Financial Services Analyst
We tailor your resume to this role and apply for you in seconds.
Apply to Financial Services Analyst at State of WashingtonJob details
- Location
- Olympia, Washington
- Work type
- Hybrid
- Compensation
- $64,512 - $84,528/yr
- Posted
- today
- Apply on
- governmentjobs.com
About this role
About the Department
Join Our Team as a Financial Services Analyst at the AOC!
The Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) is looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented Financial Services Analyst to become a key player in our dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to apply professional-level accounting, payroll, and auditing skills while ensuring compliance with generally accepted accounting principles, government auditing standards, and AOC regulations.
You’ll work independently within defined areas, shaping financial processes with precision, handling routine yet impactful financial tasks that support our mission, and delivering high-quality work products that undergo review and approval to maintain excellence.
If you’re ready to bring your analytical mindset and financial expertise to a team that makes a difference, apply now!
Washington Courts Employment Opportunity Administrative Office of the Courts Financial Services Analyst Management Services Division – Financial Services |
Our Mission: To advance the timely, effective, and equitable operations of the Washington State judicial branch.
The Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) is looking for top-performing employees who embody its core values integrity, inclusion, accountability, and teamwork. It is committed to both employee growth and work-life balance.
Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace.
POSITION DETAILS |
Job #: 2026-69
Status: Regular, Full-Time
Location: Olympia, Washington
Salary: Range 56: $64,512 - $84,528 per year (DOQ).
Opens: August 5, 2026
Closes: August 19, 2026. Candidates are encouraged to apply early. AOC reserves the right to close the recruitment at any time but no sooner than seven calendar days after posting.
WASHINGTON STATE RESIDENCY AND TELEWORK INFORMATION |
AOC requires employees to reside in Washington State. Any exceptions must be approved. If you are invited to interview and currently reside outside of Washington State, seek more information about residency requirements from the AOC hiring manager for this recruitment.
This position requires you to be in the office at least three (3) days per week.
Position Duties
Some of the duties you will perform are:
- BARS Codes-Budget, Accounting and Reporting System for Cities, Counties and Special Purpose Districts: Communicates changes and enhancements to the BARS system to users and updates or establishes BARS codes as needed.
- Processes accounts payable including but not limited to: contracts, pro-tempore, use tax, reimbursement of funds, encumbrances, and refunds.
- Reviews and verifies critical information including but not limited to: budget code, approval signature, proof of receipt, social security number, payment type, etc. in accordance with established procedures and accounting standards.
- Processes and prepares invoices for batching and entry into the state AFRS system.
- Prepares and monitors financial reports, researches and verifies financial data, reconcile reports and JV corrections in accordance with established procedures and accounting standards.
- Reconciles general ledger accounts and prepares journal vouchers.
- Reviews and verifies accounts receivable; prepares invoices.
- Responds to inquiries from clients regarding status of invoices, payments, etc.
- Assists in developing recommendations for business improvement measures for the Financial Services section.
- Assists higher level Financial Services staff with financial summary information, analysis of financial reports and development of internal financial procedures.
- Performs other duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or closely allied field INCLUDING 10 Semester or 15 quarter hours of college level accounting
OR
- Two (2) years of experience in fiscal bookkeeping or fiscal recordkeeping
AND
- 10 Semester or 15 quarter hours of college level accounting.
A combination of relevant education and experience demonstrating a working knowledge of the duties and responsibilities of the Financial Services Analyst may be considered in the meeting the qualifications.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AND CREDENTIALS |
- At least one (1) year of BARS Codes-Budget, Accounting and Reporting System for Cities, Counties and Special Purpose Districts: Communicates changes and enhancements to the BARS system to users and updates or establishes BARS codes as needed.
THE IDEAL APPLICANT WILL ALSO HAVE SOME OR ALL OF THE FOLLOWING EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES |
- Knowledge of basic accounting principles, office technology, and standard terminology.
- Understanding of fundamental state governmental accounting procedures and automated accounting system concepts.
- Proficient in email and word-processing applications.
- Able to meet productivity standards and deadlines while effectively managing time and resources.
- Skilled in identifying tasks, activities, and timelines necessary to achieve objectives.
- Adaptable to change, accountable, and committed to delivering excellent customer service.
- Effective oral and written communicator capable of managing multiple projects and maintaining focus.
- Demonstrates sound judgment in identifying risks, solving problems, prioritizing workload, and maintaining professional working relationships.
Other Qualifications
IMPORTANT INFORMATION |
- The workweek may fluctuate depending on workload or agency needs.
- Overnight travel may be required based on business needs.
- This position may be overtime eligible.
The AOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on gender, pregnancy, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, physical, mental or sensory disability (actual or perceived), use of a service animal, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, age, HIV or Hepatitis C status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law. Persons of disability needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, please contact the AOC Human Resource Office, at (360) 705-5337, or fax (360) 586-4409, or via email to [email protected].
Candidates who are offered a job with AOC must possess work authorization that does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa now or in the future.
AOC complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements of the federal government eligibility verification form I-9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements for that form.
AOC does not use E-verify; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM-Optional Practice Training (OPT). For information, please visit www.uscis.gov
Persons legally authorized to work in the U.S. under federal law, including Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals recipients, are eligible for employment unless prohibited by other state or federal law.
SPECIAL NOTE: Before a new hire, a background check, including criminal history, will be conducted. 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 job.
Benefits
More than Just a Paycheck!
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.
We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.
Read about our benefits:
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.
Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific 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. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
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.
Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.
Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.
Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.
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.
Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.
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
Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.
Updated 01-07-2026
Agency Information
EmployerState of WashingtonAddress View Job Posting for Agency InformationView Job Posting for Location, Washington, 98504 Website http://www.careers.wa.gov