Budget & Financial Analyst II — Research Operations

wsu; Pullman (WA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

Paid vacation leave

Holidays and insurance benefits

Tuition waiver

Job summary

Washington State University seeks a Fiscal Analyst 2 in the School of Molecular Biosciences to perform financial analysis, budgeting, and reporting in line with GAAP. You will manage allocations, forecast expenses, and balance budgets for the unit, while guiding staff on fiscal procedures.

The role involves collaboration with faculty, the Director, and Administrative Manager, and requires strong numerical, organizational, and communication skills in a university setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent with 18 quarter or 12 semester hours in accounting/auditing/budgeting and one year of experience.
• Experience working efficiently and accurately with numbers.
• Experience with computers, spreadsheets and databases.
• Demonstrated organization and effective written/oral communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial information, reports, and analysis per GAAP.
• Prepare budget reports, analyze trends, and balance operating budgets.
• Lead staff and guide faculty on business policies and fiscal procedures.
• Assist with budget planning, carry forwards, and account setup.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Numbers proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent (accounting/budgeting)

Tools

Excel

Spreadsheets/databases

Job description

Washington State University seeks a Fiscal Analyst 2 in the School of Molecular Biosciences to perform financial analysis, budgeting, and reporting in line with GAAP. You will manage allocations, forecast expenses, and balance budgets for the unit, while guiding staff on fiscal procedures.

The role involves collaboration with faculty, the Director, and Administrative Manager, and requires strong numerical, organizational, and communication skills in a university setting.