NEOGOV · 1 week ago
Capital Asset Accountant (FA5, In-Training)
Thurston County – Olympia, WA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$62K/yr - $96K/yrWashington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is seeking a Fiscal Analyst 5 – Capital Asset Accountant to join the Accounting and Reporting Team in Olympia, WA. This role involves serving as the agency’s primary accounting lead for capital assets, ensuring the integrity of capital asset accounting, and providing expert-level financial consulting services across WSDOT.
GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware
No H1B
Responsibilities
Reconcile consumable inventory accounting and make adjusting entries in conjunction with oversight from the Procurement & Materials Management Office
Reconcile all capital asset systems to WSDOT’s financial accounting system monthly and make the adjusting entries quarterly
Assist with determining if an asset cost should be capitalized, the appropriate depreciation schedule, and make decisions on the best accounting treatment for that asset
Update data in support of financial statement reports, as needed, for stakeholders and business needs
Act as the capital asset Subject Matter Expert in annual audits as required and performed by the State Auditor’s Office
Provide general procedural directions to AFS staff who may assist in producing the position’s work product
Perform monthly reconciliations of assigned funds and general ledgers to ensure data is accurately interfaced from TRAINS (WSDOT core financial system) to AFRS (the state’s core financial system)
Utilize a variety of TRAINS and AFRS reports in order to verify and reconcile the accounting data between the WSDOT accounting system and the statewide accounting system to identify any discrepancies and make necessary corrections
Analyze general ledger data at the subprogram, appropriation, object and/or major group/source level within and between TRAINS and AFRS to ensure timely and accurate reporting of financial data
Perform detailed analysis of TRAINS and AFRS reports
Qualification
Required
Advanced Accounting & Financial Analysis: Demonstrated ability to manage and analyze capital asset, general fund, and general ledger accounting in compliance with GAAP, GASB, federal and state regulations, and WSDOT policies
Financial Reconciliation & Data Integrity: Proven ability to perform accurate, timely fund and general ledger reconciliations; analyze and reconcile data across multiple financial systems; and ensure the integrity of financial records
Complex Transactions & Problem Solving: Thorough understanding of general ledger relationships (assets, liabilities, fund balance/equity, revenues, and expenditures) with the ability to evaluate complex transactions, resolve accounting issues, and provide consultative guidance
Regulatory Interpretation & Policy Guidance: Ability to research, interpret, and apply SAAM, GASB, and GAAP requirements and provide clear, actionable guidance to leadership and stakeholders
Communication & Customer Service: Advanced ability to communicate complex financial information clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing, to diverse audiences while delivering high-quality customer service
Independence, Organization & Work Management: Ability to work independently and collaboratively, exercise sound judgment with minimal supervision, and manage multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
Accounting Systems & Technical Proficiency: Advanced knowledge of automated general ledger and financial reporting systems, with the ability to independently query, extract, and prepare reports using accounting systems and PC software such as Excel, Outlook, and Word
Growth Mindset: Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth
Service-Oriented: Takes action to meet the needs of others
Preferred
Government Accounting Environment Experience: Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a complex governmental accounting environment, applying public-sector accounting principles, controls, and processes
WSDOT Financial Systems Proficiency: Demonstrated experience using WSDOT financial systems (such as TRAINS, Cognos, or similar enterprise financial and reporting systems) to access, analyze, and report financial data
Benefits
Work-Life Balance – We offer flexible work schedules that allow you time for your life outside of this excellent opportunity.
Paid Leave – In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees may earn up to 25 paid vacation days per year!
Tuition Assistance – Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
Plan For Your Future – WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs, and much more.
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.
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.
Vacation (Annual Leave) – Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165 or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA).
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.
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
Founded in 1999
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
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