Fiscal Analyst ; FA

Fiscal Analyst 1 (FA1)

Recruitment #2026-6-2131. Full‑time, permanent, represented position (WPEA).

Location:

Olympic Region – Forks, WA.

Work hours:

flexibility may be available and considered.

Salary: $4,108.00 – $5,506.00 monthly.

• Process payroll and benefits, fiscal accounting & analysis; accounts payable, journal voucher, accounts receivable, and enter monthly equipment reports (MERs).
• Maintain bulk fuel inventory files and analyze data from reports to look for outliers.
• Assist with annual inventory/equipment count and database reconciliation, including updates and transfers to database records.
• Provide backup for Fiscal Analyst 1 and Fiscal Analyst 2 during absences to ensure problems are resolved, functions and deadlines are met, and critical or time‑sensitive work is completed.

• One year of relevant experience in accounting, budgeting, finance, or payroll; or a combination of relevant experience and/or education.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Proficiency using a ten‑key calculator.

• Analyze and interpret financial reports.
• Collect and organize financial data in accordance with prescribed guidance.
• Prioritize tasks by importance and urgency to meet obligations.
• Organize files and maintain accuracy with attention to detail.
• Understand basic accounting procedures such as journal entries, debits/credits, and preparing supporting documentation.
• Apply internal policies and external regulations, including GAAP.
• Communicate effectively in written and verbal formats.
• Function in a high‑performing team.
• Commit to diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice practices.
• Perform duties consistently with applicable laws, regulations, and public records retention requirements.
• Core competencies:
  
  personal accountability, value others, compassionate communication, inspire others, commitment to excellence.

• Position is in a shared office setting at the Olympic Region office in Forks, WA.
• Travel is minimal; occasional travel for training or voluntary participation in fire activity may be required.

• Associate degree with accounting, auditing, or budget management credits.
• Experience using Washington state financial systems such as HRMS State Payroll System, AFRS, FES, and/or Natur
  
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• Experience with Workday or similar ERP systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Teams and Power BI.
• Experience researching, interpreting, and explaining WACs, collective bargaining agreements, agency policy and procedures, and other applicable regulations.

• Commitment to organizational health and wellness.
• Work/life balance.
• DNR Employee Resource Groups focusing on diversity, equity, inclusion, women, and veterans.
• Leadership that empowers and supports employees.
• Professional and educational development opportunities.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility.
• Opportunities to participate in wildland fire suppression assignments.
• Comprehensive benefits package including employer contributions toward health insurance, paid holidays, retirement plans, sick leave, and vacation days.

The Washington State Department of Natural Resources is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation, and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons over forty years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.