Fiscal Analyst 4 (FA4)

**Fiscal Analyst 4 (FA4)** **Recruitment #2026-7-5470Full-time, Permanent, Represented position (WFSE)Location: Northwest Region- Sedro Woolley, WA** **Work Hours and Partial Telework flexibility may be available and considered** **Relocation Compensation may be available and consideredSalary: $5,506.00 - $7,399.00 Monthly** **Want to join something GREAT and make a difference?** The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has an exciting opportunity within the Northwest Region as a **Fiscal Analyst 4 (FA4).** Are you motivated by complexity? Do you have a keen eye for details? DNR is looking for a driven individual to join our team as a Fiscal Analyst 4 in the Northwest Region. This position is the key budget analyst for the region’s management team, analyzing activities and working with program managers to update spending plans, accounting distribution, researching, and reporting on trends. The position also supports the managers in budget variance analysis and status reporting as required. To be successful in this role, the incumbent must be able to interact and communicate well with a wide range of employees, contractors, and the Office of Financial Management. The incumbent must also be able to focus in a very busy environment, as they are responsible for analyzing discrepancies. **Responsibilities:** - Develops and analyzes the region's fiscal year and/or biennial dollar budgets for all program areas. - Serve as a region consultant on fiscal issues, ensuring compliance with purchasing authorities and mandatory state contracts; and implementing policies, rules, and administrative regulations. - Develop reports and graphs from multiple agency sources to track and analyze financial trends. - Analyzes accounting systems and trends, conducts informal audits, and advises about current financial status and any changes needed to meet state, federal, agency policy, bargaining agreement requirements, and/or to improve business practices. - Trains, develops, and supervises the region’s fiscal staff in accounting systems, methods, and reporting. - Consult with fire program managers and staff to review accounting practices and compliance with fire guide pay provisions. **Required Qualifications:** *You must meet all the Required Qualifications and Competencies to be considered for this position. There are multiple pathways to meet qualifications, such as education, volunteer work, life skills, and experience. It is important that you clearly communicate in your application material that your skills align with the position and qualifications.* - Five (5) years of relevant experience in accounting, budgeting, finance, or payroll; OR a combination of relevant experience and/or education. - At least one (1) year of leadership experience overseeing projects, programs, or supporting small teams. - Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. - Familiar with business intelligence/analysis systems such as Smartsheet, Tableau, Oracle, SAP, or equivalent. - Experience in preparing financial reports and statements. - Experience performing a variety of complex accounting and financial tasks. **Required Competencies:** - Oversee AP, AR, and payroll accounting activities across multiple programs. - Ensure accuracy of financial statements, including AP accruals, AR balances, and payroll liabilities. - Implement and maintain internal controls for AP, AR, and payroll processes. - Serve as a systems expert and support integrations, data governance, and system configuration. - Oversee reconciliation processes, including clearing accounts, suspense accounts, and payroll benefits. - Guide others in ethical accounting practices and risk management. - Brief senior leaders on accounting issues, risks, and financial implications. - Lead cross-functional teams on initiatives. - Coordinate audit responses and ensure documentation meets audit standards. - Commitment to fostering and supporting an environ…