Accountant 2026-02475

State of Wyoming•Cheyenne, WY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Prepare, process, review, approve, and maintain accurate records of Department financial transactions to support accuracy and transparency in fiscal processing and reporting. The Accountant processes fiscal documents in the State of Wyoming’s WOLFS accounting system, works with Department staff, vendors, and other state agencies to ensure compliance with state accounting practices, audits documents for accuracy, and provides guidance on proper fiscal reporting. The position is also responsible for Department accounts receivable. The role includes processing a range of financial documents, maintaining funds and accounts, reconciling reports, supporting federal financial aid and grant reporting, maintaining insurance company application and certificate-of-authority records, compiling fiscal data, assisting with travel arrangements, responding to inquiries, contributing to budget preparation, and maintaining petty cash in accordance with established policies and procedures. Work is performed in an office setting.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, typically in Finance, with 0–1 year of progressive Finance work experience and acquired knowledge at the Accounting Technician level; alternatively, 3–4 years of progressive Finance work experience with acquired knowledge at the Accounting Technician level.
Knowledge of basic accounting and auditing principles.
Knowledge of Wyoming accounting and travel procedures and the WOLFS accounting system.
Ability to perform fiscal research and design, prepare, and interpret reports.
Ability to work independently, including with little supervision.
Knowledge of Wyoming statutes regarding accounting and insurance company licensing.
Knowledge of state and federal laws, rules, regulations, and statutes.
Effective written and oral communication skills.
Problem-solving skills.
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and Word, and ability to learn new technology.
Organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience with the WOLFS accounting system; preference may be given to applicants with this experience.

Responsibilities

Prepare and process fiscal documents in the WOLFS accounting system, including cash receipts, payment vouchers, refunds, p-card transactions, requisitions, invoices, budget modifications, transfers, encumbrances, cancellations, and contracts.
Maintain Department insurance funds and accounts payable and receivable; prepare and reconcile revenue and expenditure reports.
Report federal financial aid records accurately to state and federal agencies and assist with federal grant applications and reports.
Correspond with industry contacts and maintain company application files during the review process; issue certificates of authority after application approval.
Maintain certificate-of-authority records for insurance companies and update withdrawals and other status changes.
Gather, compile, and evaluate fiscal data, including assessment and budget figures, as requested by Department staff.
Provide travel information and reservation assistance to coworkers.
Respond to telephone calls and written or electronic correspondence from industry contacts, vendors, agencies, and consumers.
Research and compile data for agency budget preparation for the next budget period.
Maintain the petty cash fund according to established policies and procedures.
Ensure compliance with State of Wyoming accounting procedures.
Audit fiscal documents for accuracy and provide guidance on proper fiscal reporting.