Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Department of Workforce Services (DWS) seeks an Accountant to perform professional account, planning, and analysis requiring judgment in applying established accounting procedures and regulations.

The State of Wyoming's total compensation package is excellent and includes:

• Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave
• Retirement investment options with employer contributions
• Comprehensive Benefits package including Health, Dental, Life, Vision, Short Term Disability, and more with an employer contribution toward premiums
• Longevity pay

Human Resource Contact: 307-473-3270
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.

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Ensures internal control of work unit or division.

• Resolves problems and questions regarding work methods and processes presented by co-workers.
• Researches and analyzes data.
• Prepares, analyzes, and interprets fiscal information and may carry out special studies.
• Recommends fiscal policy and methods for improving operations.
• Participates in agency planning for the next budget period by researching and compiling data utilized in agency budget preparation.
• Maintains fixed assets and non-fixed asset information.
• Performs various routine tasks in the acquisition, disbursement, and inventory of equipment, supplies, and commodities.
• Responsible for accounting functions: including deposits, wire transfers, completing daily spreadsheets, and balancing bank accounts.
• Determines and corrects out-of-balance conditions.
• Ensures statutory compliance by internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

Preference may be given to candidates with experience in using Microsoft Office, especially Excel, and Word, the Wyoming Online Financial System (WOLFS).
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KNOWLEDGE:*

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Knowledge of financial calculations

• Knowledge of internal control processes

• Knowledge of Excel

• Skills in interpersonal relations

• Skills in computerized accounting systems

• Ability to use critical thinking techniques to identify strengths, weaknesses, alternative solutions, and conclusions to problems

• Ability to calculate, evaluate, and analyze financial data

• Ability to communicate effectively both written and orally

• Ability to exercise judgment in applying established procedures and regulations

• Ability to organize, prioritize responsibilities, and work efficiently under pressure

• Ability to self-motivate and work autonomously with limited supervision

• Ability to be detail-oriented and accurate

• Ability to follow instructions

• Ability to actively learn and interpret information as it applies to the position

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:*
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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

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• The Wyoming Department of Workforce Services (DWS) uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm all newly hired employees' eligibility to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.
• Former State of Wyoming employees, who are rehired within 31 days from their previous employment, will be required to reimburse the State of Wyoming for all Vacation and Sick leave compensation received upon separation.
• Offers of employment will be contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.
• For the Veteran's preference consideration, supporting documentation must accompany your application.

Supplemental Information

053-Department of Workforce Services - UI Fiscal

Click here 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.

There are many benefits to living and working in Wyoming. Beautiful country with wide-open spaces and clean air, great recreational opportunities, and no State income tax to mention a few! In addition, the State of Wyoming offers State employees a very generous benefits package. Please click here for more information on the State of Wyoming employee benefits*.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.11 - $21.74 per hour

Work Location: One location

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