Director, Financial Reporting and Analysis Services

Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on: May 31, 2026 If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details. Available Title(s): 1155-NN_ADMINPRO - Director Business Title: Director, Financial Reporting and Analysis Services Employee Type: Admin. Professional Position Details: The Opportunity: As the Director of Financial Reporting and Analysis Services, you step into a senior finance leadership role where you drive the system‑wide strategy, governance, and continual advancement of Washington State University’s financial reporting, analytics, and forecasting functions. Reporting to the Executive Director/Controller, you deliver forward‑looking financial insight that helps executive leadership anticipate trends, forecast outcomes, and make informed decisions that support long‑term financial sustainability. You oversee the preparation of accurate, timely quarterly and annual financial statements, conduct comprehensive analysis of financial performance, and lead proactive, scenario‑based forecasting to surface risks and opportunities. Your work informs executive leadership, the Board of Regents, credit rating agencies, and state oversight entities, demanding exceptional technical expertise, analytical rigor, and sound professional judgment. A major part of your impact comes from leading transformational change in how the University leverages data and technology to strengthen financial insight and decision support. You serve as a strategic advisor to senior finance leadership, advancing the use of Workday and related systems to shift the institution from compliance‑focused reporting to integrated, automated, insight‑driven analytics, including dashboards and self‑service tools. You lead complex analyses, develop key performance metrics, and sponsor cross‑functional initiatives that enhance forecasting accuracy, reporting efficiency, and the overall maturity of financial analytics. You also build strong partnerships across campuses and with external stakeholders, while leading and developing a high‑performing team that champions accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement. Additional Information: This is a full time ( 100% FTE), permanent position. This position is overtime exempt. Monthly Salary: $8,342 - $13,317 | Commensurate with experience and qualifications. In accordance with RCW 49.58.110 , the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position. Benefits: WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts; training and development; and employee tuition waiver. For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for AP staff and Total Compensation . Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in accounting or other related fields and six (6) years of progressively responsible relevant experience, including at least three (3) years of managerial experience. Any combination of relevant education and professional experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis. A Master’s degree in a related field may be substituted for up to one (1) year of the required experience. Education and experience can be tailored to fit the specific organizational entity/directorial assignment. Demonstrated expertise in financial reporting and analysis principles and practices including preparation of quarterly and annual financial reports, and management of external audits, and compliance with federal and state regulations. Demonstrated experience designing, implementing, or modernizing financial reporting and analytics solutions, including leveraging a university ERP system (such as Workday) and related reporting tools. Proven ability to lead and manage financial reporting and analysis functions within a complex organization. Demonstrated leadership capabilities, including strategic and critical thinking, sound judgement, accountability, integrity, humility, and the ability to lead through change. Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences. Demonstrated ability to work coll