Vault Cashier

Ute Mountain Casino Hotel; Towaoc (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Ute Mountain Casino Hotel is seeking a Vault Cashier to securely handle and reconcile large volumes of currency and gaming instruments within a highly controlled environment. You will operate under dual custody, prepare cash replenishments, and ensure meticulous, audit-ready records to support uninterrupted gaming operations.

Applicants should have cash-handling experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to maintain confidentiality and integrity in a regulated setting, including

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old and able to obtain a Ute Mountain Ute Gaming Commission Support License.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience in cash handling, banking, accounting, or customer service preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive, count, verify, and store large volumes of currency, coin, and gaming instruments.
• Prepare and issue cash drawers, banks, and replenishment funds to Cage and Imprest Cashiers.
• Balance vault inventories daily and investigate discrepancies per escalation procedures.
• Record all vault transactions in approved systems and keep audit-ready documentation.
• Maintain compliance with gaming regulations, internal controls, and AML requirements.

Skills

Cash handling

Currency reconciliation

Attention to detail

Regulatory compliance

Discretion and integrity

Communication skills

Customer service

Dual-control procedures

High accuracy

Shift adaptability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Vault Cashier is responsible for the secure handling, reconciliation, and distribution of large volumes of casino funds within a highly regulated and restricted-access environment. This role serves as a critical safeguard of casino assets by ensuring all vault operations are performed with precision, integrity, and strict adherence to internal controls and gaming regulations. Success in this position is defined by exceptional accuracy, procedural discipline, and the ability to operate confidently under dual control and heightened accountability while supporting uninterrupted gaming operations.Vault Operations & Bulk Cash Handling: Receive, count, verify, and store large volumes of currency, coin, and gaming instruments within the casino vault. Ensure all vault transactions are processed accurately, securely, and in accordance with internal controls and gaming regulations.Dual Control, Security & Asset Protection: Perform all vault activities under dual custody and strict segregation of duties. Maintain constant awareness of security protocols to safeguard high-value assets and prevent loss, theft, or procedural breaches.Replenishment & Cage Support: Prepare and issue cash drawers, banks, and replenishment funds to Cage Cashiers, Imprest Cashiers, and other authorized departments. Ensure timely and accurate distribution and receipt of funds to support continuous casino operations.Vault Reconciliation & Discrepancy Resolution: Balance vault inventories daily by reconciling all incoming and outgoing funds. Investigate and report discrepancies immediately in accordance with established escalation procedures.System Use & Transaction Documentation: Accurately record all vault transactions using approved financial and cage systems. Ensure all documentation is complete, legible, and audit-ready for internal, external, and regulatory review.Regulatory Compliance & Audit Readiness: Maintain compliance with all applicable gaming regulations, internal controls, and AML requirements. Ensure vault operations remain fully transparent and defensible during audits, inspections, and regulatory inquiries.Cash Flow Monitoring & Reporting: Monitor vault balances and cash flow levels to ensure sufficient liquidity for gaming operations. Communicate funding needs or unusual trends to Vault Shift Supervisor or Cage Management.Coordination with Count, Finance & Security: Work collaboratively with the Count Team, Finance & Accounting, and Security to ensure smooth cash movement, timely deposits, and secure handling of funds across departments.Procedural Adherence & Operational Discipline: Follow all SOPs, internal controls, and regulatory standards without deviation. Remain current on procedural updates, system changes, and required training.Professional Conduct in a Restricted-Access Environment: Maintain confidentiality, integrity, and professionalism at all times while operating in secure, surveillance-controlled areas with heightened accountability.GeneralMust be at least 21 years old and able to obtain and maintain a Ute Mountain Ute Gaming Commission Support License.Must demonstrate a high degree of honesty, integrity, and professionalism.Must be able and willing to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, holidays, and early or late shifts as required by operations.Strong customer service skills with the ability to remain calm and professional in high-pressure environments.Ability to handle sensitive financial information with strict confidentiality.Strong attention to detail and commitment to procedural compliance.EducationHigh school diploma or GED preferredExperiencePrevious cash handling, banking, accounting, or customer service experience preferred.Experience in gaming, financial institutions, or other regulated cash-handling environments is a plus.Entry-level candidates with strong aptitude and reliability will be considered.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)Knowledge of basic cash-handling principles and financial accuracy standards.Skill in counting, verifying, and reconciling currency and gaming instruments.Ability to learn and adhere to gaming regulations, internal controls, and AML requirements.Ability to operate transaction systems and maintain clear, audit-ready documentation.Ability to communicate clearly with guests, supervisors, and team members.Ability to maintain focus and accuracy during repetitive and high-volume transaction processing. Ability to operate effectively in restricted-access, duel-control vault operations with heightened accountability.