Accounting Analyst 2026-00218 Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming/jobs/newprint/5207369) Apply  Accounting Analyst 2026-00218 Salary $26.40 - $33.00 Hourly Location Cheyenne, WY Job Type Permanent Full-time Job Number 2026-00218 Department Department of Transportation Division Department of Transportation Opening Date 01/21/2026 Closing Date Continuous FLSA Determined by Position Job Classification FIAC09 + Description + Benefits + Questions Description and Functions Open Until Filled GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a full-time General Ledger Senior Accountant located in Cheyenne, Wyoming. Looking for a challenging accounting position that will make a difference in public service? If you are a team player with a growth mindset, integrity, and a high level of professionalism, we want you to join our team! Our organization is seeking a skilled accounting professional to balance, reconcile, review, analyze, and report financial information through the trial balance for WYDOT's monthly financial statements, annual external audit, and the annual comprehensive financial report. You would also assist with maintaining the revenue and accounts receivable tasks within the Financial Services Program to ensure timely and accurate receipts of WYDOT revenue. This is a unique opportunity to put your skills to work for WYDOT and the traveling public in the great state of Wyoming. We look forward to hearing from you! This position is located in Cheyenne, Wyoming, the state capital and home to the Wyoming Department of Transportation’s headquarters. Cheyenne offers the stability and career opportunities of state government employment while maintaining a strong sense of community and a high quality of life. Residents enjoy a low cost of living, minimal commute times, and access to outdoor recreation including hiking, biking, fishing, and wide-open spaces. Cheyenne also provides a welcoming small-city atmosphere with local events, cultural attractions, and easy access to both the Front Range and the Rocky Mountains, making it an excellent place to live and work. This position offers: **$2,000 Hiring Bonus** See Notes section for eligibility 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 (https://ai.wyo.gov/for-job-seekers/benefit-information) , or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package! (https://youtu.be/DxeKSDMAjcw?si=90XLWN-kJ1Y0EGfL) Want to see the full value of your compensation beyond salary? Explore our Total Compensation Calculator:https://compensationcalculator.wyo.gov Human Resource Contact: Stacy Woita 307-777-4423 or stacy.woita2@wyo.gov ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed in the job level. + Balances, reconciles, and analyzes cash, revenue, and expenditure accounts within multiple funds. Identify, research, and resolve any discrepancies + Assists with establishing and maintaining financial records, including completing various general ledger and revenue-related month-end tasks + Prepares, analyzes, and interprets financial information and carries out special projects + Write off accounts receivable amounts, deemed uncollectible, monthly + Research damage repair claims, pulling supporting documentation for amounts billed, and determine project corrections, as needed + Provides backup coverage for review of deposits, vendor entry, and other tasks as needed + Makes recommendations for policies and methods of improved operations + Reviews, corrects, and posts journal entries in WYDOT’s PeopleSoft ERP and the State of Wyoming’s WOLFS accounting systems, as applicable. + Contacts field and other programs’ personnel, other State agencies, and other entities, as needed, to resolve issues + Prepares and analyzes reports and worksheets for external auditors and WYDOT personnel; assists external auditors with reports, data, etc. to complete the annual external audit + Manage user access requests for various revenue applications + Assists where needed in Financial Services including with day-to-day responsibilities and special projects + Assists with research and the reporting of essential property, inventory, and fuel-related transactions. + Assists in developing, evaluating, and revising accounting policies and procedures to comply with State and Federal rules and regulations + Implements and enforces state and agency fiscal policies and procedures Qualifications PREFERENCES: + Preference may be given to candidates with a Bachelor's degree in Accounting. + Preference may be given to candidates with PeopleSoft and/or WOLFS experience, including the infoAdvantage reporting system. + Preference may be given to candidates with audit and/or governmental financial statement preparation/reporting experience KNOWLEDGE: + Knowledge and application of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) + Knowledge of Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) statements + Knowledge of WYDOT policies and procedures related to accounts receivable, revenue, property, and inventory + Knowledge of State of Wyoming Statutes + Knowledge of Federal policies and regulations + Knowledge of IRS guidelines + Knowledge of internal control guidelines and requirements + Knowledge and skill with large computerized accounting/ERP systems, including the integration of various modules and flow of accounting transactions + Knowledge and skill in problem solving, including using mathematics and/or logic to solve and identify alternative solutions to problems + Knowledge and skill in written and oral communications + Knowledge and skill in decision-making + Knowledge and skill in accounting regarding how transactions post to the general ledger and the effect on governmental financial statements + Knowledge of Excel at an intermediate level + Knowledge and skill in preparing complex journal entries, analyzing financial data, and reporting financial information. + Ability and willingness to always be learning, growing, and expanding knowledge in the accounting field + Ability to organize, prioritize, and work independently MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Bachelor's Degree (typically in Finance) Experience: 0-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in Finance) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Senior Accountant OR Education & Experience Substitution: 4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in Finance) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Senior Accountant Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: None Necessary Special Requirements PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Primarily in an office environment NOTES:(This section is used for recruitment purposes.) + FLSA: Non- Exempt + Qualifying eligibility and criteria for the hiring bonus + Temporary employees accepting a full-time permanent position. + Current employees accepting a promotional opportunity - recruitment must have been opened to the public. + One year of service to WYDOT must be completed, failure to complete this requirement will forfeit the hiring incentive; funds will be recouped from final pay. + Internal candidates would be required to remain in the position for a minimum of one (1) year from their promotion date. + Employees would only be eligible for one (1) hiring bonus in a 12-month period. + If the employee elects to downgrade through an active recruitment and/or appointment during the twelve (12) month period, they would be required to pay the bonus back. + The Wyoming Department of Transportation is a Drug-Free Workplace. + E-Verify: WYDOT uses E-Verify (https://www.e-verify.gov/) , an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities. Supplemental Information Click here (https://compensationcalculator.wyo.gov/) to view the State of Wyoming Total Compensation Calculator. Click here (https://ai.wyo.gov/divisions/human-resources/consultative-services/compensation/pay-tables-salary-averages) 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. Working for the State of Wyoming means more than a job — it’s a stable, rewarding career that lets you make a difference while enjoying a great quality of life. Employees enjoy: + Comprehensive health coverage– medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family + Voluntary Benefits– including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts + Multiple retirement options– including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security + Generous paid leave and flexible schedules– vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 11 paid holidays each year + Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility– for those with qualifying student loans + Training and professional development– to support your career growth and advancement + Employee Assistance Program – Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts + Wellness Program – Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health Know your full value. Your paycheck is only part of the picture. The State of Wyoming offers a Total Compensation Calculator that shows the full value of your salary plus benefits, so you can clearly see what your complete compensation package looks like. Explore your total compensation:https://compensationcalculator.wyo.gov/ WORKING FOR THE GREATEST STATE IN THE NATION - Wyoming offers a lifestyle you can’t find anywhere else — wide-open spaces, clean air, friendly communities, year-round recreation, andno state income tax. Click here for detailed information (https://ai.wyo.gov/for-job-seekers/benefit-information) or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package! (https://youtu.be/DxeKSDMAjcw?si=90XLWN-kJ1Y0EGfL) .