Finance Officer (MA4) DOH8644

Washington State Department of Health; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Washington State Department of Health is seeking a Finance Officer to provide high-quality financial services supporting the Health Systems Quality Assurance division. This remote, full-time role involves budgeting, financial analysis, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package

Work-life balance support

Qualifications

• 4+ years of financial management experience.
• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in a related field.
• Practical skills in MS Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert financial analysis and consultation to support budget development.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state financial requirements.
• Partner with program staff to improve operational effectiveness.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Budgeting

Critical Thinking

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field

Associate degree in accounting, finance, or related field

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Finance Officer

Management Analyst 4 (MA4)

This is a remote/home-based, full-time, permanent position.

The Office of Financial Services (OFS) provides leadership and support for agency priorities through budgeting, contracting, grants, procurement, accounting, and facility management. We’re committed to compliance, efficiency, and financial stability across all DOH programs. We're looking for a Finance Officer to support the Health Systems Quality Assurance (HSQA) division through high-quality financial services and responsible stewardship of public funds.

This senior-level role sits within the Office of Program Financial Management (OPFM), a team dedicated to ensuring the day-to-day fiscal operations of the agency align with our mission and goals. Reporting to the OPFM Finance Operations Manager, you'll serve as a key advisor on budgeting and financial management, supporting data-driven decisions that affect DOH leadership, division management, and external partners.

What You'll Do:

• Provide expert financial analysis and consultation to support budget development, monitoring, and forecasting.
• Exercise independent judgment in evaluating and interpreting financial data, trends, and fiscal impacts.
• Ensure the division’s financial activities comply with federal and state laws, regulations, and reporting requirements.
• Partner with program staff to align funding strategies with agency goals and improve operational effectiveness.
• Support strategic planning and decision-making through timely, accurate, and actionable financial information.

Location and Flexibility

We value work-life balance and offer the convenience of remote work! This position will give you the option to work from home or from the closest DOH facility. Attending in-person events or working In-office is rarely required and would be scheduled in advance. This is a remote home-based position available to applicants residing anywhere in Washington State, as well as those living near the Oregon/Washington border and the Idaho/Washington border.

Required Qualifications (you must meet ONE of the provided options and any additional criteria listed.):

Experience defined below may have been gained through paid or unpaid activities. Please ensure any relevant experience defined below is outlined in your cover letter, resume, and/or applicant profile.

Option 1:Four (4) or more years of experience providing financial management experience preparing, supporting and or managing budgets, providing analysis, problem solving, critical thinking and have demonstrated ability to create and communicate to appropriate audiences.

Option 2:Associate degree in accounting, finance, business, public administration, or related field AND two (2) or more years of experience providing financial management experience preparing, supporting and or managing budgets, providing analysis, problem solving, critical thinking and have demonstrated ability to create and communicate to appropriate audiences.

Option 3:Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, public administration, or related field AND one (1) or more years of experience providing financial management experience preparing, supporting and or managing budgets, providing analysis, problem solving, critical thinking and have demonstrated ability to create and communicate to appropriate audiences.

Experience will include practical skills in MS Excel for spreadsheet tasks, database management, MS Word for document creation and formatting, and Microsoft Outlook or similar email systems for electronic correspondence.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Four (4) years of professional experience in developing and managing budgets, analyzing legislation and preparing fiscal notes, and conducting complex financial analysis for fee-based programs.
• Project support experience that includes managing tasks, directing others, and reporting progress to project managers.
• Communication skills both written and verbal to provide direction and information to varied levels of involvement and commitment.

Benefits and Lifestyle

We prioritize your work-life balance and offer one of the most competitive benefits packages nationwide, tailored to support your lifestyle. Discover more about "Why DOH" by visiting Work@Health.

We are the Washington State Department of Health (DOH)

At DOH, we safeguard public health in an ever-evolving world. Through collaboration with local health jurisdictions and state, federal, and private partners, our programs, and services impact every Washingtonian and visitor daily. We're driven by Equity, Innovation, and Engagement, as outlined in our Transformational Plan for the future of Washington health.

Conditions of Employment:

This position is covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.

I am prepared, with or without accommodations, to do the following:

• Commit to a full-time 40-hour workweek schedule (flexible work schedule requests must be approved supervisor).
• Communicate through applications such as MS Teams and MS Outlook, and by phone while working remotely.
• Adjust my work schedule occasionally to align with business needs, which may entail working evenings and weekends.
• This position is eligible for teleworking
• Perform my job duties either remotely from home or in-person at the designated DOH site location.
• Occasional travel may be necessary, sometimes requiring overnight stays or trips out of state. You must be able to legally drive a vehicle or arrange alternative transportation for state business.
• Engage in emergency response exercises and high-priority assignments as assigned during emergency events.

APPLICATION DIRECTIONS:

To apply, click "Apply" and complete the application. Attach your resume and cover letter.

In your Applicant Profile, include at least three professional references (including a supervisor, a peer, and someone you’ve supervised or led, if applicable). Please do not include private information such as social security number or year of birth.

Doattach the following:

• Resume
• Cover letter
• DD-214 (if applicable)

Veterans Preference: Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or a signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to their application. Please remove or cover any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers and birth year

Do notinclude or attach the following – these documents or details will not be reviewed:

• REMOVE personal photos – do not submit any documents containing personal photos.
• Transcripts (unless specifically requested in the Application Directions)
• Certifications or Diplomas
• Projects or Portfolios
• Letters of Recommendation

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: We regard diversity as the foundation of our strength, recognizing that differing insights and abilities enable us to reflect the unique needs of the communities we serve.

DOH is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination based on race/ethnicity/color, creed, sex, pregnancy, age, religion, national origin, marital status, the presence or perception of a disability, veteran’s status, military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, or gender identity.

Questions and Accommodations:If you have questions, need assistance with the application process, require an accommodation, or would like to request this posting in an alternative format, please contact Andrea Thieme [e-mail] and reference the recruitment number (DOH8644).

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This recruitment may be used to fill positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment are filled, the candidate pool may be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.

Only applicants who follow the directions and complete the Application Process in full will have their responses reviewed for consideration.

Experience and education selected, listed, or detailed in the Supplemental Questions must be verifiable on the submitted applicant profile.

Please note: The salary listed does not reflect the upcoming 3% general wage increase effective July 1, 2025.