Director of Finance & Budget

Make the Numbers Work—Guide Decisions, Support the Fun! – $140,000/year

Location:

Flowood, MS |

Schedule:

Mon–Fri, 8:30–5:30

Are you a finance pro who loves numbers, problem-solving, and keeping things running smoothly? As the Director of Finance & Budget with the Mississippi Lottery Corporation, you’ll oversee reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls while helping the organization make smart, data-driven decisions. Your work will impact everything from daily operations to strategic planning, ensuring the Lottery stays on track while bringing fun and excitement to Mississippi.

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Note:

employees of the Mississippi Lottery Corporation are not considered state employees.)

• Prepare, review, and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Lead the annual budgeting process and monitor budget-to-actual results.
• Develop forecasts that reflect lottery sales, prize payouts, and operating costs.
• Oversee the player claims function to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and policy compliance.
• Supervise and support the Financial Analyst and Player Claims team.
• Review staff-prepared analyses, reconciliations, and reports.
• Improve financial systems, reporting tools, and processes.
• Ensure strong internal controls and compliance with accounting standards.
• Partner with other departments to support operations and decision-making.
• Have a bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s a plus); relevant experience may be considered.
• Have 3+ years in financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, or planning, including supervisory experience.
• Understand GAAP, internal controls, and compliance, with a focus on accuracy and efficiency.
• Have led small finance teams and collaborated across departments.
• Partner effectively with leadership to provide insights and support strategic decisions.
• Are proficient with financial systems and Excel (advanced formulas, models, and analysis).
• Communicate complex financial information clearly to leadership.
• Experience in regulated or audited environments is a plus.

• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and long-term disability insurance, retirement with company match, FSA and dependent care options, paid holidays, and generous PTO – among others.
• Dynamic, fast-paced work supporting a mission-driven organization.

• In‑office role using standard office equipment.
• Requires sitting, standing, and occasional lifting (up to 50 lbs).

At the Mississippi Lottery Corporation, your work matters. You’ll be part of a professional, dynamic environment where your contributions help the organization succeed and the state enjoy the fun of the Lottery. We are a Drug Free Workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities.