Operations Accounting Manager Jobs in Wyoming (NOW HIRING)

Description and Functions GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Wyoming Department of Corrections is seeking an Account Manager to join the team at the Cheyenne Central Office Fiscal Division. This individual will oversee and manage budgetary, accounting, procurement, and fixed asset functions for the Department of Corrections, to include: policy development, implementation, and audit compliance with State Statutes, various agency policies, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles(GAAP); reviews and interprets a wide range of documents and records, providing advice to agency executive administrators and program managers. 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!. Want to see the full value of your compensation beyond salary.

Explore our Total Compensation Calculator: compensationcalculator.wyo.gov Human Resource Contact: Deborah.Hale@wyo.gov or 307-777-6136 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level. Manages the operations budget, including the collection and distribution of annual revenue for the agency. Prepares, authorizes, monitors, and controls monthly expenditures of the budget and makes recommendations for the reallocation of resources

Provides conflict resolution & statistical information. Analyzes various financial data and other numerical data to prepare statistical information. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with legislators, public officials, vendors, etc.

Drafts and analyzes new legislation and rules & regulations. Researches, prepares, and presents fiscal and administrative impacts of legislation. Prepares exhibits and provides expert testimony at legislative committee meetings.

Analyzes, develops, and implements policies and procedures as a result of state or federal legislative changes. Develops training and educational workshops to inform and educate government agencies, the public, and various associations regarding state or federal legislative changes. Qualifications PREFERENCES: Preference will be given to applicants with 3-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Finance or Accounting) and knowledge acquired at an accounting technician level.

Preference will be given to applicants with WOLFS (Wyoming Online Financial System) experience. Preference will be given to applicants who can create and manipulate Excel spreadsheets. KNOWLEDGE: Knowledge of project management.

Knowledge of State and Federal laws, rules, regulations, and statutes. Knowledge of basic accounting, business principles, budgets, and cost controls. Knowledge of the WOLFS III system.

Knowledge of State Personnel Rules and associated federal laws. Knowledge of internal controls over accounting applications. Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles as they are applied to government accounting systems.

Knowledge of government management, including human resources, accounting, and general management Knowledge of federal grant application, progress reporting, and financial reporting. Knowledge of budget and procurement practices and policies. Skills in oral and written communication.

Skills in computer applications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Bachelor's Degree (typically in Finance) Experience: 3-5 years of progressive work experience (typically in Finance) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Accounting Manager I OR Education & Experience Substitution: 6-8 years of progressive work experience (typically in Finance) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Accounting Manager I Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: None Necessary Special Requirements PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform work; however, there may be some walking, standing, bending, lifting, and carrying of light items, driving an automobile, etc. Exposure to inside and outside environmental conditions. Lifting/grasping up to 50 pounds without assistance on a regular basis.

Walking on cement floors regularly. Stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching regularly. Reaching on a regular basis.

Typing/Repetitive motion is frequent. Talking/hearing frequently. Seeing: the visual ability to perform an activity such as analyzing data and figures, viewing a computer terminal, and extensive reading.

NOTES: FLSA: Exempt The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities. The Wyoming Department of Corrections is a Drug-Free Workplace. All staff are subject to drug testing while employed by the WDOC.

The Wyoming Department of Corrections is a Tobacco-Free Workplace and prohibits the taking, carrying, possessing, or introducing of smoking materials, smokeless tobacco, or tobacco substitutes on or into WDOC facilities and grounds. The Wyoming Department of Corrections complies with the Federal Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) of 2003. It is the policy and practice of WDOC to protect inmates/offenders from personal abuse, corporal punishment, personal injury, disease, property damage, harassment, and the elimination of prison rape.

Successful Applicants for employment must pass a background/reference check and drug test. WDOC has a strict dress code policy that includes standards for facial hair, body art, and piercings/gauges. All applicants must meet the standards of this dress code to be considered for employment.

WDOC offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and life insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, a tuition reimbursement program, Wyoming State Retirement, a 457 Deferred Compensation Program, longevity pay, and opportunities for advancement. Supplemental Information Click here to view the State of Wyoming Total Compensation Calculator. Click here 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. Human Resource Contact: Deborah.Hale@wyo.gov or 307-777-6136