Fiscal Analyst ; Taxes and Fees

WSLCB Vision

Safe communities for Washington State

Promote public safety, public health, and trust through fair administration and enforcement of liquor, tobacco, cannabis, and vapor laws.

This recruitment is open until filled. First review of applications will be June 5th, 2026 – please apply on or before June 4th, 2026. The hiring authority reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any time.

Fiscal Analyst 1 – Olympia, WA

This position reports to the Beer and Wine Tax Unit Supervisor in the WSLCB Finance Division. The role performs professional entry‑level financial review and analysis of accounting, auditing, and fiscal data in accordance with GAAP, government auditing standards, statutes, or regulations.

Key responsibilities:

• Perform financial review and analysis of accounting, auditing, and fiscal data in accordance with GAAP.
• Monitor, analyze, and process monthly tax reports, track late and missing reports, and contact licensees regarding past‑due Beer and Wine reports.
• Provide clear communication to external customers regarding reporting compliance with tax collection and payment laws, policies, and procedures.
• Serve as the first level responder to the Beer and Wine Tax Unit main contact telephone number, responding to calls and emails.
• Process incoming and returned mail for the Tax and Fee Units.
• Assist licensees with online reporting and payment systems and follow up for education and corrective action.
• Track late and missing tax reports and prepare written notices to inform licensees of compliance requirements.
• Batch and scan reports for indexing to the Enterprise Content Management System.
• Prepare monthly calendar of responsibilities and due dates, distributing it to Beer and Wine Tax Unit staff.
• Send notice to WSLCB Enforcement and Education Division for administrative action.
• Monitor, track, and test Tax and Fee System enhancements.
• Verify accuracy of all Tax and Fee System data input.
• Enter monthly, quarterly, and annual reports into the Tax and Fee Systems.

• A comprehensive benefits package (including medical, dental, vision, long‑term disability, and life insurance).
• Paid vacation, leave, and holidays.
• Tuition waiver for state university/college courses, subject to space availability.
• Tuition reimbursement for approved courses that further career development.
• Training and career development programs, including online courses and Linked In Learning.
• Healthy work/life balance with flexible schedules and telework opportunities when possible.
• Employee Assistance Program (confidential program to promote health, safety, and well‑being).
• Generous wellness program (reimbursements for certain fitness‑related activities).
• Onsite exercise facility for employees working at the WSLCB Headquarters in Olympia.
• Infants at Work Program for eligible new parents or guardians (infants six weeks to six months).
• Free parking.

Experience and education requirements may be met through combinations listed below:

Certifications that may substitute for one year of professional experience:

• Public Accountant
• Internal Auditor
• Certified Government Financial Manager
• Management Accountant

• Knowledge and understanding of tax laws, rules, policies, or procedures.
• Experience with online reporting and payment systems.
• Experience with the Agency Financial…