Fiscal Analyst 2 (FA2) - Tacoma

State of Washington; Tacoma (WA); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

DCYF in Tacoma, WA seeks a Fiscal Analyst 2 to support financial operations within the FBSD, ROC 5 and 6. You will perform professional GAAP-based financial review, manage complex tasks, and ensure timely processing of purchasing, travel, and accounts payable in a public-sector context.

The role reports to the Business Operations Manager and offers a strong path in state government finance, requiring detail orientation and independent work to contribute to services for children, youth, and

Qualifications

• Equivalent education/experience totaling four (4) years.
• Bachelor's degree.
• Ability to take action to learn and grow.
• Ability to take action to meet the needs of others.

Responsibilities

• Research and process purchase orders in accordance with policies and contracts.
• Monitor travel requests; arrange hotels, flights, rental cars, and shuttles.
• Review, analyze, and interpret financial records to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Reconcile travel statements, prepare payment batches, and post data to accounts.
• Review and apply Chart of Accounts coding; prepare payment batches for travel-related payments.
• Analyze accounting data, identify discrepancies, and develop corrective actions.
• Prepare, review, and analyze expenditure data for monthly financial reports.
• Prepare accruals, process warrant cancellations, and support year-end close activities.
• Maintain records for audit responses and corrective action plans.
• Provide backup support for travel and purchasing analysts and related duties.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Detail oriented

Independent work

Public sector finance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Equivalent education/experience 4 years

Job description

Our vision is to ensure that “Washington state’s children and youth grow up safe and healthy—thriving physically, emotionally and educationally, nurtured by family and community.

Job Title: Fiscal Analyst 2 (FA2)

Location: Tacoma, WA - Full-time/Hybrid

Closes: Friday, September 25th, 2026

Salary: $54,204 - $72,900 Yearly

The Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is accepting applications for a Fiscal Analyst 2 to support financial operations within the Financial and Business Services Division (FBSD), Regional Operations Center (ROC) 5 and 6. This position plays an important role in keeping regional fiscal operations running accurately and on time, directly supporting the services provided to children, youth, and families across Regions 5 and 6.

This position reports directly to the Business Operations Manager and works alongside a team of fiscal professionals responsible for processing, tracking, reconciling, and managing a wide range of financial transactions including purchasing, travel, accounts payable, and client services.

Click here to learn more about DCYF.

The Opportunity:

As a Fiscal Analyst 2, you will perform professional entry-level financial review and analysis in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), governmental auditing standards, and DCYF policy and guidelines. You will be responsible for developing your own work methods, managing complex and detailed tasks, and exercising sound judgment to complete all assignments accurately and on time.

This is a great opportunity for someone who is detail-oriented, comfortable working independently, and interested in building a career in public sector finance while making a direct contribution to the mission of DCYF.

Some of what you'll get to do:

• Research and process purchase orders in accordance with Department of Enterprise Services (DES) and DCYF purchasing policies, utilizing state purchasing contracts to procure equipment, supplies, and other necessary items.
• Monitor incoming employee and client travel requests; arrange hotels, flights, rental cars, and shuttles in accordance with travel policies, regional delegated authority, and applicable per diem rates.
• Review, analyze, and interpret financial records from the Travel and Expense Management System (TEMS); ensure compliance with state travel regulations (SAAM) and DCYF administrative travel policies prior to processing expense claims for payment.
• Reconcile US Bank travel statements, prepare and process payment batches, and post payment data to bank managing accounts while maintaining accurate payment reports.
• Review and apply appropriate Chart of Accounts coding; prepare payment batches for travel cards, A-19 reimbursements, and vital statistics return warrant requests via Financial Toolbox for upload to AFRS.
• Analyze accounting data in accordance with GAAP, identify discrepancies, research transactions, and develop corrective action as necessary.
• Prepare, review, and analyze expenditure data for monthly financial reports utilizing Enterprise Reporting and AFRS systems; review program fiscal status to ensure accuracy of expenditures and allotments.
• Prepare accruals, process warrant cancellations, handle overpayments, and support fiscal year close activities including interagency payables and receivables.
• Maintain records of Stored Value Cards and Concrete Goods to assist with field office audits; prepare and coordinate responses to audit findings and Corrective Action Plans.
• Provide backup support for travel and purchasing analysts; process negotiables, sort and scan business office mail, track vehicle reporting, and complete other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Equivalent education/experience totaling four (4) years.

OR

• Bachelor's degree.

AND

1. The ability to take action to learn and grow.
2. The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.

In addition to those required qualifications, our ideal applicant will possess:

• Bachelor's degree including at least 18 quarter or 12 semester hours in accounting, auditing, or budgeting, plus one to two years of relevant professional experience.
• Master's degree in a financial related field, or certification as a CPA, Internal Auditor, Certified Governmental Financial Manager, or Management Accountant.
• Demonstrated ability to apply and adapt established accounting methods to a variety of transactions.
• Demonstrated ability to assemble, analyze, and prepare reports and statements of complex financial data.
• Ability to process large quantities of fiscal data with consistency, accuracy, and efficiency.
• Strong multi-tasking skills with the ability to meet payment and reporting deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; familiarity with AFRS, Enterprise Reporting, CAMS, and HRMS is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with staff at all levels.

Supplemental Information:

The Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is committed to Washington’s children and youth growing up safe, healthy, and thriving. We invite all candidates to join us in our goal to create a diverse and equitable workplace that reflects the communities we serve. If you are excited about this role but you believe that your education and/or experience might not align perfectly with every qualification in the job posting, we encourage you to apply anyway.

The Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained service animal by a person with a disability.

This position is in a bargaining unit represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE). For more information: https://wfse.org/.

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.

If you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment or if you would like to request an accommodation throughout the application/interview process, contact the DCYF Recruiter. If you're experiencing technical difficulties creating, accessing or completing your application, call NEOGOV toll-free at [phone] or email [e-mail]. Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format may call [phone] or the Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD) at [phone].

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and wish to claim Veteran's Preference MUST attach a copy of their DD214, NGB Form 22 or Predischarge Certification (issued not more than 120 days prior to End of Term of Service (ETS) by date of submission). If claiming preference based on Predischarge Certification, individual will be required to provide their official discharge documentation, such as a DD form 214, NGB form 22, or equivalent, within 30 days after the date of discharge. Please blackout (redact) the social security number before attaching any documents. For additional information on Veteran's Preference and guidance on how to determine if you are eligible, click here.

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