Senior Auditor 2026-01343

Senior Auditor 2026-01343

Salary

$32.33 Hourly

Location

Gillette, WY

Job Type

Permanent Full-time

Job Number

2026-01343

Department

Department of Workforce Services

Division

Unemployment Insurance - Sheridan

Opening Date

05/18/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Determined by Position

Job Classification

FIAU09

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Wyoming Department of Workforce Services is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented professional to join the Employment Tax Division as a Senior Auditor in Gillette

In this role, you will play an important part in supporting Wyoming employers and ensuring compliance with state laws. As a Senior Auditor, you will conduct payroll audits, assist employers with reporting requirements, collect overdue reports and payments, and help ensure compliance with Unemployment Insurance and Workers' Compensation statutes. You will also serve as a trusted resource for employers and their representatives, providing guidance and support throughout the reporting and audit process.

This position offers the opportunity to work independently, build strong professional relationships with employers across the state, and contribute to programs that support Wyoming's workforce and business community.

Campbell County is located in northeast Wyoming. When you travel to the edge of the Wild West, you expect the unexpected. Wyoming's unexpected gem is also known as the energy capital of the nation. Where you'll find much more than minerals beneath the surface. In this wild country, we embrace the natural paradise of Wyoming with our uncommon flavor for a surprisingly authentic experience. Campbell County is tucked between some of our nation's most famous monuments, Devils Tower National Monument, the Big Horn Mountain Range, and Mount Rushmore National Memorial.

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!

Want to see the full value of your compensation beyond salary? Explore our Total Compensation Calculator: https://compensationcalculator.wyo.gov

Human Resources Contact: 307-437-3270

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

• Works autonomously, under general supervision, within the assigned field district.
• Responsible for the collection of past-due employer reports and monies.
• Establish yearly and/or special audit schedules as assigned.
• Plans the overall strategy for the expected conduct and scope of the audit.
• Conducts payroll audits as assigned.
• Investigate and gather evidence.
• Prepares and submits audit reports and reviews audit work papers for accuracy.
• Applies Wyoming state statutes and agency rules and policies.
• Makes decisions that could potentially be defendable all the way to the Wyoming State Supreme Court.
• Initiates and represents the agency in legal actions, including small claims court, as an expert witness in administrative hearings and court cases.
• Prepares case files for legal actions and works with legal staff as necessary.
• Assists employers and their representatives with filing reports and making payments.
• Establishes relationships with other governmental and private entities, both in and out of state, to facilitate statute compliance.
• Serves as a liaison for the Division to each community within the assigned district.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

Preference may be given to those with a Bachelors degree in Accounting.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of financial calculations.
• Knowledge of interviewing techniques necessary to conduct a thorough examination.
• Knowledge of public speaking to present examination findings.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Bachelors Degree (typically in Finance)

Experience:

0-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in Auditing) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Auditor II

OR

Education & Experience Substitution:

4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in Auditing) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Auditor II

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Occasional travel, mainly local and day trips with a State Vehicle, may be required.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-exempt
• Successful applicant will be required to have a background check.
• The Wyoming Department of Workforce Services (DWS) 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.

Supplemental Information

053-Department of Workforce Services - Administration - Unemployment Tax Division

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

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.

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 11 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 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 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

(FIAU09) How many years of relevant work experience or transferable skills do you have related to the job description? Experience definition: (This experience includes: Financial accounting and auditing experience.)

• 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 in the box below.

05

Do you have a Bachelors Degree or greater in Accounting?

• Yes
• No

06

(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

07

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

08

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

09

(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.

• Yes
• No
• I am not a veteran

10

(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

11

(AA) 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