Accounting Clerk

Description:

About Public Knowledge®

At Public Knowledge®, we help government clients solve tough problems and thrive in complex environments. We support systems, programs, people, project management, learning, and more. While we work across many industries, most of our work is in Health and Medicaid, Child Welfare, and Child Support. Since 2020, PK has been part of the GLI® Group, which means we have the financial backing and infrastructure of a large company. You can learn more about us at www.pubknow.com

Inclusion is a core value of Public Knowledge®. We value and seek to create a more diverse workforce. We encourage women, minorities, veterans, people with disabilities, people with different sexual orientations, people with lived expertise, and other diverse people to apply. We believe every member of our team enriches our diversity by exposing us to a broad range of ways to understand and engage with the world, identify challenges, and to discover, design, and deliver solutions. We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace that highlights the diversity in all of us and our experiences.

Position Summary

As an Accounting Associate, you’ll play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the organization’s fiscal integrity. This position is responsible for day-to-day accounting tasks, including accounts payable and receivable, reconciliations, and reporting, ensuring compliance with organizational policies and applicable regulations.

Location: Cheyenne, WY, in-office job M-F 8:00 – 5:00 pm or 7:00 – 4:00 pm, not remote or hybrid
Reports To: Financial Controller, Leanne Hayes
Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt
Pay Range: $20-30 per hour

Requirements:

Key Responsibilities

• Record and maintain financial transactions in accordance with established accounting principles and Public Knowledge® policies.
• Assist the Financial Controller with drafting policies and procedures.
• Process accounts payable and receivable, including verifying invoices and scheduling payments.
• Prepare bank reconciliations and monitor cash flow.
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting.
• Support payroll processing and expense tracking as needed.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure accurate coding and documentation of expenses.
• Maintain confidentiality and data integrity in all financial operations.

Qualifications and Experience

• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Bachelor’s preferred).
• Minimum of 2 years of bookkeeping or accounting experience.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite (advanced Excel skills preferred).
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Physical Requirements

• Must have the ability to work at a computer for extensive periods of time
• Must have the ability to read (both paper and computer screen) for extensive periods of time
• Must be available from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Monday through Friday in office; this is not a remote or hybrid position