Senior Accountant

Position: Senior Accountant 2026-01314
Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Are you organized, detail-oriented and looking for an opportunity to learn, grow, and be a part of an incredible team? The Wyoming Department of Workforce Services (DWS) is looking for a motivated Senior Accountant to join our fiscal team.

This position works closely with the Accounting Manager to support the accuracy of revenues and expenditures, financial reporting, data analysis, and the review and approval of WOLFS documents processed. The ideal candidate enjoys problem-solving, collaborating with others, and helping ensure financial processes run smoothly and efficiently. At DWS, you will have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful work that supports programs and services impacting communities across Wyoming while continuing to build your knowledge and professional experience in a supportive, team-oriented environment.

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

* Retirement - Pension and 457B 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!

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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

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

* Reviews payments submitted by accounting staff to help ensure budget coding, allocations, and object/sub-object classification are accurate. Assists staff with corrections as needed and helps ensure payments are processed in a timely manner.

* Serves as a primary resource for accounting staff by responding to questions, providing guidance on fiscal processes and procedures, and supporting day-to-day communication.

* Provides training and support to new and existing fiscal staff and assists in coordinating the payment entry process completed by accounting staff.

* Maintains accurate financial data within specialized accounting systems and WOLFS. Completes monthly reconciliations between WOLFS and specialized accounting systems and makes corrections when necessary.

* Assists with budget and expenditure analysis as needed.

* Supports p-card processing and daily payment approval/vouchers by preparing spreadsheets, assisting accountants, and serving as a backup support resource for contract encumbrance processes.

* Assists with special projects, research, data collection, compilation, and analysis as requested by the accounting manager.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE:

* Knowledge of federal regulations related to grants/programs at the State and Federal levels

* Working knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft Word and Excel

* Strong verbal and written communication skills

* Ability to work independently while managing daily responsibilities

* Ability to collaborate effectively as part of the department's fiscal team

* Experience with WOLFS is preferred, but not required

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education & Experience Substitution:

3-5 years of progressive work experience (typically in Finance) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Accountant

OR

Education:

Bachelor's Degree (typically in Finance)

Experience:

0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Finance) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Accountant

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 the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). including your rights and responsibilities.

* For the Veteran's preference consideration, supporting documentation must accompany your application.

Supplemental Information

053-Department of Workforce Services - Office of the Director - Fiscal

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