Reporting Analyst

Reporting AnalystAs the Reporting Analyst, you will be responsible for ensuring financial information for liabilities and special projects are accurately planned, reported, and analyzed under the direction of the Payment Services Team Manager. You will act as a key team member by informing data-based decision making using our ERP platform (Workday) and other data sources to facilitate continually refining central operations in a high-volume, dynamic team environment that supports Washington State University's Colleges and Extension Campuses. In the lead position, you will also be responsible for acting in the role of Workday Records Administrator during their absences.You will work cross-functionally with the records administration, procurement, accounting, and business systems teams and distributes agency-wide communication to WSU departmental colleagues. Additionally, you will provide exceptional customer support as it relates to the Payment Service functions to the team, university community, and external partners. You will reconcile liability accounts, create journal and correct entries, support assigned special projects, assist with tax reporting to the Department of Revenue, and document information in accordance with the policies and procedures of the university in a timely manner. The lead duties include transactional accounting and training team members on how to read reports, perform related work, provide tier 1 customer support, conduct technical account reconciliations, do business analysis, and auditing. In this role, you must be able to distill large quantities of data and qualitative information in a clear, concise manner to broad audiences. Fluent technical skills in Business Intelligence (BI) applications like Microsoft Excel/Power BI or a willingness to learn are highly desired.This is a full time (100 % FTE), permanent position. This position is overtime eligible. Monthly Salary: $4,517 to $6,075 (Steps A - M) | Range R049 | Successful candidates are typically hired at the beginning of the salary range and receive scheduled salary increment increases in accordance with WAC 357-28. In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate's current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.Benefits: WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts; training and development; and employee tuition waiver. For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for Classified Staff and Total Compensation.Required Qualifications:A Bachelor's degree or equivalent, which must include 18 quarter or 12 semester hours in accounting, auditing, or budgeting and one year of relevant professional experience; OR equivalent education/experience.Three to five years of reporting, analysis, or closely related experience.Each year of relevant professional experience may be substituted for education.Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Applications and Workday softwareAttention to detail and coachabilityAbility to maintain confidentialityAbility to handle and prioritize multiple tasks in a high-volume environment while meeting deadlinesStrong communication skills to clearly explain information and reports to customersActively participate in team building activities, create positive morale, and promote an inclusive office atmosphere.Preferred Qualifications:Work experience with Microsoft Excel and WorkdayProgressive professional experience with increasing levels of responsibility including reviewing the work of others12-24 academic credits in a business disciplineFamiliar with WSU policies and procedures related to Procurement and Payment ServicesPrevious professional experience at Washington State University or another academic institutionWashington State University encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including members of the military and veterans, and persons with disabilities.WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. 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