Budget Analyst 2026-01933

Grants Team Fiscal Analyst

The grants team fiscal analyst reconciles, analyzes, and maintains fiscal oversight in the electronic Grants Management System (eGMS) for the Wyoming Department of Education's state and federal grant monies totaling in excess of $100M annually. This position works with program managers to achieve grant compliance within budget regulations, and troubleshooting system and user issues within eGMS.

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 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 for detailed information or watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!

Preference will be given to a candidate with a Bachelor's degree, preferably in financing or accounting.

Knowledge:

• Critical thinking and collaborative decision making skills
• Ability to analyze information and interpret the analysis for diverse audiences
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Skills in building interpersonal relationships and providing technical assistance
• Collaboration skills and the ability to help diverse groups work together toward a common goal
• Understanding of state and federal fiscal practices and requirements
• Working knowledge of applicable state and federal laws, policies, procedures, guidance, and processes.
• Technology skills, e.g. computer usage, word processing, GUI application development, database and related software
• Knowledge of grants management and reimbursement processes for formula and competitive grants
• Budget setup including payment sources, payment parameters, and GAN details
• Knowledge of payment processing through eGMS or related platforms, special payments, refunds, and excess funds.
• Knowledge of how to release and reallocate unused funds

Minimum qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor's Degree (typically in Finance)

Experience:

1-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Finance) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Budget Specialist II OR

Education & Experience Substitution: 4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in Finance) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Budget Specialist II

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
None

Physical working conditions:

• Typical office environment.

Notes:

• FLSA:
  Exempt
• Successful applicants must reside in Wyoming or maintain a primary residence within a 100-mile radius of Cheyenne for the duration of their employment with the Wyoming Department of Education
• This position offers full-time telework, with occasional required in-office attendance
• Applicants may be asked to provide transcripts of any relevant coursework at the time of the interview or hire
• Some travel is required
• A background check, including the taking of fingerprints, will be completed through the Wyoming Department of Criminal Investigation