Accounting Analyst

Cheyenne, WY - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 26 - 33

Posted on: 19 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a full-time General Ledger Senior Accountant located in Cheyenne Wyoming. Looking for a challenging accounting position that will make a difference in public service If you are a team player with a growth mindset integrity and a high level of professionalism we want you to join our team! Our organization is seeking a skilled accounting professional to balance reconcile review analyze and report financial information through the trial balance for WYDOTs monthly financial statements annual external audit and the annual comprehensive financial report. You would also assist with maintaining the revenue and accounts receivable tasks within the Financial Services Program to ensure timely and accurate receipts of WYDOT revenue. This is a unique opportunity to put your skills to work for WYDOT and the traveling public in the great state of Wyoming. We look forward to hearing from you!

This position is located in Cheyenne Wyoming the state capital and home to the Wyoming Department of Transportations headquarters. Cheyenne offers the stability and career opportunities of state government employment while maintaining a strong sense of community and a high quality of life. Residents enjoy a low cost of living minimal commute times and access to outdoor recreation including hiking biking fishing and wide-open spaces. Cheyenne also provides a welcoming small-city atmosphere with local events cultural attractions and easy access to both the Front Range and the Rocky Mountains making it an excellent place to live and work.

This position offers: **$2000 Hiring Bonus**See Notes section for eligibility

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

Comprehensive health dental and vision insurance
Paid vacation sick leave FMLA and holidays
Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities
and MUCH MORE!Click here for detailed information or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!

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Human Resource Contact: Stacy Woita or

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

Balances reconciles and analyzes cash revenue and expenditure accounts within multiple funds. Identify research and resolve any discrepancies
Assists with establishing and maintaining financial records including completing various general ledger and revenue-related month-end tasks
Prepares analyzes and interprets financial information and carries out special projects
Write off accounts receivable amounts deemed uncollectible monthly
Research damage repair claims pulling supporting documentation for amounts billed and determine project corrections as needed
Provides backup coverage for review of deposits vendor entry and other tasks as needed
Makes recommendations for policies and methods of improved operations
Reviews corrects and posts journal entriesin WYDOTs PeopleSoft ERP and the State of Wyomings WOLFS accounting systems as applicable.
Contacts field and other programs personnel other State agencies and other entities as needed to resolve issues
Prepares and analyzes reports and worksheets for external auditors and WYDOT personnel; assists external auditors with reports data etc. to complete the annual external audit
Manage user access requests for various revenue applications
Assists where needed in Financial Services including with day-to-day responsibilities and special projects
Assists with research and the reporting of essential property inventory and fuel-related transactions.
Assists in developing evaluating and revising accounting policies and procedures to comply with State and Federal rules and regulations
Implements and enforces state and agency fiscal policies and procedures

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

Preference may be given to candidates with a Bachelors degree in Accounting.
Preference may be given to candidates with PeopleSoft and/or WOLFS experience including the infoAdvantage reporting system.
Preference may be given to candidates with audit and/or governmental financial statement preparation/reporting experience

KNOWLEDGE:

Knowledge and application of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Knowledge of Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) statements
Knowledge of WYDOT policies and procedures related to accounts receivable revenue property and inventory
Knowledge of State of Wyoming Statutes
Knowledge of Federal policies and regulations
Knowledge of IRS guidelines
Knowledge of internal control guidelines and requirements
Knowledge and skill with large computerized accounting/ERP systems including the integration of various modules and flow ofaccountingtransactions
Knowledge and skill in problem solving including using mathematics and/or logic to solve and identify alternative solutions to problems
Knowledge and skill in written and oral communications
Knowledge and skill in decision-making
Knowledge and skill in accounting regarding how transactions post to the general ledger and the effect on governmental financial statements
Knowledge of Excel at an intermediate level
Knowledge and skill in preparing complex journal entries analyzing financial data and reporting financial information.
Ability and willingness to always be learning growing and expanding knowledge in the accounting field
Ability to organize prioritize and work independently

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Bachelors Degree (typically in Finance)

Experience:

0-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in Finance) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Senior Accountant

Education & ExperienceSubstitution:

4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in Finance) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Senior Accountant

Certificates Licenses Registrations:

None

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Primarily in an office environment

NOTES: (This section is used for recruitment purposes.)

FLSA: Non- Exempt
Qualifying eligibility and criteria for the hiring bonus
- Temporary employees accepting a full-time permanent position.
- Current employees accepting a promotional opportunity - recruitment must have been opened to the public.
- One year of service to WYDOT must be completed failure to complete this requirement will forfeit the hiring incentive; funds will be recouped from final pay.
- Internal candidates would be required to remain in the position for a minimum of one (1) year from their promotion date.
- Employees would only be eligible for one (1) hiring bonus in a 12-month period.
- If the employee elects to downgrade through an active recruitment and/or appointment during the twelve (12) month period they would be required to pay the bonus back.
The Wyoming Department of Transportation is a Drug-Free Workplace.
E-Verify: WYDOT usesE-Verify an Internet-based system to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify including your rights and responsibilities.

Supplemental Information

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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.

Required Experience:

Description and FunctionsOpen Until Filled GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a full-time General Ledger Senior Accountant located in Cheyenne Wyoming. Looking for a challenging accounting position that will make a difference in public service If you are...