Accounting Analyst 2026-02451

State of Wyoming•Cheyenne, WY

32d•Onsite

About The Position

The Office of State Lands and Investments (OSLI) is seeking an Accounting Analyst in its Grants and Loans section. This role is part of a team serving the public through the Grants and Loan Division. The Accounting Analyst, also referred to as a Community Loan Officer, is the primary contact for the State Revolving Fund (SRF) loan programs. This position is responsible for assisting in the administration of the federal-based SRF program, ensuring all loan applicants and projects comply with federal requirements. The role involves providing assistance to communities applying for SRF funding, collaborating with federal and state agencies, and performing various duties to complete the accounting and legal document processes required for the SRF program, which are ultimately reported to the Environmental Protection Agency. This position is located in Cheyenne, Wyoming.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree (typically in Finance)
0-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in Finance) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Senior Accountant OR 4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in Finance) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Senior Accountant
Knowledge of State Personnel Rules and associated federal laws.
Knowledge of state statutes, policies, and regulations.
Knowledge of federal grant regulations.
Knowledge of the legislative procedures and requirements.
Knowledge and understanding of lending principles and practices.
Knowledge of the construction industry, including billing practices.
Knowledge of internal controls over accounting applications.
Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles as they are applied to government accounting systems.
Strong skills in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Being able to communicate both verbally and in writing with entities/clients on applications, ability to review applications and loan documentation for accuracy, completeness, and financial capability to repay an SRF loan.
Experience in handling borrowers and making recommendations on alternative financing options.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with federal grants.
Experience with Wyoming Online Financial System (WOLFS).
Experience underwriting loans.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary contact for the State Revolving Fund programs.
Evaluate and research problems to find a resolution.
Reviews submitted loan applications for completeness and coordinates with partnering department project managers on getting application deficiencies rectified until an application is completed.
Prepare, analyze, and interpret fiscal information to make funding recommendations related to submitted applications.
Prepare the Board Matter to be presented to the State Loan and Investment Board.
Responsible for preparing all loan documentation (promissory notes, security agreements, etc.) and ensuring all federal requirements are within the loan documents.
Work with the Attorney General on any special loan document requirements or revisions.
Verify conditions of loan approval are met.
Process the required annual audit letters for open loans.
Process annual payment invoices and verify all loan payments are received.
Process all loan payments on the internal and statewide accounting systems.