Accountant

Cheyenne, WY - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 24 - 24

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

About Us: Become a valued member of the Vocational Rehabilitation Fiscal team at the Wyoming Department of Workforce Services (DWS) where your work makes a real difference in communities across the state. At DWS were more than just a workplace; were a team that truly supports one another and were proud to live our mission:Collaborating to support a thriving workforce and economy.

Were currently looking for a detail-oriented motivated Accountant to join our fiscal team. This role is essential in helping us maintain accurate State and Federal accounting and ensuring that payments to vendors and clients are made on time. But you wont be on your own! We offer clear training hands-on mentorship and a team thats always ready to help. If you bring a positive attitude a desire to learn and a sharp eye for detail well give you the tools and support you need to thrive.

Benefits:Working for the State of Wyoming provides employees with a range of valuable benefits and offers a fulfilling career path:

Comprehensive Benefits:Enjoy medical dental vision short-and long-term disability life insurance and ambulance coverage plans. We even take care of Fido with optional pet insurance.
Retirement Plans:Multiple retirement plansincluding a pensionprovide financial security and stability for your future.
Paid Time Off and Flexible Arrangements:Generous paid time off and flexible work arrangements allow you to recharge attend to personal matters and maintain a healthy work-life integration.
Additional Perks:Competitive compensation job security and a supportive work environment.

Living in Wyoming:There are many benefits to living and working in Wyoming including:

Beautiful country with wide-open spacesand clean air
Great recreational activities
No state income tax

EmployeeTestimonials:Our current employees love working for DWS for many reasons:

Supportive Culture:I enjoy getting up each morning knowing that even if the workday is difficult myco-workers and supervisor are supportive and encouraging.
Meaningful Work:Being part of an agency that can make a change in peoples lives. What I do mattersto society. We provide many much-needed services to the public.
Team Collaboration:The friendly atmosphere that lives around us and the sense of teamwork towards the same goal.
Growth & Training: When I started I wasnt sure I had all the skills but the training and support I received made all the difference. Ive grown so much in just my first year here.
Mission-Driven:The mission of the Agency is Collaborating to support a thriving work force and economy. The Department of Workforce Services is crucial to the health of the State.

Human Resource Contact:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.

Payment Processing & Financial Support

Collaborate with team members to prepare accurate and timely payment documents following established accounting policies and procedures.
Support a range of agency-specific processes in WOLFS (Wyoming Online Financial System) including accounts payable transactions travel reimbursements CMS transactions and P-card paymentsalways with an eye toward budget alignment and efficiency.

Vendor Management

Work closely with the team to maintain and enter Vendor Management Forms in WOLFS.
Help keep our Vendor Management tracking sheet current and accurate and ensure staff are promptly informed when vendors are activated with the State of Wyoming.

Cross-Team Support & Compliance

Partner with colleagues to ensure that all program purchases comply with statutory procurement agency and accounting policies.
Serve as a resource for teammates by helping to answer questions and clarify policies and procedures always with professionalism and a solutions-focused approach.
Contribute to maintaining strong internal controls by researching and analyzing financial data in WOLFS and by helping identify and support corrective actions when needed.

Project Collaboration

Assist the Fiscal Manager with a variety of special projects including gathering and analyzing data to support informed decision-making and continuous improvement efforts.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

Our ideal candidate:

Brings a positive attitude to their work and team.
Pays attention to the details that matter
Has a genuine interest in learning and developing professionally

KNOWLEDGE:

While not all of these are required experience or familiarity with the following is helpful:

Basic financial calculations and data analysis
Internal control processes and general accounting practices
Microsoft Excel and computerized accounting systems
Effective communicationboth written and verbal
Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks
Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
The ability to work independently with minimal supervision
A focus on accuracy and following instructions
A mindset open to active learning and applying new information

Dont meet every requirement Thats okay. We understand that everyones path is different. If youre driven detail-oriented and eager to grow in an accounting role we encourage you to apply!

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Bachelors Degree (typically in Finance)

Experience:

0-1 year of progressive work experience (typically in Finance) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Accounting Technician

Education & ExperienceSubstitution:

3-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Finance) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Accounting Technician

Certificates Licenses Registrations:

None

Necessary Special Requirements

NOTES:

FLSA: Non-Exempt
The Wyoming Department of Workforce Services (DWS) uses E-Verify an Internet-based system to confirm all newly hired employees eligibility to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify including your rights and responsibilities.
Former State of Wyoming employees who are rehired within 31 days from their previous employment will be required to reimburse the State of Wyoming for all Vacation and Sick leave compensation received upon separation.
Offers of employment will be contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.
For the Veterans preference consideration supporting documentation must accompany your application.

Supplemental Information

053-Department of Workforce Services - Office of the Director - Fiscal

Clickhere to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

URL: State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.

Description and FunctionsOpen Until FilledGENERAL DESCRIPTION:About Us: Become a valued member of the Vocational Rehabilitation Fiscal team at the Wyoming Department of Workforce Services (DWS) where your work makes a real difference in communities across the state. At DWS were more than just a work...