Accounts Payable 2026-02198

State of Wyoming; Kansas; On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Flexible schedules

Meaningful work

Job summary

Wyoming Department of Workforce Services is seeking a Fiscal Specialist to join our fiscal team. In this entry-level role, you will assist with a variety of accounting and fiscal support functions, entering and reviewing financial records under guidance of experienced staff.

The position offers comprehensive benefits, a positive work environment, and opportunities for professional development while serving Wyoming communities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance or related field required
• 0-1 year of progressive work experience in Finance or Accounting preferred
• FLSA: Non-Exempt; background check required
• Familiar with internal control practices and financial calculations

Responsibilities

• Enter and review payment information to ensure accuracy and completeness
• Verify data in financial systems and resolve routine issues
• Assist with vendor setup in WOLFS and prepare documentation for State Auditor's Office
• Support the Fiscal Manager with reports, data requests, and basic research

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree (Finance)

Tools

Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Posting number: 2026-02198

Department: Department of Workforce Services

Division: Office of the Director - Cheyenne

Job classification: FIAC07 - ACCOUNTANT

Posting type: Open

Categories: Accounting and Finance

Summary

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Join the Wyoming Department of Workforce Services (DWS) as a Fiscal Specialist and become part of a team dedicated to serving the people of Wyoming. Our mission,
"Collaborating to support a thriving workforce and economy," and our vision,
"Leading workforce innovation and investing in employee development today, for a stronger tomorrow," guide the work we do every day.
We are seeking a dependable and detail-oriented individual to join our fiscal team. In this entry-level role, you will assist with a variety of accounting and fiscal support functions, helping to ensure financial information is accurate and processed in a timely manner. Responsibilities may include reviewing documents, entering and maintaining financial records, and supporting daily accounting activities under the guidance of experienced team members.

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:

• Assist with entering and reviewing payment information to ensure documents are complete and required information is included. Verify data entered into financial systems for accuracy and completeness. Work with team members to resolve routine issues and obtain missing documentation when needed. Support the processing of payment documents in the Wyoming Online Financial System (WOLFS) and perform basic reviews before documents are submitted for final approval.
• Review and process authorizations in case management systems to support accurate payments to vendors and clients. Verify payment amounts and service information to help ensure records are complete and accurate.
• Assist with creating and maintaining vendor records in WOLFS by collecting required information, entering data, and preparing documentation for submission to the State Auditor's Office as needed. Help answer routine questions related to vendor setup and payments.
• Provide support to the Fiscal Manager and fiscal team with special projects, reports, and data requests. Duties may include gathering information, organizing records, maintaining spreadsheets, and assisting with basic research. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Examples of duties

PREFERENCES:

The ideal candidate will:

• Maintain a positive and professional attitude
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Be eager to learn new skills and develop professionally
• Possess good organizational and time management skills
• Communicate effectively and work well as part of a team

KNOWLEDGE:

• Basic understanding of financial calculations and accounting concepts.
• Familiar with internal control practices
• Knowledge of Excel
• Enjoys working with others and building positive relationships
• Confident using computerized accounting systems
• A thoughtful problem-solver who can look at different options and find good solutions
• Able to review and understand financial information
• Communicates clearly, both in writing and in conversations
• Uses good judgment when following procedures and guidelines
• Stays organized and manages time well, even when things get busy
• Self-motivated and comfortable working independently
• Pays close attention to details and values accuracy

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

Qualifications

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• The Wyoming Department of Workforce Services (DWS) uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm all newly hired employees' eligibility to work in the United States. Learn more about 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

053-Department of Workforce Services - Office of the Director - Fiscal

URL: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming

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.