Accounting Clerk- 2026-01333

State of Wyoming; Cody (WY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

State of Wyoming is seeking a detail-oriented fiscal/clerical specialist to support the Department of Family Services. The role involves processing A/P and A/R, maintaining databases, managing records, answering inquiries, and coordinating travel and calendars.

Requires an Associate's Degree (Finance preferred) and 0–3 years of admin or accounting experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word is favored.

Qualifications

• Preferences may be given to applicants with 1-3 years of clerical or accounting experience and working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

• Maintains a segment of a fiscal system and multiple databases.
• Performs financial processing functions for non-routine transactions.
• Involved in routine A/P and A/R tasks including tracking entries and cash receipts.
• Searches and disburses fiscal information pertaining to process documents.
• Assists in inventory of all fixed assets.
• Maintains calendars, schedules travel, and greets the public.

Skills

Clerical skills

Data entry

Customer service

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Education

Associate's Degree in Finance

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

General Description

This position is responsible for a wide range of fiscal, clerical, and administrative tasks to ensure policies and procedures set forth by Federal, State, and Local office guidelines are met.

Description And Functions

Open Until Filled

General Description

This position is responsible for a wide range of fiscal, clerical, and administrative tasks to ensure policies and procedures set forth by Federal, State, and Local office guidelines are met.

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!

Human Resource Contact: [e-mail]

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Maintains a segment of a fiscal system and multiple databases.
• Performs financial processing functions for transactions of a non-routine or unusual nature.
• Involved in routine tasks associated with A/P, A/R, including, but not limited to, tracking database entry, cash receipts, and collections.
• Searches and disburses fiscal information pertaining to processes documents.
• Assists in inventory of all fixed assets.
• Processes and reviews routine tasks associated with A/P, and A/R, including, but not limited to, tracking database entry, cash receipts, and collections.
• Searches and disburses fiscal information pertaining to process documents.
• Assists in inventory of all fixed assets
• Processes and reviews routine paperwork and/or enters data into a department log or database.
• Maintains department records system, including filing, scanning, retrieving, archiving documents, researching files, etc.
• Greets and directs a high volume of visitors, deliveries, and the general public.
• With appropriate information, responds to requests for information, makes referrals, and resolves customer complaints. This may involve research or agency-specialized knowledge.
• Processes and distributes all incoming mail; prepares mailings.
• Maintains calendars, makes appointments, and travel arrangements, and arranges meeting rooms.
• Provides superb customer service.
• Explains or interprets procedures.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

Preferences may be given to applicants with 1-3 years of previous clerical and/or accounting experience and working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word.

Knowledge

• Knowledge of computer program applications, data management and record keeping.
• Knowledge of office procedures, filing, and alphabetizing.
• Knowledge of modern office practices, procedures, and equipment.
• Knowledge of reviewing documents for accuracy and completeness.
• Knowledge of methods used to deal with the public tactfully.
• Knowledge of telephone etiquette and coordinating telephone and visitor traffic.
• Knowledge in the preparation of records, reports, and correspondence.

Education

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Associate's Degree (typically in Finance)

Experience

No prior experience required

OR

Education & Experience Substitution

1-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in Finance)

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

None

Physical Working Conditions

• Takes place in a typical working office environment.

Notes

• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• All positions within the Department of Family Services will require a background information check, including the taking of fingerprints, which will be completed through the Wyoming Department of Criminal Investigation, the Department of Family Services, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation, for every successful applicant.

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 9 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, and no state income tax.