Accountant 2025-02499

Accountant Position

Become a valued member of the Vocational Rehabilitation Fiscal team at the Wyoming Department of Workforce Services (DWS), where your work makes a real difference in communities across the state. At DWS, we're more than just a workplace; we're a team that truly supports one another, and we're proud to live our mission : "Collaborating to support a thriving workforce and economy." We're currently looking for a detail-oriented, motivated Accountant to join our fiscal team. This role is essential in helping us maintain accurate State and Federal accounting and ensuring that payments to vendors and clients are made on time. But you won't be on your own! We offer clear training, hands-on mentorship, and a team that's always ready to help. If you bring a positive attitude, a desire to learn, and a sharp eye for detail, we'll give you the tools and support you need to thrive.

Working for the State of Wyoming provides employees with a range of valuable benefits and offers a fulfilling career path : Enjoy medical, dental, vision, short-and long-term disability, life insurance, and ambulance coverage plans. We even take care of Fido with optional pet insurance. Multiple retirement plansincluding a pensionprovide financial security and stability for your future. Generous paid time off and flexible work arrangements allow you to recharge, attend to personal matters, and maintain a healthy work-life integration. Competitive compensation, job security, and a supportive work environment.

There are many benefits to living and working in Wyoming, including beautiful country with wide-open spaces and clean air, great recreational activities, and no state income tax.

Our current employees love working for DWS for many reasons : Supportive Culture, Meaningful Work, Team Collaboration, Growth & Training, Mission-Driven.

The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level. Collaborate with team members to prepare accurate and timely payment documents, following established accounting policies and procedures. Support a range of agency-specific processes in WOLFS, including accounts payable transactions, travel reimbursements, CMS transactions, and P-card paymentsalways with an eye toward budget alignment and efficiency. Work closely with the team to maintain and enter Vendor Management Forms in WOLFS. Help keep our Vendor Management tracking sheet current and accurate, and ensure staff are promptly informed when vendors are activated with the State of Wyoming. Partner with colleagues to ensure that all program purchases comply with statutory, procurement, agency, and accounting policies. Serve as a resource for teammates by helping to answer questions and clarify policies and procedures, always with professionalism and a solutions-focused approach. Contribute to maintaining strong internal controls by researching and analyzing financial data in WOLFS, and by helping identify and support corrective actions when needed. Assist the Fiscal Manager with a variety of special projects, including gathering and analyzing data to support informed decision-making and continuous improvement efforts.

Our ideal candidate :

• Brings a positive attitude to their work and team.
• Pays attention to the details that matter.
• Has a genuine interest in learning and developing professionally.

While not all of these are required, experience or familiarity with the following is helpful :

Don't meet every requirement? That's okay. We understand that everyone's path is different. If you're driven, detail-oriented, and eager to grow in an accounting role, we encourage you to apply!

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