Fiscal Officer/Management Analyst

Washington State University; Washington; On-site; USD 57,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick and vacation leave

Paid holidays

Medical, dental, life and disability保险

Job summary

Washington State University is seeking a Fiscal Officer/Management Analyst for the Energy Program in Olympia, WA. This full-time, fixed-term role focuses on strategic financial analysis, accounting administration, rate oversight, and budgeting for grants and contracts.

You will ensure compliance with university, state, and federal regulations, generate financial reports, and support payroll and HR activities as needed, contributing to sustainable program operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, economics or related field and 3 years of relevant experience.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Perform strategic financial analysis to support program operations and long-term goals.
• Administer accounting and management information functions.
• Oversee rates charged through service centers to ensure financial sustainability (e.g., community solar, rent, IT/communications).
• Manage budgeting for grants and contracts and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Provide financial analyses/reports and support payroll and HR functions as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Confidentiality & judgment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business/economics or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on: November 4, 2026

Available Title(s)

1175-NN_ADMINPRO - Fiscal Officer/Management Analyst, 1175-YN_ADMINPRO - Fiscal Officer/Management Analyst

Business Title

Fiscal Officer/Management Analyst

Employee Type

Admin. Professional (+) (Fixed Term)

Position Details

Opportunity

As the Fiscal Officer/Management Analyst for the Energy Program, you will perform strategic financial analysis to support the program's operations and long-term goals. In this role, you will administer accounting and management information functions, oversee rates charged through key service centers to ensure financial sustainability, including community solar, rent, and IT/communications service centers, and manage budgeting for grants and contracts. You will ensure compliance with University, State, and Federal financial and grant regulations while collaborating with leadership within the College of Agriculture, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences. You will provide financial analyses and reports that support sound financial management, planning, and decision-making for the unit. Additionally, you will manage payroll functions to ensure employees are compensated accurately and on time based on their work contributions and provide support for the unit's human resources functions as needed.

Additional Information

This is a full-time (100% FTE), temporary position. Overtime eligibility will be determined based on final salary placement. This is a temporary position that is renewed on an annual basis. Appointment renewal is dependent continued funding and project needs.

Monthly Salary

Monthly Salary: $5,139.79 - $7,872.33. Commensurate with experience and qualifications. 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 AP staff and Total Compensation.

Required Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in business, economics or a related field, and three (3) years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.
• Demonstrated written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to organize work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet established deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound, professional judgment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with AIS applications, budget planning systems, and business objects.
• Working knowledge of WSU Business Policies and Procedures.
• Excellent ability to design, implement, and adjust sensible unit systems and standard operating procedures to ensure reliable and high-quality processing and good integration with evolving university-wide requirements.

Position Sponsorship Eligibility

Not eligible for work visa sponsorship

Area/College

College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences (CAHNRS)

Department Name

WSU Energy Program

Location

Olympia, WA

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 Month

Equal Opportunity Statement

Washington State University encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including members of the military and veterans, and persons with disabilities.

Employment Eligibility

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.

Accommodation Statement

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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