L&I Fiscal Analyst 2

State of Washington

Olympia, WA

Apply

JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$51,136–$71,472 Per Year

SKILLS

Accounting, Administrative Skills, Aged Care, Auditing, Budgeting, Childcare, Collective Bargaining, Compensation and Benefits, Consulting, Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, Diversity, Driver's License, Electricity, Employee Benefits, Establish Priorities, Facebook, Federal Laws and Regulations, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Audit, Financial Management, Flexible Spending Accounts, Funding, General Ledger Accounting, Government, HRIS/HRMS, Health Maintenance, Healthcare, Human Resources, Human Resources Processes, Industrial Hygiene, LinkedIn, Management Consulting, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Product Family, Microsoft Word, Military, Nonprofit, Payroll Administration, Payroll Software/Services, Problem Solving Skills, Process Development, Radio Advertising, Reconciliation, Retirement Plan, SAP ECC (fka SAP R/3 and SAP ERP), Safety/Work Safety, State Laws and Regulations, Student Loans, Talent Management, Twitter, Use Tax, Willing to Travel, Work From Home

LOCATION

Olympia, WA

POSTED

Today

Salary : $51,136.00 - $71,472.00 Annually
Location : Thurston County - Tumwater, WA
Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
Job Number: 2026-04464
Department: Dept. of Labor & Industries
Division: Office of Human Resources - Payroll & Benefits
Opening Date: 05/29/2026
Closing Date: 6/8/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Description
Our Mission: Keep Washington Safe and Working!Our Values: Customer Focus, One L&I, Respect, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Learning and Growth, Reliability
Come bring your passion for accounting to this role and help contribute to Keep Washington Safe and Working!

This position is designated as the lower-level Fiscal Analyst responsible for assisting the higher-level Fiscal Analysts in adjusting employee retirement accounts, employee benefits records, making general ledger adjustments, overpayment calculations and assisting with processing shared leave for the agency.

The Fiscal Analyst 2 works under general supervision of the Fiscal Analyst 5. This position will also assist with various general ledger reconciliations as needed and Fiscal Year End preparation. This position will also assist in processing travel, moving expenses, tuition and electrical vehicle reimbursements. This position will work with payroll and benefit processors on the impact of benefits eligibility, time and attendance records, seniority date tracking, and other changes made to employee records as they relate to general ledgers.

The incumbent of this position will prioritize their workload in accordance with the tasks given to them and requires little supervision to accomplish their tasks. This position will assist their supervisor in updating processes and procedures where needed and creating processes where none exist.

This position supports the agency mission of Keeping Washington Safe & Working by providing and modeling exemplary customer service to our employees, minimizing time spent on administrative tasks and maximizing the time spent on resolving problems which may have a direct impact on employees or the finances of L&I.
For this position, telework is dependent upon business needs and supervisor approval.
The assigned duty station for this position is Tumwater, Washington.

For positions where in-office work is necessary, the frequency of telework will be discussed with the supervisor of the position at the time of offer.

Duties
Some of what you'll do:

Process employee garnishments and keying them into the HRMS system
Overpayment Tracking & Processing
Consults with other state agencies as needed to make necessary adjustments to employee records
Coordinate Shared leave including document preparation and processing shared leave donations
Assist with Retirement Account inquiries including auditing, reviewing, adjusting errors and inconsistencies in retirement benefit amounts
Assist with payroll cutoff and process actions in HR systems
Provide support to the Fiscal Analyst 5 (FA5) for Fiscal Year End and Quarterly Filings

Note: Please ask for the Position Description Form (PDF) to review the full list of job duties for this position.
Qualifications
Required:

Three years of professional accounting, auditing, budgeting or finance experience or other related professional experience.

Includes progressively increased responsibility
Work experience communicating complex concepts verbally and in writing
Work experience reconciling

OR
Education with a focus on accounting, finance, business or related field may substitute year for year.
Required Equity Competencies:
• The ability to take action to learn and grow.
• The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.

Desired:
• One (1) year of experience working in a State of Washington personnel or payroll office with month 6 - 12 months experience running reports and processing payroll in the SAP/HRMS ERP personnel/payroll system.
• Demonstrated familiarity with State of Washington civil service rules and collective bargaining agreement provisions.
• Professional experience preparing, reconciling, and analyzing general ledger entries.
• Professional experience in financial data analysis
• Professional experience in collecting overpayments.
• Ability to interpret and apply state and federal rules and regulations as they relate to overpayments, garnishments, and employee benefits.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft applications such as Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Supplemental Information
Things you should know:

To help you maintain a proper work-life balance, teleworking is one of the work schedule options for this position. L&I also offers flexible custom work schedules.

State employees who meet the qualifications will become eligible for a generous retirement package at the end of the employee's career. Click on the "Benefits" tab to learn more.

At L&I, your voice matters. In addition, L&I is a diverse state agency dedicated to the safety and health and security of Washington's 3.3 million workers. Take a look at this and learn more about why L&I is an employer of choice.
To receive more information on opportunities at L&I sign up for GovDelivery and select L&I job alerts.
Application process:

We will contact the top candidates directly to interview for this position. Because we base the selection on information provided by you, it is in your best interest to identify the knowledge, skills, and abilities that address the required and desirable qualifications described in the announcement.

Please include the following documents with your application:

A describing specific qualifications.
A current detailing applicable experience and education.
A list of at least three professional references with current telephone numbers.

Please do not attach or place any medical information (vaccination status included) within the application, resume, or cover letter. If you do, we will have to reject your application to safeguard others from receiving your confidential information. You will have to remove the confidential information before you can apply again.

To learn more about our hiring process timeline at L&I please visit our L&I recruiting page at . If you would like to read our website in a language other than English, scroll up to the top of the page to select your language of choice from the banner.
Background Check Notice

Prior to a placement in this position, a background check, including criminal history record will be conducted. Information from your background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining your eligibility to perform the requirements of the position.
Other information

For positions requiring travel, you must have a valid unrestricted driver's license and have insurance if driving a privately owned vehicle on state business.
This position is represented bytheWashington Federation of State Employees (WFSE).
Candidates who are offered a job with L&I must possess work authorization that does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa now or in the future.
The Department of Labor & Industries complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements of the federal employment eligibility verification form, I-9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements of that form on the first day of employment.
Please note: L&I may use this announcement to fill multiple permanent and/or non-permanent positions.

Did You Know?

Washington is to live, play, and work, according to U.S. News (2021). Join the L&I team and enjoy all the Evergreen State has to offer.

In addition to offering a positive balance between life and work, L&I provides one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation. We also believe your voice matters. We value our employees and their work-life balance by encouraging flexible schedules. L&I is a diverse state agency dedicated to the safety and health and security of Washington's 3 million workers.
Veterans Preference
Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference should attach to their application a copy of their DD-214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs. Please blackout any personally identifiable data such as Social Security number and Date of Birth. For further information, contact L&I's
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Employer

L&I employees come from all walks of life. We strive to hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

We believe in the importance of recognizing the value each of us contribute to the success of the agency mission. Having a diverse workforce is this agency's greatest resource of strength and knowledge. It is through the combination of talents and abilities that we can pursue finding effective measures to provide the best customer service. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone and we strongly mean everyone.

The State of Washington is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with a disability who need accommodation in the application process or testing process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, may call 360-902-5700. TTY users should first call 711 to access the Washington Relay Service.
You are welcome to include the name and pronoun you would like to be referred to in your materials, and we will honor this as you interact with our award-winning diverse and inclusive organization.
For more Information

If you have any questions regarding this job posting, program, or the agency, please contact Elena Emery at or
More than Just a Paycheck!
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

Read about our benefits:
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.

Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.

Insurance Benefits
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.

Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.

To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.

Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.

Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.

The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.

Retirement and Deferred Compensation
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Social Security
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness
If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Holidays
Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.

Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.

Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.

Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.

Sick Leave
Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.

Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

Vacation (Annual Leave)
Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.

Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.

Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

As provided in , an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.

Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.

Military Leave
Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.

Bereavement Leave
Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.

Additional Leave
Leave Sharing

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Leave Without Pay

Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.

Updated 01-07-2026
01

How did you learn of this employment opportunity?

WorkSource Center or Website (WorkSourceWA.com)
L&I Talent Management Consultant
L&I Employee
Professional/Personal Network
Monster
College/University Website/Career Fair
LinkedIn
Facebook
Verg
Craigslist
Indeed
Twitter
Job Fair (Military)
Career Fair
EHS Careers
American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA)
Radio Advertisement
Newspaper/Magazine
L&I Website
Other

02

If you indicated "Other" please specify where you heard about this position.
03

Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for an immigration-related employment benefit?

04

PLEASE READ THE BELOW AND TYPE YOUR INITIALS IN RESPONSE TO ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THESE STATEMENTS.
• I will NOT attach or place any medical information within the application, resume, or cover letter. If I do, I understand that it will be rejected and I may be provided an opportunity to apply again without including my confidential health information, while the posting is still open and applications are being accepted.
• I will not share my medical information with hiring managers or interview panels.

05

To be considered for this opportunity we require you to attach a resume and cover letter. Have you attached both documents?

06

How much fiscal or related experience do you possess?

I don't possess this experience
I possess less than 1 year of this experience
I possess between 1-2 years of this experience
I possess between 2-3 years of this experience
I possess 3 or more years of this experience

07

Have you successfully completed at least 12 semester or 18 quarter hours of college credit accounting coursework?

L&I Fiscal Analyst 2

State of Washington

Olympia, WA

About the Company

State of Washington

Resume Resources

Similar Job Searches