Senior Accounting Analyst 2026-02097

State of Wyoming; Cheyenne (WY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA & hols

Retirement plans (Pension & 457B)

Flexible schedules

Meaningful work for Wyoming

Job summary

The State of Wyoming seeks a lead Accounting Analyst to guide the DEQ's budgeting, grants management, and financial analysis. This role partners with the Comptroller and Accounting Manager to ensure GAAP/GASB compliance and robust fiscal forecasting for General Fund and federal programs.

Responsibilities include directing complex budgets, grant accounting, and system controls, while providing mentorship for analysts and ensuring accurate reporting across agencies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting or related field.
• Knowledge of GAAP and GASB applications for governments.
• Experience with government budgeting and grants management.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and administration of major operating budgets, federal grant budgets, and fee-based program accounts.
• Perform complex grant accounting with reporting, reimbursements, and audits.
• Oversee fiscal year opening/closing procedures and related schedules.
• Manage internal controls and documentation across multiple financial systems.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

GAAP knowledge

GASB knowledge

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

Excel

WOLFS

Job description

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

This position serves as the lead role within the accounting analyst group, providing advanced fiscal expertise and high-level technical guidance to DEQ Administrators, Program Managers, and agency staff. As the primary point of contact for the professional development of Accounting Analysts and Senior Accountants, the successful candidate ensures departmental standards are met through internal training and workflow oversight.

Working closely with the Comptroller and Accounting Manager, this position directs the management and analysis of the agency's General Fund Budgets, Special Revenue Budgets, and federal grants. The role is centered on overseeing complex fee-based programs, advanced budgeting, and strategic financial forecasting. The lead analyst ensures all tasks and transactions are completed in accordance with GAAP, GASB, state and federal rules, and specific Grantor policies, maintaining professional and cooperative communication across all levels of the organization.

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 securefuture
• 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

The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed in the job level.

• Budget & Grant Administration: Leads the development and administration of major and complex operating budgets, federal grant budgets, and fee-based program accounts.
• Grant Management: Performs complex, specialized grant accounting functions, ensuring strict compliance with periodic financial reporting, reimbursement submittals, and federal audit requirements.
• Fiscal Cycle Oversight: Oversees Fiscal Year opening procedures (including payroll code budgets, funding distribution, and carryforward B-11s) and annual Fiscal Year-end closing.
• Reporting & Auditing: Manages tracking of encumbrances and internal expenditure payments; assists with year-end ACFR (Annual Comprehensive Financial Report) reporting and schedules of federal financial assistance.
• Forecasting & Analysis: Performs advanced financial forecasting and budget analysis to guide agency decision-making and ensure long-term fiscal health.
• Contract Management: Writes and administers professional services contracts (approved by the Attorney General’s Office), ensuring all terms and conditions are met.
• Systems & Controls: Develops and installs accounting systems, records, and methods to address changing requirements; ensures adequate internal controls and automated system documentation are in place for multiple internal financial systems.
• Technical Problem Resolution: Serves as the primary contact for complex evaluation, research, and problem resolution regarding technical and contractual grant issues.
• Reconciliation: Reviews and reconciles monthly financial reports from WOLFS; corrects discrepancies between WOLFS project/grant reports and Federal or State reports.
• Agency-Wide Oversight: Monitors cash needs for individual funds and provides oversight for purchasing, accounts payable, inventory, fixed assets, vehicle management, and accounts receivable for the entire agency.

PREFERENCES

Bachelor's Degree (typically in Finance, Accounting, or a related field)

Experience with the Wyoming Online Financial System (WOLFS)

KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge of state and federal laws, rules, regulations and statutes.
• Knowledge of basic accounting, budget, and cost controls.
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles as applied to governments.
• Knowledge of the state accounting system -WOLFS.
• Knowledge of internal controls.
• Knowledge of federal grant applications, progress reporting, and financial reporting.
• Knowledge of budget and procurement practices and policies.
• Ability to analyze financial information.
• Strong attention to detail, follow-up, and follow-through.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel.
• Strong communication skills.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Bachelor's Degree (typically in Finance)

Experience

1-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Finance) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Accounting Analyst

Education & Experience Substitution

4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in Finance) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Accounting Analyst

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

None

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

• Some travel may be required for this position.

NOTES

• FLSA: Exempt
• The Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality may use a video interview as a mandatory first step of our process. If chosen for a video interview you will receive an email with all the necessary information to complete the process.

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.