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Accountant
Job Location:
Job Location:
Cheyenne, WY - USA
Hourly Salary:
USD 27 - 28
Hourly Salary:
Posted:
29 September 2026 (3 days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
27 December 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
- Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Office of State Lands and Investments (OSLI) an agency committed to effectively managing natural resources and funds for current and future generations seeks an Accountant in the Administrative Services Division. This position provides fiscal support related to land management procedures and administration including knowledge of applicable rules regulations and statutes related to the management of approximately 3.5 million acres of State Trust Land. Our culture will provide you with the opportunity for professional growth and a diverse experience that will help you further your career.
This Accountant position assists the Principal Accountant with the processing and maintenance of revenue and expenditure activities for OSLI. This position is responsible for revenue collection and distributions for OSLI which averages approximately $200 million annually for the trust beneficiaries. These revenue streams include Annual Grazing Lease Payments Excess Grazing Rentals Temporary and Special Use Permits Surface Impact Payments Right-of-ways/Easements Forestry Timber Slash and Bond payments and Mineral Royalty and Lease payments.
This position is located in Cheyenne Wyoming. Cheyenne is a full-service community home to over 60000 residents. Cheyenne is near four-season outdoor recreation areas including the Snowy Range and the Medicine Bow National Forest home to world-class rock addition the location provides convenient access to the Colorado Front Range communities including Fort Collins and Denver and Denver International Airport. Wyoming is one of only seven states with no state income tax.
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
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility
Retirement - Pension and 457(b) 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 oryou can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!
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Human Resource Contact: Ryan Scheer
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.- Organizes prepares and processes cash receipts in the state accounting system Wyoming Online Financial System (WOLFS).
- Processes department WOLFS (State Accounting System i.e. WOLFS) documents for A/P and A/R to include encumbrances voucher payable agency refunds revenue modifications etc.
- Responsible for vendor maintenance in WOLFS.
- Prepares and processes agency purchasing card payments.
- Processes payments for disbursement requests.
- Ensures internal control of work in the unit or division.
- Researches and analyzes data.
- Prepares analyzes and interprets fiscal information and may carry out special studies.
- Recommends fiscal policy and methods for improving operations.
- Maintains and manages fixed and non-fixed assets in WOLFS tracks physical inventory and prepares inventory reports.
- Ensures statutory compliance by internal and external stakeholders.
- Provides annual activity reports to the State Auditors Office for the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) as requested.
- Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE:- Knowledge of purchasing procedures.
- Knowledge of internal control processes.
- Knowledge of procurement procedures.
- Skills utilizing Microsoft Office Suite specifically Word and Excel.
- Skills in effective oral and written communication.
- Skills in critical thinking and analysis with the ability to solve problems.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize duties based on established deadlines.
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 TechnicianOREducation & ExperienceSubstitution:3-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Finance) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Accounting TechnicianCertificates Licenses Registrations:None- Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:- Typical office environment with periods of sitting or standing at a computer workstation.
NOTES:- FLSA: Non-Exempt
- Supplemental Information
060-Office of State Lands and Investments - Administrative Services Division
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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.
