Financial Administrator II

State of Vermont • Berlin, VT

10d • $28 - $44 • Onsite

About The Position

The Vermont Department of Liquor and Lottery (DLL) is seeking an analytically minded, detail-oriented professional to join our accounting team as the Financial Administrator II for the Lottery Enterprise Fund. This position supports Vermont Lottery financial operations while ensuring compliance with accounting best practices. The Vermont Department of Liquor and Lottery offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a mission that directly benefits Vermonters. The Lottery Enterprise Fund provides 100% of its net profits to the State's Education Fund. You'll work in a dynamic, collaborative environment that helps shape the future of lottery gaming products and platforms to enhance player experiences.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting AND one (1) year or more of professional experience in accounting involving maintaining, reviewing, and analyzing accounting or financial data and records to ensure compliance with accepted accounting practices and standards.
• OR Two years of full-time college coursework OR an Associate's degree in accounting, business administration, office administration or a related field AND three (3) years or more of professional experience in accounting involving maintaining, reviewing, and analyzing accounting or financial data and records to ensure compliance with accepted accounting practices and standards.
• OR High School diploma or equivalent AND four (4) years or more of professional experience in accounting involving maintaining, reviewing, and analyzing accounting or financial data and records to ensure compliance with accepted accounting practices and standards.
• OR One (1) year or more as a Financial Administrator I with the State of Vermont.
• OR Certification as a CPA.

Nice To Haves

• Strong understanding of financial accounting
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a compliance-driven environment
• Robust analytical skills
• Ability to pivot as necessary within a dynamic work environment
• Excellent communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, Adobe Acrobat, and the ability to learn and regularly use approved financial applications as technology and processes evolve
• Demonstrated customer service skills
• Commitment to internal and external collaboration
• Dedication to serving the Vermont public
• Ability to provide internal customer support, including inventory reports, sales data, and earnings reports.
• Supervisory experience
• Experience working with the VISION system (VISION is the State of Vermont PeopleSoft financial management system)

Responsibilities

• Reconcile general ledger and bank accounts for the Lottery Enterprise Fund
• Prepare accounting entries to accurately reflect Vermont Lottery business activities
• Manage the collection and reconciliation of weekly sales revenue from Vermont Lottery agents
• Provide samples and documentation for external audits
• Support internal departments with data requests
• Aptitude for learning and efficiency using automated systems
• Support improvements and enhancements to Lottery Gaming System software suite
• Support vendor efforts to meet Vermont Lottery's annual tax reporting requirements

Benefits

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level