Finance Officer & Analyst, Energy Program

Washington State University; Washington; On-site; USD 57,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick and vacation leave

Paid holidays

Medical, dental, life and disability保险

Job summary

Washington State University is seeking a Fiscal Officer/Management Analyst for the Energy Program in Olympia, WA. This full-time, fixed-term role focuses on strategic financial analysis, accounting administration, rate oversight, and budgeting for grants and contracts.

You will ensure compliance with university, state, and federal regulations, generate financial reports, and support payroll and HR activities as needed, contributing to sustainable program operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, economics or related field and 3 years of relevant experience.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Perform strategic financial analysis to support program operations and long-term goals.
• Administer accounting and management information functions.
• Oversee rates charged through service centers to ensure financial sustainability (e.g., community solar, rent, IT/communications).
• Manage budgeting for grants and contracts and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Provide financial analyses/reports and support payroll and HR functions as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Confidentiality & judgment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business/economics or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Washington State University is seeking a Fiscal Officer/Management Analyst for the Energy Program in Olympia, WA. This full-time, fixed-term role focuses on strategic financial analysis, accounting administration, rate oversight, and budgeting for grants and contracts.

You will ensure compliance with university, state, and federal regulations, generate financial reports, and support payroll and HR activities as needed, contributing to sustainable program operations.