Accountant 2025-02979
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Accountant 2025-02979
Salary
$24.78 - $27.53 Hourly
Location
Cheyenne, WY
Job Type
Permanent Full-time
Job Number
2025-02979
Department
Secretary of State
Division
Administrative Services
Opening Date
12/12/2025
Closing Date
Continuous
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Job Classification
FIAC07
Description
Benefits
Questions
Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
This position is one of two roles responsible for the day-to-day fiscal collection and reconciliation of over $70 million each fiscal year. This position performs critical cash-handling, deposit, and reconciliation duties to ensure accurate and timely revenue processing and strong internal controls. This position also provides administrative support to the agency and assists with maintaining the State Rules Database.
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 (https://ai.wyo.gov/for-job-seekers/benefit-information) , or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package! (https://youtu.be/DxeKSDMAjcw?si=90XLWN-kJ1Y0EGfL)
Human Resource Contact: Jen Shirley / 307-777-6385 / jennifer.shirley1@wyo.gov
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed in the job level.
Manages deposit functions and reconciliations. Submits the daily desktop deposit to the State's financial institution , takes cash or foreign monies to the bank for proper deposit, and processes daily credit card reconciliations.
Maintains petty cash per established policy and procedures.
Assists with Pre-Paid Account Deposits (PAD) activation and deactivations, as well as monitors the monthly PAD statements and all outstanding invoices.
Accurately processes a high volume of Accounts Payable (A/P) transactions within the Wyoming Online Financial System (WOLFS/CGI).
Ensures strict adherence to fiscal policy, including verification of all proper signatures and approvals prior to transaction entry.
Applies established accounting procedures and regulations in maintaining financial records and other fiscal documents.
Researches and analyzes data.
Assists with ACH bank returns, deposit corrections, and NSFs.
Assists with the interpretation of Wyoming statutes, rules, and regulations.
Assists agencies with the rule-making process, ensuring timely and accurate information is available to the public.
Assists with fiscal procedures and processes and may recommend methods for improving operations.
Handles incoming calls, provides requested information, redirects callers as necessary, and manages customer email correspondence.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
PREFERENCES:
Preference will be shown to applicants having experience or education in accounting/bookkeeping, along with exceptional customer service skills. Additional preference may be given to applicants with experience in the Wyoming Online Financial System (WOLFS/CGI).
KNOWLEDGE:
Knowledge of internal control processes.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Knowledge of Excel, Word, and Adobe Acrobat.
Knowledge of Wyoming Online Financial System (WOLFS/CGI).
Detail Oriented.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Bachelor's 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
OR
Education & Experience Substitution:
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
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking, standing, bending, carrying light items, driving an automobile, etc.
Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.
NOTES:
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Supplemental Information
Click here (https://ai.wyo.gov/divisions/human-resources/consultative-services/compensation/pay-tables-salary-averages) to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.
URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm
The 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.
Working for the State of Wyoming means more than a job - it's a stable, rewarding career that lets you make a difference while enjoying a great quality of life.
Employees enjoy:
Comprehensive health coverage- medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
Voluntary Benefits- including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
Multiple retirement options- including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security
Generous paid leave and flexible schedules- vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 11 paid holidays each year
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility- for those with qualifying student loans
Training and professional development- to support your career growth and advancement
Employee Assistance Program - Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts
Wellness Program - Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health
WORKING FOR THE GREATEST STATE IN THE NATION - Wyoming offers a lifestyle you can't find anywhere else - wide-open spaces, clean air, friendly communities, year-round recreation, andno state income tax.
Click here for detailed information (https://ai.wyo.gov/for-job-seekers/benefit-information) or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package! (https://youtu.be/DxeKSDMAjcw?si=90XLWN-kJ1Y0EGfL) .
