Fiscal Technician

Washington State University; Pullman (WA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

paid sick and vacation leave

paid holidays

medical, dental, life and disability保险

retirement

deferred compensation

training and development

employee tuition waiver

Job summary

Washington State University seeks a Fiscal Technician 1 to support ITS fiscal and administrative functions within Administrative & Financial Services. You will perform data entry, account reconciliations, purchasing support, and maintain financial records under close supervision to ensure compliance with policies.

The role is full time, 100% FTE, and eligible for overtime, with a salary range monthly from $3,195 to $4,201 depending on experience and placement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; typing experience or equivalent education/experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Outlook, Word)
• Strong attention to detail and accurate data entry and financial recordkeeping
• Strong communication skills

Responsibilities

• Provide essential fiscal and administrative support to ITS Administrative & Financial Services
• Perform data entry, account reconciliations, purchasing support, and maintain financial records
• Ensure compliance with Federal, State, and WSU policies and procedures
• Assist in financial operations to support department objectives

Skills

Strong attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Data entry

Account reconciliations

Purchasing support

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Workday ERP

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, finance, or related field

College coursework in accounting, business, finance (15 quarter hours or 10 semester hours)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on:

September 8, 2026

If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.

Available Title(s):

148L-YN_CS_NPS - Fiscal Technician 1

Business Title:

Fiscal Technician

Employee Type:

Classified

Position Details:

The Opportunity:

As the Fiscal Technician 1 , you will provide essential fiscal and administrative support to the Administrative and Financial Services (AFS) team within Information Technology Services (ITS). In this role, you will perform a variety of transactional financial activities, including data entry, account reconciliations, purchasing support, and maintenance of financial records. You will work closely with team members to ensure the accurate and timely processing of financial transactions while supporting the financial operations of the department.

Under close supervision, you will apply established fiscal methods, rules, and procedures to maintain compliance with Federal, State, and Washington State University policies and regulations. Your attention to detail, commitment to accuracy, and ability to follow established processes will contribute to the efficient management of fiscal activities and help support the ongoing operational and strategic objectives of ITS.

Additional Information:

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

Monthly Salary:

$3,195 to $4,201 (Steps A-M) | Range 34 | 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:

• High school graduation or equivalent; typing experience; OR equivalent education/experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Outlook and Word.
• Strong attention to detail and demonstrated accuracy in data entry or financial recordkeeping.
• Strong communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience or coursework in a higher education, governmental, or public sector fiscal environment.
• Familiarity with enterprise financial systems (e.g., Workday or similar ERP).
• Experience processing purchase requests, invoices, or accounts payable transactions.
• Demonstrated written and oral communication skills.
• Completion of college-level coursework in accounting, business, finance, or a closely related field (15 quarter hours or 10 semester hours may substitute for six months of experience).
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, finance, or a related field.

Position Sponsorship Eligibility:

Not eligible for work visa sponsorship

About Department/College/Area/ Campus

https://its.wsu.edu/

Area/College:

Information Technology Services

Department Name:

Administrative & Financial Services

Location:

Pullman, 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

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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