Senior Accounting Analyst

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: 

Come join the Treasurer’s Office in a dynamic accounting environment where you will have the opportunity to build your skills. We don’t learn how to account for investments in school, especially with a government twist, but our team will teach you how to apply your core accounting knowledge and experience to our business. This Office is responsible for the investment of over $33 billion in state assets! Our diverse team accounts for it all. This position will be housed in the Reconciliation and Audit Unit within the Financial Accounting Division. Cheyenne, Wyoming, is a beautiful place to live and thrive, and we offer hybrid telework. We are within 30 minutes of spectacular mountains where you can hike, fish, canoe, and camp. Not to mention, Denver, Colorado, is only 100 miles away if you need a dose of big-city amenities. Come put your talents to work for the benefit of Wyoming citizens and generations to come.

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! Click here for detailed information, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!

Human Resource Contact: Jen Shirley / 307-777-6385 / jennifer.shirley1@wyo.gov

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

• Perform complex and specialized accounting to ensure all accounting activities, reports and procedures for the Financial Accounting Division follow Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB). 
• Review and analyze accounting records to identify sources of financial report discrepancies; assist, discuss and resolve questions and problems in the Financial Accounting Division as needed.
• Open all new manager accounts approved by the Investment Funds Committee (IFC) and the State Loan and Investment Board (SLIB). Close the manager accounts when full liquidation has occurred. 
• Prepare letters of direction for the custodial bank as needed. 
• Compile, manage and reconcile various monthly and quarterly reports for internal and external use.
• Assist with reconciling investment reports by pool and manager statements to the custodial bank.
• Assist in compiling and interpreting data required to complete the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) and Treasurer’s Annual Report.
• Develop and maintain formal procedures in the Financial Accounting Division's job duties spreadsheet for all duties assigned to this position; serve as a backup for positions in the Financial Accounting Division as needed.

PREFERENCES: 

Preference will be given to those candidates with an accounting degree and who have experience in the financial or investment industries.

KNOWLEDGE: 

• Extensive communication, problem-solving and personal interaction skills focused on confidentiality worthy of public trust.
• Knowledge of complex investment strategies including equities, fixed income, alternatives and derivatives.
• General finance and knowledge of banking practices. 
• High-level skills with investment accounting software. 
• Knowledge of financial and organizational analysis.
• Knowledge of GAAP and GASB.
• Strong attention to detail; strong follow-up and follow-through.
• Must be a strong multi-tasker and be able to prioritize duties.
• Great organizational skills and the ability to implement them in the office.

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 an Accounting Analyst

OR

Education & Experience Substitution:

4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in Finance) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Accounting Analyst

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• General office conditions including minimal lifting; some travel necessary.

NOTES: 

• FLSA: Exempt
• Candidates are required to undergo a criminal background check requiring fingerprinting.