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Director of Finance & Budget

Mississippi Lottery Corp, Flowood, Mississippi, United States

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

Flowood, MS

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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.

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

What You’ll Do:

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.

Why You’ll Love It:

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.

Physical & Work Environment:

In‑office role using standard office equipment.

Requires sitting, standing, and occasional lifting (up to 50 lbs).

Why Join Us? 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.

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