Grants and Contracts Fiscal Specialist

Grants and Contracts Fiscal Specialist 2

Western Washington University is seeking a Grants and Contracts Fiscal Specialist 2 to provide post-award fiscal guidance, assistance, and administrative support for an assigned group of principal investigators (PIs) in Environmental Science, Anthropology, and Sociology.

About the University:
Western Washington University, with over 14,000 students in seven colleges and the graduate school, is nationally recognized for its educational programs, students and faculty. The campus is located in Bellingham, Washington, a coastal community of 90,000 overlooking Bellingham Bay, the San Juan Islands and the North Cascades Mountain range.

About the Department:
The Research and Sponsored Programs Office supports Western's mission, which states that together with our students, staff, and faculty, we are committed to making a positive impact in the state and the world with a shared focus on academic excellence and inclusive achievement.

The Grants and Contracts Fiscal Specialist 2 will work closely with WWU’s Fiscal Analyst 3, Grant Accountant, and Departmental and College Administration to ensure excellent customer service to PIs. The position is open to Washington State residents and offers the opportunity for remote/hybrid work from the Bellingham campus.

This is a project-employment position ending no later than May 31, 2026.

Required Qualifications:

• Two years of experience at a level equivalent to Fiscal Specialist 1, including experience in maintaining financial records, preparing reports, and assisting with budgets OR an equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the required knowledge and skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work with numerical data accurately.
• Familiarity with budgeting processes and financial recordkeeping systems.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Excel that includes moderately complex formulas, multi-worksheet spreadsheets, and intermediate logic
• Ability to analyze financial data and prepare clear, concise reports.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to work collaboratively with team members and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to follow established procedures and maintain confidentiality in handling financial information.
• Demonstrated commitment and ability to cultivate work environments that are equitable and inclusive for individuals from diverse social identities and backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or closely related field
• Demonstrated experience performing fiscal/budgetary responsibilities in a college or university environment.
• Experience in managing fiscal/budgetary responsibilities for grants, contracts, and/or sponsored programs.

Salary $4,174 - $5,611/month depending on qualifications and experience. Western Washington University (WWU) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

WWU is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request an accommodation, please contact Human Resources Disability Services,  or 711 (Washington Relay).