State of New Hampshire Job Posting
Lottery and Gaming Commission
Finance Unit
14 Integra Drive. Concord, NH 03301
ACCOUNTANT I
Position #14395
$19.96/hour - $26.41/hour
*See total compensation information at the bottom of announcement*
The New Hampshire Lottery and Gaming Commission is seeking a full-time Accountant I . This position plays an important role in supporting the Commission's financial operations through accurate accounting practices, financial reconciliations, and internal control activities.
Responsibilities include performing daily accounting functions, balancing and reconciling deferred revenue, auditing revolving prize funds, completing bank reconciliations, preparing and transmitting Positive Pay files, and conducting Internal Control System (ICS) financial verification activities, including online testing and validation of new Lottery games.
If you have strong analytical skills, a commitment to accuracy, and a passion for maintaining financial accountability, we encourage you to apply and become part of a team dedicated to operational excellence and public trust.
YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS: Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Associate's degree and 1 year of experience OR equivalent combination of 3 years of education and experience after completion of high school. Relevant areas must be in accounting, business administration, auditing, finance, or a related field.
License/Certification: Valid driver's license and/or have access to transportation.
Trainee Option: Not applicable
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of accounting principles and methods, with the ability to apply and adapt established procedures to financial transactions. Ability to analyze detailed written and numerical data, perform accurate calculations, and maintain accurate accounting records.
AFTER-HIRE REQUIREMENTS: NONE
CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES:
In-Band Advancement Available: Yes No
Criteria: None
Broad Group Level Advancement Available: Yes No
Criteria: None
DISCLAIMERS:
The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title.
When applicable, the work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual. An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Operates, maintains, and balances the Internal Control System (ICS) to verify the accuracy of financial transactions for all Lottery games, including sales, cash receipts, cancellations, winners, liabilities, and promotional transactions. Works with NHICS vendors to resolve discrepancies, perform testing for new games and system enhancements, and ensure quality control and compliance with Multi-State Lottery (MUSL) rules, regulations, and agency procedures.
- Verifies hot back up site is running and available for emergency use at any given time.
- Audits, and deposits Lottery funds received through agency operations and courier services, records financial transactions in the State’s integrated financial system (NH FIRST), as required by statute, and verifies the accuracy of funds received from customers and retailers for Lottery products.
- Creates and performs reconciliations in accordance with the Governmental Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and NH Lottery procedures for a variety of complex accounts, including deferred revenue, one million dollar prize accounts, income ledger, daily positive pays, TD Bank reconciliations, merchant card reconciliations and general ledger accounts as needed.
- Reviews and analyzes accounts receivable (A/R) reports for accuracy, verifies batch control totals and system uploads, and prepares and processes MS add-ins into the State's integrated financial system.
- Reconciles daily prize checks issued to flat files prepared for bank upload to ensure the accuracy of payment information and support the prevention of fraudulent activity.
- Cross-trains with other accounting roles to support the preparation and processing of financial entries for posting to the General Ledger, and transferring funds annually into State Treasurer’s account.
For further information please contact Jennifer Zackowski, Finance Associate at [email protected]
*TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION*
The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits
The actual value of State-paid health benefits and the amount of employee health benefit contributions may vary depending on the type of plan selected and the bargaining unit with which a position is associated.
See this link for details on State-paid health benefits: https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx
Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 12.87% of pay
Other Benefits
- Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)
- Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
- State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan
- Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan
- $50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance
- Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)
Total Compensation Statement Worksheet: https://www.das.nh.gov/jobsearch/compensation-calculator.aspx
Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website: https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf
https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/index.aspx
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TDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-735-2964
