Fiscal Analyst 2 - Operations

Washington State University; Pullman, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick & vacation leave

Holidays

Insurance package

Retirement plan

Deferred compensation

Training & development

Tuition waiver

Job summary

Washington State University is seeking a Fiscal Analyst 2 to independently provide financial information, report preparation, and GAAP-based analysis for the School of Molecular Biosciences. You will review allocations, forecast revenues and expenses, and lead staff on financial procedures across research labs.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree with accounting coursework and strong numerical/communication skills, with opportunities to advise faculty on budgets and expenditures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, with 18 quarter/12 semester hours in accounting, auditing, or budgeting plus 1 year of relevant experience or equivalent.
• Experience handling numbers efficiently and accurately.
• Proficiency with computers, spreadsheets, and databases; strong written and oral communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive financial information, report preparation, and analysis for the School of Molecular Biosciences accounts.
• Review, analyze, and project allocations, revenue, and expenses under GAAP.
• Prepare budget reports, balance allocations, and monitor spending and transfers.
• Lead staff and guide faculty on purchasing, contracts, travel, and operations policies.
• Consult with faculty and administrators on startup funding and expenditure eligibility.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication

Numerical proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree with accounting coursework

Tools

Oracle

Workday

FileMaker Pro

Microsoft Office

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

• 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
• 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

Location

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 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.

Position Term

Full time Position Term: 12 Month

Eligibility and Accommodation

Washington 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].

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About WSU

WSU is Washington's land-grant university with campuses located in Everett, Pullman, Spokane, Tri-Cities, and Vancouver. Additionally, research centers are located throughout the state, extension offices are located in every county in Washington, and online degree programs are offered worldwide. WSU employees promote academic excellence and innovative research that serves the state, nation, and world. With a focus on innovation, excellence, and accountability, continual enhancement of research and educational endeavors are at the core of WSU's strategic priorities. See here for additional information about WSU's statewide locations. View the HRS Benefits website for details on competitive benefits available.