Accounting Policies

The State Administrative & Accounting Manual, also known as SAAM, outlines the policies and procedures agencies need for the preparation of financial statements.

A complete inventory of all legally authorized accounts for use by state agencies, with a section for inactive accounts.

Washington State per diem rates, mileage rates and travel resources – includes maps of rates by county, both current and archived.

Pay dates and holidays, payment methods and procedures, as well as information on shared leave.

The foundation of quality financial information is in the detail data recorded at the general ledger (GL) level.

Policies, procedures, and resources for Workday, a enterprise-wide system for finance, procurement, budget, human resources, and payroll processes.

Federally approved Statewide Cost Allocation Plan (SWCAP) as required by the OMB's Uniform Guidance.

Ensuring greater efficiency, effectiveness, and equity in the exchange of funds between the federal government and the states.

Instructor-led, virtual, in-person, and on-demand training sessions in accounting, policies, fiscal year-end, and federal resources.