accurate data and compliance
  • Advise staff regarding the handling of non-routine reporting transactions
  • Monitor and inspect work in progress to ensure continuity and timely completion of work
  • Assist in interviewing and hiring personnel
  • Manage General Accounting
  • Assign and monitor the workload of the General Accounting unit
  • Directs and coordinates the daily activities of the accounting staff
  • Oversee the general ledger reconciliation process
  • Ensure that functions of the General Accounting unit are done accurately and in a timely manner
  • Make recommendations, develop or revise policies and procedures
  • Participate in the development and implementation of accounting systems, internal control systems and other processes
  • Identify when the need arises for a written policy or procedure
  • Prepare and process journal vouchers adjusting appropriate general ledgers at year end
  • Assist with the preparation and submission of Disclosure Forms to be submitted to OFM

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, accounting, economics, statistics, or relevant field
  • Three (3) years of professional experience in accounting, budget, finance, payroll, or public administration

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • 401k matching
  • Paid leave
  • Staff training and other compensation benefits

About the Company

The Department of Fish and Wildlife is an equal opportunity employer

Job Details

Salary Range

$59,560 - $80,120/monthly

Location

Olympia, Washington, U.S.

Employment Type

Full-time, Permanent

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