Accounting Clerk

Job Title Open Until Filled Description and Functions General Description: Open and sort sales, use, mineral, and cigarette tax returns. Endorse checks and tax return documents were received to deposit sales, use, lodging, mineral, and cigarette monies with the State Treasurer's Office. Scan endorsed checks and tax documents into the ETS System for processing and posting. Prepares the daily deposit for bank processing. Audit and verify character recognition to match the image of the return in the Excise Tax System. Analyze and reject documents to the Excise Tax Division for further verification. Processes bar-code cleanup recognition for proper posting of documents. Serves as backup for processing and distributing all outgoing and incoming mail for the department when needed. 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! 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: compensationcalculator.wyo.gov Human Resource Contact: Rose Richardson / View email address on click.appcast.io / View phone number on click.appcast.io Essential Functions: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level. Audits, Studies, and Verifies character recognition of scanned sales/use tax returns to ensure accuracy. Corrects inaccuracies and forwards for additional processing. Opens, Sorts sales/use/mineral tax returns by type and distribution to the department. Verifies returns. Endorses checks and corresponding documentation/returns to deposit monies with the State Treasurer's Office. Calculates checks to balance monies received. Scans sales/use/mineral tax returns and applications into ETS & MTS systems to process and post to proper accounts. Ensures proper positioning and legibility. Makes decisions as to legibility. Works problem documents through the bar-code recognition program. Uses considerable judgment and analytical skills when determining how to resolve problems. Works closely with technical personnel to fix and resolve problems. Coordinates with other division personnel to meet deadlines, closing, and general accounting requirements of the division/section. Attends staff meetings to receive information, discuss and resolve situations with superiors, and coordinate activities with other sections within the unit. Keep abreast of new work techniques and implement changes as required. Performs other tasks and responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor. Qualifications Knowledge: Knowledge of basic accounting and business principles. Knowledge of data entry in the WOLFS III system. Knowledge of computer program applications, data management, and record-keeping. Knowledge of State and Federal codes, regulations, and related statutes. Minimum Qualifications: Education: Associate's Degree (typically in Finance) Experience: No prior experience required OR Education & Experience Substitution: 1-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in Finance) Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: None Necessary Special Requirements Physical Working Conditions: Typical office environment. Notes: FLSA: Non-Exempt Supplemental Information 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.