Accounting Analyst 2026-02451

Accounting Analyst 2026-02451

Salary

$32.33 Hourly

Location

Cheyenne, WY

Job Type

Permanent Full-time

Job Number

2026-02451

Department

Office of State Lands & Investments

Division

Office of State Lands & Investments

Opening Date

10/07/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Determined by Position

Job Classification

FIAC09

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Office of State Lands and Investments (OSLI), an agency committed to effectively managing natural resources and funds for current and future generations, is seeking an Accounting Analyst in our Grants and Loans section. Our culture will provide you with the opportunity for professional growth and diverse experience that will help you further your career.

The Accounting Analyst (Community Loan Officer) is a member of a team of professionals serving the public through the Office of State Lands and Investments (OSLI) under the Grants and Loan Division. The Officer is the main contact for the State Revolving Fund loan programs (SRF) and is responsible for assisting with the administration of the federal-based program. The Officer is responsible for ensuring all loan applicants and projects comply with federal requirements of the SRF program. The Officer provides assistance to communities applying for SRF funding while working with federal and state agencies through the process. The Officer performs a variety of duties to complete the accounting and legal document processes required within the SRF program, which will ultimately be reported to the Environmental Protection Agency.

This position is located in Cheyenne, Wyoming. Cheyenne is a full-service community home to over 60,000 residents. Cheyenne is near four-season outdoor recreation areas, including the Snowy Range and the Medicine Bow National Forest, and home to world-class rock climbing at Vedauwoo. Also, the location provides convenient access to the Colorado Front Range communities, including Fort Collins, Denver, and Denver International Airport. Wyoming is one of only seven states with no state income tax.

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!.

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Human Resource Contact: Ryan Scheer / 307-777-8570 / ryan.scheer2@wyo.gov

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.

• Serve as the primary contact for the State Revolving Fund programs.
• Evaluate and research problems to find a resolution.
• Reviews submitted loan applications for completeness and coordinates with

partnering department project managers on getting application deficiencies

rectified until an application is completed.

• Prepare, analyze, and interpret fiscal information to make funding recommendations related to submitted applications.
• Prepare the Board Matter to be presented to the State Loan and Investment Board.
• Responsible for preparing all loan documentation (promissory notes, security agreements, etc.) and ensuring all federal requirements are within the loan documents.
• Work with the Attorney General on any special loan document requirements or revisions.
• Verify conditions of loan approval are met.
• Process the required annual audit letters for open loans.
• Process annual payment invoices and verify all loan payments are received.
• Process all loan payments on the internal and statewide accounting systems

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

Preference may be given to candidates who have experience working with federal grants.

Preference may be given to candidates who have experience with Wyoming Online Financial System (WOLFS).

Preference may also be given to candidates who have experience underwriting loans.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of State Personnel Rules and associated federal laws.
• Knowledge of state statutes, policies, and regulations.
• Knowledge of federal grant regulations.
• Knowledge of the legislative procedures and requirements.
• Knowledge and understanding of lending principles and practices.
• Knowledge of the construction industry, including billing practices.
• Knowledge of internal controls over accounting applications.
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles as they are applied to government accounting systems.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Being able to communicate both verbally and in writing with entities/clients on applications, ability to review applications and loan documentation for accuracy, completeness, and financial capability to repay an SRF loan. Experience in handling borrowers and making recommendations on alternative financing options.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelors Degree (typically in Finance)

Experience: 0-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in Finance) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Senior Accountant

OR Education & Experience Substitution: 4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in Finance) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Senior Accountant

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• This position takes place in a normal office environment.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-Exempt

Supplemental Information

060-Office of State Lands and Investments - Administrative Services Division

Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

Click here to view the State of Wyoming Total Compensation Calculator.

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: Ryan Scheer / 307-777-8570 / ryan.scheer2@wyo.gov

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.

Click here for detailed information or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!.

01

(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

• High School Diploma/GED/or Equivalent
• Some college Coursework, No Degree Received
• Associates Degree
• Associates Degree and additional coursework
• Bachelors Degree
• Bachelors Degree and additional coursework
• Masters Degree
• Masters Degree and additional coursework
• Doctorate Degree
• Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
• None of the Above

02

(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

• 45+ Quarter hours/30+ Semester hours
• 90+ Quarter hours/60+ Semester hours
• 136+ Quarter hours/91+ Semester hours
• 180+ Quarter hours/120+ Semester hours
• 225+ Quarter hours/150+Semester hours
• N/A

03

(FIAC09) How many years of relevant work experience or transferable skills do you have related to the job description?

• No relevant experience.
• Less than one (1) year of relevant experience.
• One (1) to less than three (3) years of relevant experience.
• Three (3) to less than four (4) years of relevant experience.
• Four (4) or more years of relevant experience

04

(AA) Describe your relevant experience below.

05

Do you have experience working with federal grants and compiling and submitting quarterly reports?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have experience with the Wyoming Online Financial System (WOLFS)?

• Yes
• No

07

Do you have experience underwriting loans?

• Yes
• No

08

What is your experience with Excel? Please provide details on the types of functions you are able to utilize.

09

(A1) Where did you hear about this opportunity?

• Government Jobs @ www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming
• Indeed
• LinkedIn
• Zip Recruiter
• Wyoming Workforce Center
• Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)
• Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
• Newspaper/Newsletter Advertisement
• Career Fair
• Human Resources Division
• Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
• Current State Employee
• Other

10

(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employees first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. This employee may be eligible for a Referral bonus.

11

(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.

12

(AA) VETERANS PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: Per Wyoming Statute, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for Veterans Preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive Veterans Preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. * I have read and understand the Veterans Preference Disclosure and understand that, if claiming Veterans Preference, I must attach the appropriate supporting documentation to each application I submit in order to receive Veterans Preference.

• Yes, I have read and understand the Veterans Preference Disclosure.
• No, I am not claiming Veterans Preference

13

(AA) VETERANS PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veterans military service, and wish to claim veterans preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans preference status. By requesting veterans preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.

• Current State Employee
• Veteran - DD214 Attached
• Disabled Veteran (10% or more) - DD214 and Veterans Disability Determination Attached
• Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran - DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached
• None of the above

14

(A) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use 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 at https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify. I have read and understand the above statement.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer State of Wyoming

Address Human Resource Contact Information located in the

General Description Section

Statewide, Wyoming, 82002

Phone 307-777-7188

Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm