Wyoming accountant employment contract template

Wyoming Accountant Employment Contract

This Wyoming Accountant Employment Contract (the “Agreement”) is made and entered into as of [Date], by and between [Employer Full Legal Name], a [State] [Entity Type, e.g., corporation] with its principal place of business at [Employer Address] (“Employer”), and [Employee Full Legal Name], residing at [Employee Address] (“Employee”).

1. Employment

• Option A: Employer hereby employs Employee, and Employee hereby accepts employment with Employer, as an Accountant.
• Option B: Employer shall employ Employee as Accountant and Employee accepts such employment under the terms of this Agreement.

2. Position and Responsibilities

Employee's position will be Accountant. Employee shall perform the following duties:

• Maintaining general ledgers and financial records.
• Preparing and filing federal and Wyoming-specific business taxes (including sales/use tax and mineral extraction taxes if applicable).
• Financial reporting in accordance with GAAP and Wyoming state regulations.
• Internal audit support.
• Compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Payroll processing specific to Wyoming wage withholding laws.
• Managing accounts payable/receivable for clients operating in industries prevalent in Wyoming (e.g., energy, mining, agriculture).
• Processing and reconciliation of bank accounts.
• Preparing periodic reports for management and regulatory bodies (including Wyoming Department of Revenue).
• Other duties as assigned by Employer.

3. Qualifications

• Option A: Employee represents and warrants that they possess the necessary skills, licenses, and certifications to perform the duties outlined in Section 2, including [list specific qualifications, e.g., CPA licensure, relevant degrees]. Employee must maintain a good standing with the Wyoming Board of Certified Public Accountants, if applicable.
• Option B: Employee is required to maintain current knowledge in accounting practices. Employee must complete at least [Number] hours of continuing professional education (CPE) annually. Employee will participate in Wyoming-recognized compliance training (e.g., anti-money laundering, state ethics updates).

4. Reporting Structure

Employee will report to [Supervisor Title/Name]. Employee will work with the [Department Name] department, including finance, compliance, and tax departments.

5. Work Location

• Option A: Employee's primary work location will be at Employer's office located at [Office Address] in Wyoming.
• Option B: Employee's work location is [Remote/Hybrid] and subject to Employer's remote work policy and data security protocols.

6. Full-Time Employment

Employee’s position is a full-time position. Standard work hours are [Number] hours per week, from [Start Time] to [End Time], Monday through Friday, excluding company holidays. Overtime will be compensated in accordance with Wyoming state and federal wage/hour laws. Meal and rest breaks will be provided as required by Wyoming Department of Workforce Services. Employee is required to track time accurately through [Time Tracking System].

7. Compensation

• Option A: Employee's annual base salary will be [Dollar Amount], payable [Pay Frequency, e.g., bi-weekly].
• Option B: Employee's hourly wage will be [Dollar Amount], payable [Pay Frequency, e.g., bi-weekly].

Overtime will be paid at a rate of one and one-half (1.5) times the regular rate of pay for hours worked over forty (40) in a workweek, as per FLSA and Wyoming law. The company may offer bonuses based on performance, to be determined at the end of each calendar year. Payment timing will adhere to Wyoming wage payment laws.

8. Benefits

Employee shall be eligible for the following benefits:

• Group health, dental, and vision insurance through [Insurance Carrier].
• Retirement or 401(k) plan.
• [Number] days of paid time off (vacation, sick leave, and personal days).
• Bereavement leave as per Employer policy.
• Jury duty leave as required by law.
• Observed state/federal holidays.
• Professional development or license maintenance assistance of up to [Dollar Amount] per year.
• Mileage/travel reimbursement in accordance with Wyoming tax rules.
• Wellness programs.

9. Data Protection and Confidentiality

Employee agrees to maintain the confidentiality of all financial, tax, and trade secret information related to Employer and its clients. Employee will handle documents securely in accordance with Wyoming data privacy and financial recordkeeping statutes (including retention and destruction of business records under W.S. § 17-28-104). Disclosure to third parties is strictly prohibited, even after termination of employment.

10. Intellectual Property

All accounting work products, analyses, financial models, and supporting documentation created during employment are the property of Employer. Employee's use of accounting software or spreadsheets must comply with Employer's policies.

11. Professional Conduct

Employee will adhere to the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct, Wyoming Board of CPA rules (if applicable), and all Employer workplace policies on ethics and accuracy.

12. Conflicts of Interest

Employee must promptly disclose any potential conflicts of interest. Employee will not engage in outside accounting services or business dealings without prior written approval from Employer.

13. Document Retention and Destruction

Employee will follow Employer's document retention and destruction practices in accordance with Wyoming's statutory requirements for business records.

14. Equal Opportunity Employment

Employer is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all Wyoming anti-discrimination laws (W.S. § 27‑9‑101 et seq.) and federal laws.

15. At-Will Employment

Employment is at-will, meaning either party may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause and with or without notice. Upon termination, Employee agrees to return all company property. Employer will provide Employee's final paycheck within the next regularly scheduled pay period, as per W.S. § 27‑4‑104.

16. Disciplinary Action

Employee is subject to disciplinary action, performance reviews, progressive discipline, and improvement plans as deemed necessary by Employer. Performance reviews will be conducted [Frequency, e.g., annually].

17. Background Checks

• Option A: Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.
• Option B: Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a credit check.

The scope of the background check/credit check will include [Specific details of the background/credit check].

18. Non-Compete/Non-Solicitation (Optional - Seek Legal Counsel)

• Option A: During the term of employment and for a period of [Number] months following termination, Employee shall not, directly or indirectly, engage in any business that competes with Employer within a [Number] mile radius of [Employer's Primary Location]. Employee shall not solicit Employer's clients or employees during this period. This clause is intended to be compliant with Wyoming's laws on non-compete agreements.
• Option B: This agreement does not contain a Non-Compete/Non-Solicitation clause.

19. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be resolved through good faith negotiation. If negotiation fails, the parties agree to attempt mediation before resorting to litigation. This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Wyoming. The venue for any legal action shall be [County Name] County, Wyoming.

20. Occupational Health and Safety

Employee will comply with all state occupational health and safety requirements, including Wyoming Workers' Compensation Act.

21. Accommodations

Employer will provide reasonable accommodations for disability or religious practices in accordance with Wyoming and federal law.

22. Professional Liability Insurance

• Option A: Employer maintains professional liability insurance coverage for Employee’s actions within the scope of employment.
• Option B: Employee is responsible for maintaining his/her own professional liability insurance.

23. Travel Requirements

Employee may be required to travel within Wyoming. All travel will be reimbursed in accordance with Employer's travel policy and Wyoming tax rules.

24. Wyoming-Specific Tax Practices

Employee will comply with all Wyoming-specific tax practices, including mineral tax accounting (if applicable).

25. Remote/Digital Work (if applicable)

Employee must securely handle client and employer digital financial data. Employee will adhere to the Wyoming Uniform Electronic Transactions Act for electronic records and signatures. Employee will complete any required cybersecurity training.

26. Severability

If any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

27. Entire Agreement

This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior agreements and understandings, whether written or oral, relating to the subject matter hereof. Any modifications to this Agreement must be in writing and signed by both parties. In the event of a conflict between this agreement and any subsequent amendment, the most recent amendment shall govern.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the date first written above.

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[Employer Full Legal Name]

By: [Employer Representative Name]

Title: [Employer Representative Title]

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[Employee Full Legal Name]