Fiscal Analyst 2 - 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

Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on September 19, 2026. If 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 - Operations

Employee Type

Classified

Position Details

The Opportunity:

As the Fiscal Analyst 2, you will work independently under general supervision to provide comprehensive financial information, report preparation, and analysis for the School of Molecular Biosciences accounts in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). You will review, analyze, and make fiscal projections of allocations, revenue, and expenses in support of the entire unit. You will prepare budget reports, identify and analyze trends, and verify and balance the School's operating and permanent budget allocations and expenses. You will initiate and execute fiscal year budget planning, including carry forwards, projections, and account setup. In this role, you will verify, consolidate, and balance the School's revenue transfers and cash receipts.

You will lead support staff and direct faculty and staff on proper business policies and fiscal procedures for operational functions, including purchasing, contracts, service agreements, travel, and other operational tasks related to research labs. In addition, you will consult with new and existing School of Molecular Biosciences faculty, the Director, and the Administrative Manager regarding faculty accounts, including startup funding and allowable expenditures on external grant and institutional funding. You will serve as expenditure authority on department accounts, monitor operational risk, and advise the Administrative Manager of identified risks.

Additional Information

This is a full time (100 % FTE), permanent position. This position is overtime eligible.

Monthly Salary

$4,517 to $5,779 | 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.
• Experience working efficiently and accurately with numbers.
• Experience working with computers and computer software, spreadsheets and databases.
• Demonstrated organization skills and demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of WSU policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of integrated business management systems, such Oracle, Workday, or similar systems.
• Knowledge of Filemaker Pro, Microsoft Office suite and Business Objects- Data Warehouse (Webi)
• Professional working experience in a higher education environment.

Position Sponsorship Eligibility

Not eligible for work visa sponsorship

About Department/College/Area/Campus

School of Molecular Biosciences | College of Veterinary Medicine | Washington State University

Area/College

College of Veterinary Medicine

Department Name

School of Molecular Biosciences

Location

WSU-Pullman

Background Check

This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adult.