Salary : $72,900.00 - $98,064.00 Annually
Location : Thurston County - Lacey, WA
Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number:Department: Dept. of Social and Health Services
Division: DVR
Opening Date: 07/20/2026
Closing Date: 7/27/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Salary Information: The high end of the salary range, Step M is typically a longevity step
Description DSHS DVR - Fiscal Analyst 5Make an impact as DVR's Senior Fiscal LeadDVR's mission is to support Washingtonians with disabilities in achieving employment and independence. As our Fiscal Analyst 5, you will serve as the senior technical expert and lead worker for the Finance & Budget Unit - guiding fiscal operations that directly support services statewide. This role is ideal for a seasoned fiscal professional who thrives in complex federal grant environments, enjoys mentoring others, and wants to shape financial practices that ensure accuracy, accountability, and compliance across the division.
Some of what you'll do:Lead & Support the Fiscal Team- Provide daily guidance, assign tasks, and oversee workflow.
- Review and validate fiscal work for accuracy, compliance, and alignment with policy.
- Mentor and train staff, model professional standards, and support continuous improvement.
Manage DVR's Largest Federal Grant- Monitor the Basic Support Grant and its state match, ensuring accurate coding, tracking, and reconciliation.
- Prepare quarterly federal reports and conduct detailed grant analyses.
- Process complex adjusting journal vouchers and maintain systems that ensure fiscal accuracy.
Strengthen Fiscal Operations & Compliance- Manage AFRS table edits and maintain DVR's chart of accounts.
- Review leases and leasehold improvements for compliance with federal and state requirements.
- Support internal and external audits, OFM appropriation monitoring, and annual aggregate reporting.
Drive Process Improvement & Training- Develop and maintain fiscal processes, internal controls, and Standard Operating Procedures.
- Deliver training to staff on fiscal topics to build technical knowledge and consistency.
- Contribute to special projects that enhance DVR's financial operations.
Who should apply?We are searching for professionals with:
- Bachelor's degree with 18 quarter or 12 semester credits in accounting, auditing, or budgeting and four to five years of relevant professional experience.
OR- A master's degree in a financial field or certification as a Public Accountant, Internal Auditor, Certified Governmental Financial Manager, or Management Accountant.
Note: Professional experience may substitute for education, but not usually for credit hours.
Preferred knowledge, skills, and abilities:- Understanding of OFM, SAAM, and GAAP rules and regulations.
- Excellent working knowledge of AFRS, Enterprise Reporting, and AFRS Toolbox.
- Advanced Excel skills (complex spreadsheets, data imports, pivot tables).
- Ability to independently analyze data and present findings clearly.
- Demonstrated fiscal accountability and adherence to regulations.
- Strong ethics, integrity, and continual learning.
- Ability to work within a motivated, high performing team.
- Ability to interpret and apply codes, laws, rules, and regulations.
- Ability to make accurate mathematical calculations and correct errors.
Interested? Apply today!A complete application includes:
- An updated resume
- A cover letter describing your interest in this role
- A transcript showing the required accounting, auditing, or budgeting credits
- Three professional references with contact information
Questions? Please reach out to DSHS Recruiter Ricky Luna at and reference job number
#05914The Department of Social and Health Services' (DSHS) vision that people find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency's vision that you bring a fairness, access, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to support all Washingtonians, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.
Supplemental InformationPrior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may 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 job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.
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- I have a bachelor's degree that includes at least 18 quarter or 12 semester credits in accounting, auditing, or budgeting, and I have four or more years of relevant professional experience.
- I have a master's degree in a financial field.
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