Accounting Analyst

Cheyenne, WY - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

About Us

Join the dynamic fiscal team at the Wyoming Department of Workforce Services (DWS) as an Accounting Analyst! DWS is dedicated to Wyoming. Our mission - Collaborating to support a thriving workforce and economy - and our vision - Leading workforce innovation and investing in the employee development today for a stronger tomorrow - are reflected in the communities and people we serve every day.

This role is an important part of keeping our operations on track especially when it comes to State and Federal accounting and managing grants. Were looking for someone whos detail oriented confident with accounting principles understands the ins and outs of grants and compliance and brings a sharp eye for detail. A positive attitude and a love for learning are a big plus! If youre excited to be part of a supportive flexible and fun team youll feel right at home in our Cheyenne office.

Employee Testimonials

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 my co-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.

Autonomy and Support:I am able to work somewhat autonomously but have immediate access to help if and when I need it.

Mission-Driven:The mission of the Agency is Collaborating to support a thriving workforce and economy. The Department of Workforce Services is crucial to the health of the State.

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 communitiesand MUCH MORE!

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

Apply in-depth knowledge of State and Federal governmental accounting principles concepts practices and methods.
Review and approve expenditures in the state accounting system WOLFS.
Prepare federal and state expenditure reports and ensure compliance with grant regulations.
Prepare budget information for grant applications perform budget modifications and track expenditures against grants and programs.
Prepares and submits complex expense allocations for the department (ex Motor Pool Telecom Central Mail and IT).
Reconcile financial reports revenue cash receipts and budgets in WOLFS.
Communicates with vendors and fiscal programs to resolve budgetary invoice and voucher issues in a timely manner.
Act as a subject matter expert assisting accounting staff to resolve issues and errors; provide training on payment processing and fiscal duties.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

The ideal candidate will:

Possess a positive attitude
Demonstrate strong attention to detail
Have a desire to learn and grow within the role
Have experience using the WOLFS state accounting system
Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills such as proficiency in pivot tables lookup functions and data analysis

KNOWLEDGE:

Knowledge of principles concepts practices methods and techniques of State and Federal governmental accounting fiscal controls and fiscal accounting.
Knowledge of and ability to create and edit programs and use of office software programs such as Excel Access Word PowerPoint etc.
Knowledge of State Accounting Systems (WOLFS).
Skills in time management and workload prioritization.
Skills in analysis and decision-making.
Skills in problem-solving.
Ability to analyze financial reports and identify errors.
Ability to train personnel in various programs and accounting systems.
Ability to work effectively with staff in the Division Department and other state and federal agencies.

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

NOTES:

FLSA: Non-Exempt
The Wyoming Department of Workforce Services (DWS) uses E-Verify an Internet-based system to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about including your rights and responsibilities.
For the Veterans preference consideration supporting documentation must accompany your application.
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.

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.

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Description and FunctionsOpen Until FilledGENERAL DESCRIPTION:About UsJoin the dynamic fiscal team at the Wyoming Department of Workforce Services (DWS) as an Accounting Analyst! DWS is dedicated to Wyoming. Our mission - Collaborating to support a thriving workforce and economy - and our vision - L...