Accountant 2025-00363 Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming/jobs/newprint/4825345) Apply  Accountant 2025-00363 Salary $24.78 - $27.53 Hourly Location Casper, WY Job Type Permanent Full-time Job Number 2025-00363 Department Department of Workforce Services Division Unemployment Insurance - Casper Opening Date 02/07/2025 Closing Date Continuous FLSA Non-Exempt Job Classification FIAC07 + Description + Benefits + Questions Description and Functions Open Until Filled GENERAL DESCRIPTION: This position performs journey-level professional accounting activities, including processing Unemployment Insurance and Workers' Compensation tax/premium payments, reviewing and processing all amended reports. In addition to compensation, employment at the Department of Workforce Services provides the following: + Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance + Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness + Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance + State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities + Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays + For additional information regarding the benefits package please visithttps://ai.wyo.gov/for-job-seekers/benefit-information Casper is home to iconic landscapes waiting to be explored, touchable history waiting to be experienced, amazing food waiting to be devoured, and endless things to do around every corner. Discover why some things can't be explained, only experienced, that's WY! Human Resource Contact: 307-473-3270 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level. + Ensure completeness and accuracy of data, daily deposit preparation, record balancing, and system balancing. + Responsible for preparing fiscal documents to include daily deposits and maintaining employer account contribution information. + Serves as lead for accounts receivable functions, overseeing and verifying peers' work, temporary and part-time workers in accounts receivable functions. + Responsible for assisting delinquent employers in collecting missing reports and monies. + Processes employee wage protests from UI benefit claimants to verify employer information, including follow-up on missing wages and collection of additional taxes. + Responsible for organizing Special Projects, including scheduling seminars, conferences, etc. Qualifications PREFERENCES: Preference may be given to candidates with experience in Unemployment Insurance Statutes and Regulations. Preference may be given to candidates with experience with ACH debit, ACH credit, and cashiering experience. Preference may be given to candidates with accounts receivable experience. KNOWLEDGE: + Working knowledge of accepted accounting and auditing practices. + Knowledge of Unemployment Insurance & Workers' Compensation statutes and Rules & Regulations. + Skills in written and oral communication. + Organizational skills. + Ability to work independently. + Skills in problem-solving. + Ability to research and accurately determine a series of events affecting employer accounts. + Ability to efficiently use a 10 key. + Ability to understand computer applications, Microsoft Excel, and the ability to learn new technology. + Ability to understand relationships between employer reports, wage lists, and system accounts. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 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 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 aboutE-Verify (http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify) , including your rights and responsibilities. + Former State of Wyoming employees, who are rehired within 31 days from their previous employment, will be required to reimburse the State of Wyoming for all Vacation and Sick leave compensation received upon separation. + Offers of employment will be contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. + For the Veteran's preference consideration, supporting documentation must accompany your application. Supplemental Information 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 provides employees with a range of valuable benefits and offers a fulfilling career path. Employees enjoy comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans, ensuring their well-being and that of their families. Additionally, the state offers multiple retirement plans, which provide financial security and stability for employees once their career in public services comes to an end. the state recognizes the importance of personal time and offers generous paid time off and flexible arrangements, allowing employees to recharge, take care of personal matters, and maintain a healthy work-life integration. There are many benefits to living and working in Wyoming. Beautiful country with wide-open spaces, clean air, great recreational activities, and no State income tax to mention a few! Click here (https://ai.wyo.gov/for-job-seekers) to learn more!