Temporary Accounting Technician 2026-02466

State of Wyoming; Cheyenne (WY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and 


Holidays

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Retirement - Pension and 457(b) plans

Flexible schedules and work-life-balan

Meaningful work for Wyoming

Job summary

Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) in Cheyenne seeks a Temporary Accounting Technician for the MVS program. You will review, accept, reject, collect, audit, and distribute state fees, license customers, issue plates and VINs, and perform additional duties as assigned.

The role requires basic accounting knowledge with 0–2 years of experience, and notary within six months. A notary public may be required to obtain during the probation period; this position is non-exempt and involves

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree (typically in Finance).
• 0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Finance) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Accounting Clerk.
• 2-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Finance) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Accounting Clerk.

Responsibilities

• Maintains financial records and fiscal documents using established accounting procedures.
• Enters agency financial data into the accounting system.
• Collects and deposits financial data into the ERP system.
• Maintains data integrity in the state mainframe and databases.
• Develops and maintains spreadsheets.
• Maintains cash funds per established policies and procedures.
• Produces correspondence relevant to accounting duties.
• Interprets Wyoming Statutes Title 31 and WYDOT Rules and Regulations.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Decision making

Oral and written communications

Judgment

Task prioritization

Education

Associate's Degree in Finance

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

MS Access

Job description

General Description

They Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a Temporary Accounting Technician for the Motor Vehicle Services (MVS) program in Cheyenne, Wyoming. The Temporary Accounting Technician will be responsible for reviewing, accepting, rejecting, collecting, auditing, and distributing various state fees pertaining to MVS. This position will also license customers, issue specialty license plates, issue state-assigned VINs, and perform other duties as assigned.

Description And Functions

Open Until Filled

They Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a Temporary Accounting Technician for the Motor Vehicle Services (MVS) program in Cheyenne, Wyoming. The Temporary Accounting Technician will be responsible for reviewing, accepting, rejecting, collecting, auditing, and distributing various state fees pertaining to MVS. This position will also license customers, issue specialty license plates, issue state-assigned VINs, and perform other duties as assigned.

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
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility
• Retirement - Pension and 457(b) plans that help you build a secure future
• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities

Want to see the full value of your compensation beyond salary?

Human Resource Contact: [e-mail] or 307-777-4455

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Applies established accounting procedures and regulations in maintaining financial records or other fiscal documents
• Enters all agency financial data into the accounting system.
• Collects compiles and deposits financial data onto the Enterprise Resource Program (ERP).
• Maintains the integrity of the data that is uploaded into the state mainframe and other databases.
• Develops and maintains spreadsheets.
• Maintains cash funds per established policies and procedures.
• Produces correspondence.
• Interprets, translates, and advises on the Wyoming Statutes Title 31 and WYDOT Rules and Regulations.
• Communicates regularly with County Clerks/Treasurers via phone and email correspondence.
• Ensures compliance with Wyoming State Statutes and WYDOT Rules and Regulations.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES

• The agency requires the successful candidate to become a notary public within six (6) months of employment.
• The agency program will require a typing test during the interview process.

Knowledge

• Knowledge of MS applications, including Excel, Word, and Access.
• Knowledge of generally accepted fiscal and accounting procedures, auditing principles, and concepts.
• Knowledge of Wyoming Statutes Title 31 and WYDOT Rules and Regulations
• Skill in oral and written communications.
• Decision-making skill
• Skill in analytical thinking.
• Ability to use considerable judgment.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to prioritize tasks.

Education

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Associate's Degree (typically in Finance)

Experience

0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Finance) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Accounting Clerk

OR

Education & Experience Substitution

2-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Finance) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Accounting Clerk

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

None

Physical Working Conditions

• Working in an office environment

NOTES

• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• Qualifying eligibility and criteria for the hiring bonus
  • Temporary employees accepting a full-time permanent position.
  • Current employees accepting a promotional opportunity - recruitment must have been opened to the public.
  • One year of service to WYDOT must be completed, failure to complete this requirement will forfeit the hiring incentive; funds will be recouped from final pay.
  • Internal candidates would be required to remain in the position for a minimum of one (1) year from their promotion date.
  • Employees would only be eligible for one (1) hiring bonus in a 12-month period.
  • If the employee elects to downgrade through active recruitment and/or appointment during the twelve (12) month period, they would be required to pay the bonus back.
• The Wyoming Department of Transportation is a Drug-Free Workplace.
• E-Verify: WYDOT uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.
• Complete background checks and fingerprints are taken every two years for NLETS access.

Supplemental Information

045-Department of Transportation - Support Services - Motor Vehicle Services.

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.

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