Fiscal Analyst 2

Washington State University; Pullman (WA); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

Paid vacation leave

Holidays

Job summary

Washington State University in Pullman, WA, invites applications for a Fiscal Analyst 2 in the Department of Integrative Physiology and Neuroscience. You will perform financial analysis, budgeting, and grant administration, guiding faculty and staff on monetary policies and procedures.

The role requires attention to detail, strong communication, and the ability to meet deadlines, with a full-time, permanent appointment and a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent including 18 quarter or 12 semester hours in accounting, auditing, or budgeting and one year of relevant professional experience.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Strong proofreading skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to meet grant submission deadlines and work additional hours as needed.
• Experience meeting deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Conduct financial analysis, reporting and budget management per GAAP.
• Develop fiscal projections and prepare budget reports.
• Manage grant administration activities including proposals and budgets.
• Advise on policies and procedures related to grants, purchasing, contracts, travel, and research operations.
• Monitor faculty funding accounts and advise on financial risk.

Skills

Communication skills

Proofreading

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent (accounting/budgeting)

Tools

Workday

MS Office

Job description

## Fiscal Analyst 2Apply: Pullman, WA: Full time: Posted Today: R-15498**Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on:**October 18, 2026If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.**Available Title(s):**143J-YN\\_CS\\_NPS - Fiscal Analyst 2**Business Title:**Fiscal Analyst 2**Employee Type:**Classified**Position Details:****The Opportunity:** As the Fiscal Analyst 2, you will join the Department of Integrative Physiology and Neuroscience (IPN) in the College of Veterinary Medicine, where you'll be part of a supportive environment committed to employee development and career growth. Working independently under general supervision, you will provide financial analysis, reporting, and budget management in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). You will develop fiscal projections, prepare budget reports, analyze financial trends, and support department-wide financial planning and decision-making.You will manage key grant administration activities, including preparing grant proposals and budgets, coordinating budget planning and account setup, and ensuring the accuracy of grant and departmental financial transactions. As an expenditure authority, you will help maintain compliance and responsible stewardship of departmental resources.In addition, you will provide guidance to faculty, staff, and support personnel on business policies and fiscal procedures related to grants, purchasing, contracts, travel, and research operations. You will serve as a trusted advisor on faculty funding accounts, monitor operational risk, and provide recommendations that support effective financial management and departmental success.**Additional Information:**This is a **full-time** (**100%** FTE), **permanent** position. This position is overtime **eligible.** **Monthly Salary:** $4,517 - $6,075 | Range 49 | 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.* Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.* Strong proofreading skills and attention to detail.* Ability to occasionally work additional hours, including evenings and weekends to meet grant submission deadlines.* Experience successfully meeting deadlines. **Preferred Qualifications:** * Experience working with grants, contracts, cooperative agreements, and sponsored project funding.* Experience using Workday or similar platform.* Demonstrated ability to work efficiently and accurately with numbers.* Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team environment.* Demonstrated ability to understand and interpret complex policies and procedures.* Demonstrated experience in working positively with diverse people and in accurately advising employees regarding policies and procedures.* Working knowledge of MS Office Suite. Demonstrated experience in using PowerPoint, Photoshop, and Adobe Acrobat Professional.* Experience with submitting federal, state, and internal grant proposals.* Budget certified. **Position Sponsorship Eligibility:** Not eligible for work visa sponsorship **About Department/College/Area/ Campus** - Integrative Physiology and Neuroscience **Area/College:**College of Veterinary Medicine**Department Name:**Integrative Physiology and Neuroscience**Location:**Pullman, Washington **Application Instructions:** Applicants must upload the following required documents to their online application. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements. 1) Resume 2) Cover Letter **External candidates**, upload all documents in the “Application Document” section of your application. **Current WSU Employees (internal candidates)**, before starting your Workday application, please use these instructions to update your education and experience in your worker profile in Workday. Internal candidates, upload all documents in the “Resume/Cover Letter” section of your application. Documents may be submitted as one file or separate files. Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF, if possible. Reference contact information will be requested later in the recruitment process through Workday. **Background Check:** This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.**Time Type:**Full time**Position Term:**12 MonthWashington 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. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or [e-mail].