Accounting Analyst

Capital Construction Fiscal & Procurement AnalystThe Capital Construction Fiscal & Procurement Analyst is responsible for the fiscal oversight, budget management, procurement compliance, and financial reporting for the State Construction Department's Capital Construction Program. This position manages complex, multi-year capital construction appropriations across multiple funding sources and legislative appropriations.The position exercises independent judgment in interpreting legislative appropriations, monitoring expenditures, maintaining fiscal integrity, and ensuring compliance with state procurement statutes and financial regulations. It serves as the primary fiscal resource for assigned capital construction projects and provides guidance to project managers, division administrators, and state agencies regarding budget availability, procurement requirements, and procurement financial reporting.At the State Construction Department, your work directly supports the infrastructure that enables Wyoming's education system and state government operations to function effectively. From K-12 schools and community colleges to state facilities serving public safety and healthcare, the department manages programs that impact communities across the state.This role offers the opportunity to shape statewide policy, guide long-term facility planning strategies, and support responsible stewardship of public construction investments. If you enjoy working at the intersection of public policy, planning, and infrastructure development, this position provides a unique opportunity to influence projects and policies that leave a lasting statewide impact.Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurancePaid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidaysRetirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure futureMeaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communitiesand MUCH MORE!Human Resource Contact: Serenity Moffett / View phone number on click.appcast.io / View email address on click.appcast.io listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed in the job level.Capital Construction Budget ManagementManage and balance assigned Capital Construction project budgets totaling approximately $885 million across 36 active projects.Monitor expenditures to ensure proper application of appropriate funds.Analyze project budgets and prepare budget transfer requests and BGP120 documents.Review, process, and approve fiscal transactions, including vendor payments, purchase requests, encumbrances, corrections, service dates, budget coding, and object/sub-object coding.Prepare and process fiscal documents within WOLFS (the state accounting system).Create and maintain retainage accounts for construction vendors.Ensuring every financial transaction entered into WOLFS is accurately mirrored within the Operate AiM database and maintain ongoing reconciliation between systems throughout the life of assigned projects.Procurement Administration & ComplianceDetermine whether procurement requests qualify under State Construction Department procurement authority or require referral to the Department of Administration & Information Procurement Office.Review quote-based procurements.Analyze contracts to verify compliance with procurement statutes, rules, and contractual requirements.Determine whether procurements should utilize Master Service Agreements or Purchase Orders.Verify required procurement documentation, including Wyoming vendor preference, bonding requirements, bid exception approvals, and contract documentation.Review and approve procurement requests before processing.Track all contract and purchase order amendments, including changes to scope, schedule, vendors, and funding.Fiscal Reporting & Financial AnalysisMaintain project contract, funding source, and payment information for assigned projects.Support internal and external audits.Revenue Monitoring & Legislative ComplianceMonitor revenue budgets for projects funded through multiple appropriations and funding sources, including jointly funded private and state-funded projects.Interpret legislative appropriations, footnotes, restrictions, and special funding language.Ensure expenditures are charged to the correct appropriation, fiscal year, revenue source, and budget string.Monitor revenue balances to ensure expenditures remain proportional to legislative funding requirements.Maintain compliance with all applicable fiscal restrictions throughout the life of each project.QualificationsPreference will be given to candidates with government accounting experience; capital construction project accounting experience; state procurement experience; experience with WOLFS or comparable governmental financial systems; experience with legislative appropriations and capital budgeting; and 6–8 years of progressively responsible experience in accounting, governmental finance, capital project accounting, procurement administration, or a closely related field.Governmental accounting principles and financial management.Capital construction budgeting and project accounting.Cost accounting practices.State procurement statutes, administrative rules, and policies.Legislative appropriations and session laws.Construction Management fiscal reporting requirements and financial reporting standards.Audit preparation and documentation requirements.WOLFS financial system and AiM asset/project management system operations.Budget development, monitoring, and reconciliation.Advanced financial analysis, contract analysis, and procurement administration skills.Strong written and verbal communication, customer service, and organizational skills.Ability to prioritize multiple projects with competing deadlines and maintain professionalism under pressure.Ability to independently interpret complex legislative appropriations, funding restrictions, and procurement statutes.Ability to analyze financial data, make sound fiscal decisions, and exercise sound judgment when resolving fiscal and procurement issues.Ability to manage multiple large-scale capital construction projects simultaneously under tight deadlines.Ability to communicate effectively with executive leadership, project managers, contractors, vendors, and state agencies.Ability to maintain confidentiality, professional integrity, and strict attention to detail.Minimum Qualifications: Education: Bachelor's 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: NoneNecessary Special RequirementsPhysical Working Conditions:Work is performed primarily in an office environment.Requires frequent use of computers and standard office equipment.Requires prolonged periods of sitting while reviewing financial records and preparing reports.Frequent communication with state agencies, contractors, vendors, and management.Occasional lifting of files or office materials up to 20 pounds.May require extended work hours during fiscal year-end, legislative sessions, audits, or major project deadlines.Notes:FLSA: Non-exemptSupplemental InformationWorking 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 familyVoluntary Benefits – including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accountsMultiple retirement options – including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial securityGenerous paid leave and flexible schedules – vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 9 paid holidays each yearPublic Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility – for those with qualifying student loansTraining and professional development – to support your career growth and advancementEmployee Assistance Program – Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discountsWellness Program – Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal healthKnow your full value. 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