Accountant 2026

Job Description

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Prepare, process, review, approve and maintain accurate records of all department financial transactions to assure accuracy and transparency in all aspects of fiscal processing and reporting. The successful candidate processes fiscal documents on the State's WOLFS system for the Department, works closely with Department staff, vendors, and other state agencies to ensure compliance to the State of Wyoming's accounting practices by auditing documents for accuracy and providing guidance on proper reporting for fiscal documents. Responsible for accounts receivable for the department.
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, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefits package!
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Human Resource Contact: Rose Richardson 307-777-7966 rose.richardson@wyo.gov

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

• Prepare and process all fiscal documents in the WOLFS accounting system, including cash receipts, payment vouchers, refunds, p-card transactions, requisitions, invoices, revenue and expenditure B-11 budget modifications, transfers, encumbrances, cancellations, and contracts.

• Maintain all insurance department funds, accounts payable, and receivable; prepare and reconcile revenue and expenditure reports.

• Report accurate federal financial aid records to state and federal agencies; assist with federal grant applications and reports.

• Correspond with industry contacts and maintain company application files throughout the review process; issue certificate of authority upon application approval.

• Maintain certificate of authority records of all insurance companies, update withdrawals, and other status changes.

• Gather, compile, and evaluate fiscal data, including assessment and budget figures, as requested by insurance department staff.

• Provide travel information and reservation assistance to coworkers.

• Reply to industry, vendor, agency, and consumer telephone calls, written and electronic correspondence. Participate in agency planning for the next budget period by researching and compiling data utilized in agency budget preparation.

• Maintain petty cash fund per established policy and procedures.

• Ensure compliance with State of Wyoming accounting procedures.

PREFERENCES:

Preference may be given to applicants with the WOLFS accounting system experience.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of basic accounting and auditing principles.

• Knowledge of Wyoming accounting and travel procedures and the WOLFS accounting system.

• Ability to perform fiscal research; design, prepare and interpret reports.

• Ability to work alone with little supervision.

• Knowledge of Wyoming Statutes in regard to accounting and insurance company licensing.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

• Knowledge of State and Federal laws, rules, regulations, statutes

• Skills in written and oral communication.

• Skills in problem-solving.

• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Excel and Word and the ability to learn new technology.

• Organizational skills.

• Ability to work independently.

• Ability to research

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

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work performed in an office setting. 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.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-Exempt

• The Department of Insurance is not funded by the General Fund.

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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.