Job Description
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is seeking a Senior Accountant to join the license draw team in Cheyenne, WY. This position is part of the three-person license draw team. It handles all sportsperson requests for a refund or reservation of their license for the next year due to medical, military, death, or court orders. The position issues all donated veteran, wheelchair bound, visually impaired, and life-threatening licenses. It assists the Draw Supervisor in pre-draw and post-draw steps for all limited quota, super tag and preference point drawings. It is responsible for maintaining the physical inventory of all license booklets, permits, tags, applications, forms, supplies, and other items required by license selling agents for license issuance. The position manages the complete reconciliation process for funds received online for limited quota applications, super tags, and preference points. Making sure that for every application the funds are received and properly accounted for. It is responsible for customer account maintenance including error corrections (name, date of birth, etc.), address changes and duplicate record merging to ensure the integrity of the draw process and accurate accounting of preference points. The position also serves as back up for the front counter and telephone information center team, especially during peak times. 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 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 and MUCH MORE!
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Dezzaree Schott / dezzaree.schott@wyo.gov ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed in the job level. Administer requests from hunters for a refund or reservation of their license for the next year due to medical, military, death, or court orders. These requests must be consistent with Commission regulation Chapter 44. Completed requests are submitted to the License Review Board for final decision. This position notifies the requestor of the Board's decision, including mailing approved carryover issuance letters. Maintenance and audit of all License Review Board requests at year's end. Issue all donated veteran, wheelchair bound, visually impaired, and life- threatening licenses issued under W.S. 23-1-705
(k). Assist the Draw Supervisor in pre-draw and post-draw steps for all limited quota, super tag and preference point draws through the Electronic Licensing System in approximately 35 draws. Serve as a backup to the Draw Supervisor. Responsible for maintaining the physical inventory of all license booklets, permits, tags, and stamps. This duty includes maintaining an inventory of items that are sold/have monetary value. Responsible for the physical inventory of all regulations, applications, forms, supplies, etc. required by license selling agents for license issuance. These items do not have monetary value for resale. Manage the complete reconciliation process for funds received online for limited quota applications, super tags, and preference points. This involves the daily balancing and deposit of all funds associated with these programs. Back up for the front counter and telephone information center team, especially during peak times. Work front license sales counter to assist the general public in issuing licenses, watercraft registrations, accepting limited quota draw applications, answering questions and disseminating information on complex State Statutes, Commission Regulations, and Department Policies, which includes managing a cash fund, making change, reconciling daily sales and reporting and the preparation of funds for deposit. PREFERENCES/•AGENCY REQUIREMENTS
•Must have a valid driver's license. KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of hunting and fishing laws and regulations and associated licensing requirements. Knowledge of license review board and license draw regulations and processes. Knowledge of accounting standards and processes, including internal controls, auditing requirements and fund accounting. Knowledge of the Electronic License Service (ELS) system. Skilled in oral and written communication for non-technical audiences. Able to convey complex information to customers in person, on the phone and by email. Able to deal calmly with unhappy customers and communicate complicated rules and regulations in laymen's terms. Skilled in computer applications including Microsoft Word and Excel, Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Drive, Gmail, SQL and custom database systems. Able to prioritize work based on workload/seasonal fluctuations requiring a different emphasis on assigned tasks. Able to solve problems, work independently, prioritize multiple tasks and ask for help when needed. Able to work as a member of a team to ensure efficient and effective workflow. Able to document work processes and consistently follow documented processes. Able to efficiently research and resolve questions. Able to conduct daily cash balancing using ELS balancing reports. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Bachelor's Degree (typically in Finance) Experience:
0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Finance) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Accountant OR Education & Experience Substitution:
3-5 years of progressive work experience (typically in Finance) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Accountant Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
None PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS
Able to lift and transport various types of supplies weighing between 25 and 50 pounds. This position works in a standard office environment with occasional statewide travel required. NOTES:
FLSA:
Non-Exempt Successful applicants for employment must pass a background check prior to the appointment. Click here to view the State of Wyoming Total Compensation Calculator. 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
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