Salary: $74,292.00 - $113,372.00 Annually
Location : Thurston County - Tumwater, WA
Job Type: Exempt
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: WSAC 10-2026
Department: Washington Student Achievement Council
Division: Admin Services
Opening Date: 07/14/2026
Closing Date: 7/24/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

About the Division

The Finance team supports WSAC's mission and goals by providing sound financial and business management, guidance and analysis to our customers and by developing policies and procedures that ensure fiscal compliance and a strong internal control environment.

About the Position

Under the administrative direction of the Director of Financial and Business Services (Chief Financial Officer), this position uses independent judgment to provide expert level analysis and recommendations to management and customers to ensure the successful implementation and maintenance of agency and statewide financial management activities. Additionally, this position is responsible for overseeing the accurate and efficient operations of various functions including general ledger reconciliations, accounts payable, travel and related expenditures, accounts receivable, cash receipts, federal grant accounting and draws, asset accounting, internal controls, and year-end closing activities.
Duties

Some of what you will be doing.

• Provide leadership and oversight for all agency accounting activities.
• Review and approve payments and journal vouchers and perform reconciliations for general ledger accounts. Ensure accounting transactions are complete and accurate.
• Supervise accounting staff and provide training and guidance on accounting issues, state and agency policies, rules, procedures, and systems.
• Coordinate the agency's fiscal year-end closing processes in coordination with the OFM Statewide Accounting unit. Prepare state and federal disclosure forms.
• Process federal grant drawdowns for reimbursement.
• Lead business process transformation efforts within WSAC such as the implementation of the state's new financial system (WorkDay).
• Ensure that internal controls are effectively implemented with agency business processes.
• Develop policies and procedures, as necessary, that comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and the OFM State Administrative and Accounting Manual (SAAM).
• Create and maintain effective working relationships with internal customers to address evolving business needs.

Qualifications
Required Education and Experience

One of the following:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Public Administration, Finance, or closely related field.

OR

• Equivalent combination of education and professional experience that demonstrates the required competencies.

OR

• One year of experience as a Fiscal Analyst 5 (or higher).

In addition, applicants must have:

• Four years of progressively responsible professional accounting or financial management experience.
• Three years of supervisory or lead experience overseeing accounting staff or financial operations.
• Three years of experience using AFRS, Enterprise Reporting, or comparable statewide financial systems.
• Working knowledge of GAAP and the OFM State Administrative & Accounting Manual (SAAM).
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.

Core Competencies

The successful candidate should demonstrate the following:

• Critical Thinking: In the absence of clear guidelines or information, use judgment and critical thinking to infer appropriate meaning and form conclusions necessary to resolve the problem or issue.
• Analysis: Use data and information in a clear and rational thought process to access and understand issues, evaluate options, form accurate conclusions and make decisions.
• Accountability: Accept personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work. Can be relied upon to achieve excellent results with little need for oversight. Meet productivity standards, deadlines and work schedules. Stay focused on tasks in spite of distractions and interruptions. Do not make excuses for errors or problems; acknowledge and correct mistakes.
• Fiscal Accountability: Responsibly and accurately handle the public's money when processing financial transactions and/or committing fiscal resources. Consistently follow applicable fiscal guidelines, regulations, principles, and standards.
• Analyze Financial Reports: Analyze and interpret financial reports in order to adjust entries, correct discrepancies and prepare documents.
• Workload Management: Effectively organize multiple assignments, sometimes of a complex nature or involving competing priorities, to produce work products that are accurate, thorough, and on time. Remain acutely aware of timeframes and successfully meet deadlines. If deadlines are in jeopardy, appropriately seek assistance or guidance from the lead worker, supervisor, or manager. Effectively handle competing priorities and urgent situations, making sound decisions within short timeframes, and taking appropriate action.
• Adaptability/Flexibility: Adapt easily to changing business needs, conditions and work responsibilities. Adapt approach, goals and methods to achieve successful solutions and results in dynamic situations. Cope well and help others deal with the ongoing demands of change; proactively embrace change as a way to accomplish goals more effectively; see the benefit and inspire others to accept change.
• Written Communication: Effectively convey ideas and information in writing using language that is appropriate to both the complexity of the topic and the knowledge and understanding of the reader. Compose clear, direct and succinct written messages that effectively convey ideas or information to the intended reader. Recognize when language requires adjustment to achieve understanding by differing readers and easily reword messages accordingly.
• Interpersonal Influence: Display a positive attitude and optimism about the work to be done, co-workers, customers, management, and employer policies. Influence others to approach issues positively (e.g., see issues as "challenges or opportunities" rather than "problems"; the glass is half full rather than half empty). Influence others within the organization to be excited, enthused, and committed to furthering the organization's objectives.

Preferred/Desired Education, Experience and Competencies

• Experience implementing enterprise-wide initiatives in a government setting.
• Experience soliciting, developing, and implementing process improvement strategies.

Supplemental Information

To be considered for this position, you must possess the required qualifications listed above. Find this job posting and complete your profile at . A complete application package includes:

1. Letter of Application. A letter of application that addresses how you meet the required education and experience described in this announcement. Applications with generic cover letters will be considered nonresponsive and may be eliminated from further consideration.
2. Resume. A detailed resume including all educational and professional experience.
3. References. A list of names, titles, and current telephone numbers of three (3) employment references.
4. Your responses to the supplemental questions.

Please note:Prior to a new hire, a background check, including criminal record history, will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
QUESTIONS?
For questions about this recruitment, email [email protected].
More than Just a Paycheck!
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

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The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.

Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.

Insurance Benefits
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.

Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.

To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.

Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.

Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.

The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.

Retirement and Deferred Compensation
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Social Security
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness
If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Holidays
Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.

Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.

Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules