Fiscal Analyst 5

State of Washington$72K — $98K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Tumwater, WA
Finance & Insurance
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8 years relevant accounting experience including AP/AR and budget preparation.
  • 18 quarter or 12 semester hours in accounting, auditing, or budgeting.
  • 3 years supervisory experience in a fiscal department.
  • Intermediate skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  • Experience analyzing complex financial data.

Responsibilities

  • Provide strategic fiscal leadership to the CFO.
  • Supervise and mentor a team of fiscal professionals.
  • Ensure compliance with GAAP and state regulations.
  • Lead financial planning and process improvement initiatives.
  • Oversee procurement, expenditure, and records retention functions.
  • Serve as a leader for enterprise-wide system initiatives.
  • Analyze complex fiscal issues and develop solutions.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including health and retirement.
  • Supportive work environment emphasizing diversity and growth.
  • Wellness programs with on-site resources.
  • Flexible schedules with telework capabilities.
  • Opportunities for public service fulfillment.
  • Continuous learning support including tuition reimbursement.
  • Free parking and public transportation passes.
Full Job Description
Salary: $6,075.00 - $8,172.00 Monthly
Location : Thurston County - Tumwater, WA
Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number:
Department: Office of the Insurance Commissioner
Division: Operations
Opening Date: 07/13/2026
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
This recruitment will remain open until July 27, 2026. The agency reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any time after the initial screening date on July 20, 2026. It is in the applicant's best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.

The Office of the Insurance Commissioner (OIC) seeks a qualified individual for the Fiscal Analyst 5 position. This role is within the Operations Division and is based out of our Tumwater Office.

About the Position

At the Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner (OIC), our mission is simple but impactful: to protect consumers, the public interest, and our state's economy through fair and efficient regulation of the insurance industry. Our Fiscal Unit plays a vital role in fulfilling that mission by ensuring the agency's financial operations are accurate, transparent, and positioned to support sound decision-making. As our Fiscal Analyst 5, you'll serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, helping guide strategic financial initiatives while leading a talented team committed to operational excellence.

This is more than a fiscal management position-it's an opportunity to influence agency-wide decisions, lead complex financial projects, and help shape the future of state government. You'll oversee critical fiscal functions including accounting, procurement, contracts, records management, and cash receipts while driving continuous process improvement and supporting major enterprise initiatives such as the statewide OneWA implementation. Your expertise will help ensure compliance, strengthen internal controls, and deliver innovative solutions that improve how our agency serves Washingtonians.

We're looking for a collaborative and adaptable leader who enjoys solving complex problems, thrives in a dynamic environment, and has an exceptional eye for detail. The ideal candidate is thorough, analytical, and proactive, with the ability to balance day-to-day operational oversight while leading long-term strategic initiatives. If you're passionate about developing high-performing teams, building strong partnerships across an organization, and making a meaningful impact through public service, we'd love to hear from you.
This recruitment may be used to establish a qualified pool of candidates for Fiscal Analyst 5 vacancies in the next sixty days.
This is a Washington General Service position. The monthly salary range for this position is $6,075 - $8,172.
Benefits & Perks

  • Comprehensive benefits package: Health, dental, vision, retirement, paid leave (vacation, sick, etc.) and much more!
  • Supportive work environment: We value diversity, professional growth, and collaborative atmosphere.
  • Wellness programs: Invest in your well-being with on-site resources and initiatives.
  • Work-life balance: Flexible schedules with telework opportunities.
  • Public service fulfillment: Contribute to a cause that matters and feel the satisfaction of serving the public good.
  • Training & Development: Continuously learn and grow with tuition reimbursement, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and other programs.
  • Free parking (Tumwater) & Public transportation pass (Thurston County): Save on commuting costs.
  • And more! Explore our website for additional benefits: https://www.insurance.wa.gov


Duties
The duties of the position include but are not limited to:
  • Provide strategic fiscal leadership as the principal assistant to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
  • Supervise and mentor a team of fiscal professionals responsible for accounting, procurement, contracts, cash receipts, and records management.
  • Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), the State Administrative & Accounting Manual (SAAM), and applicable state laws, policies, and regulations.
  • Lead agency-wide financial planning, policy development, and process improvement initiatives to strengthen operational effectiveness and internal controls.
  • Oversee the agency's expenditure, procurement, contracting, and records retention functions while ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and accountability.
  • Serve as a key leader for enterprise-wide financial system initiatives, including the statewide OneWA implementation and agency financial system enhancements.
  • Analyze complex fiscal issues, develop innovative solutions, and provide recommendations to executive leadership on financial and operational matters.
  • Coordinate cross-functional projects by partnering with internal divisions, statewide agencies, and external stakeholders to achieve successful outcomes.
  • Prepare and review budget reports, fiscal analyses, revenue projections, fiscal notes, grant applications, and other executive-level financial documents.
  • Foster a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and exceptional customer service while developing and supporting a high-performing fiscal team

Contact Us: For inquiries about this position and its full duties, please contact us at and add the requisition number (e.g., 2026-05748) and the job name to the subject line of your email.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:

Eight (8) years of relevant professional accounting experience* to include accounts payable and receivable, travel expense and reimbursement, grant or contractual reviews, budget preparation and allotment, revenue and expenditures, analyzing complex financial data and other Fiscal related functions.

AND

Successful completion of 18 quarter or 12 semester hours in accounting, auditing, or budgeting. Professional experience may not substitute for the credit hours.

AND

  • Three years of supervisory experience in a professional Fiscal related department to include responsibility for recruiting and selection, performance management and staff professional development. Supervisory experience may be gained at the same time as professional experience.
  • Intermediate Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook skills; able to create, save, preview and print a basic document worksheet, and email; edit and change appearance of selected text, format paragraphs; use page setup and auto-correct.


Academic Degree Equivalency Chart
Degree

Years of Relevant Experience Equivalency

Associate's Degree

2 years of experience

Bachelor's Degree

4 years of experience

Master's Degree

6 years of experience
*A degree in a financial related field from an accredited institution whose accreditation is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council of Higher Education Accreditation, or a foreign equivalent may be substituted for relevant experience. Proof of degree may be required prior to employment. If a degree was awarded outside of the United States, candidates must provide a credential evaluation report. Certification as a Public Accountant, Internal Auditor, Certified Governmental Financial Manager or Management Accountant can be substituted year for year for professional experience.
Preferred/Desired Qualifications:
  • Formal project management training and/or certification.
  • Experience implementing enterprise-wide initiatives in a government setting.
  • Experience soliciting, developing, and implementing process improvement strategies.
  • Experience using project management software to include tools such as flow charting, project tracking, mapping and/or visual design.

Ready to join us?

Learn more about the OIC by visiting our website. We encourage you to check out our video below and listen to what our employees have to say about working here!
Submit your application today and take the first step towards a rewarding career at the OIC!

Cover Letter: Required

Resume: Required
Transcripts: Required
Supplemental Information
  • Wage/salary depends on qualifications or state rules of compensation (if currently a state employee).

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