Financial Administrator III

Financial Administrator III (Job Requisition #55053)

The Vermont Department of Liquor and Lottery (DLL) is seeking an analytically minded, detail-oriented financial professional to join our accounting team as the Financial Administrator III for the Lottery Enterprise Fund. This position is pivotal in managing Vermont Lottery financial operations and ensuring compliance with accounting principles.

• 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

• Commitment to internal and external collaboration
• Dedication to serving the Vermont public
• Aptitude for learning and efficiency using automated systems

• Reconcile general ledger and bank accounts for the Lottery Enterprise Fund
• Prepare complex accounting entries to accurately reflect Vermont Lottery business activities
• Manage the collection and reconciliation of weekly sales revenue from Vermont Lottery agents
• Provide specialized analysis and support for external audits
• Conduct cost analysis
• Facilitate improvements and enhancements to Lottery Gaming System reports
• Lead efforts to meet Vermont Lottery’s annual tax reporting requirements

This position is open to all State employees and external applicants.

Bachelor's degree in accounting AND one (1) year of accounting experience maintaining, reviewing, analyzing and accounting or financial data and records to ensure compliance with accepted accounting practices and standards

OR

Associate's degree in accounting, business administration, office administration or a related field AND four (4) years of professional experience in accounting, maintaining, reviewing, analyzing and accounting or financial data and records to ensure compliance with accepted accounting practices and standards

OR

High School diploma or equivalent AND five (5) 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

Two (2) years as a Financial Administrator II with the State of Vermont.

NOTE:

CPA certificate is considered qualifying.

For some positions preference may be given to applicants with supervisory experience.

• Familiarity with Lottery regulatory frameworks and compliance standards
• Proficiency in Excel
• Experience with the VISION system (State of Vermont People Soft financial system) and VTBuys

For some positions experience working with the VISION system may be required.

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

• 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

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status.

The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.