Finance & Accounting Professional 2
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
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Job summary
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is seeking a Finance/Accounting professional to perform complex financial analyses, maintain records, and support management with cost reporting and compliance under DOE contracts. The role requires strong analytical skills, knowledge of government accounting rules, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
The position offers opportunities for growth within the Business Services Directorate, with emphasis on accuracy, process improvement, and
Qualifications
- BS/BA with 2+ years of relevant finance and accounting experience.
- MS/MA or higher.
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, MIS or related business field.
- Knowledge of FAR, DEAR, Cost Accounting Standards and PNNL guidelines.
- Skilled with basic financial systems and Excel/Access.
Responsibilities
- Develops solutions to complex problems requiring ingenuity and creativity.
- May lead projects of limited scope and apply appropriate accounting methods.
- Conduct monthly analyses to provide management information on cost and financial processing.
- Provide support to internal and external auditors as directed by management.
- Document procedures to ensure compliance with government accounting requirements.
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Job description
At PNNL, our core capabilities are divided amongmajor departments that werefer to as Directorateswithin the Lab, focused on a specific area of scientific research orother function, with its own leadership team and dedicated budget.
Our directorates related to Mission Support & Operations includeOffice of General Counsel, Business Services, Communications and External Engagement,Operational Systems,Communications and Information Technology,and Performance Management.
The Business Services Directorate(BSD)provides crucial financial, procurement and sales, and project management services to PNNL, as required under our management and operations contract foroperatingthe Lab on behalf of the Department of Energy. Our goal in offering these services is to ensure efficient, effective, and compliant business operations that enhance PNNL's scientific impact.
BSD presents exciting opportunities for financial professionals seeking career growth. Wefoster a dynamic environment where individuals can develop their skills, take on leadership roles, and contribute to high-impact projects. By working with multidisciplinary teams, professionals have the chance to broaden theirexpertise, engage in continuous learning, and advance their careers while contributing to the groundbreaking scientific work at PNNL.
The Business Services Directorate (BSD) delivers essential financial, contractual, and project management capabilities to Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) that are required as part of our management and operations contract to operate PNNL on behalf of the Department of Energy (DOE). Our BSD purpose in delivering these capabilities is to provide efficient, effective, and compliant business services in order to increase the scientific impact of PNNL. Develops solutions to complex problems which require the regular use of ingenuity and creativity. Identifies opportunities and risks and makes recommendations affecting organizational objectives.
The Finance & Accounting Professional performs a variety of financial and/or accounting activities,which may include the maintenance, control, analysis, and development of complex financial/accounting records, reports and systems and their ongoing support. Provide or assist in business advice and services to management and staff to ensure compliance with applicable federal laws, regulations, policies, and sound business practices. Adheres to and communicates business policies and procedures, including training and interpretation for the various organizations supported.
- Develops solutions to complex problems which require the regular use of ingenuity and creativity. Identifies opportunities and risks and makes recommendations affecting organizational objectives.
- May lead projects of limited scope. Demonstrates good judgment in selecting financial and accounting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.
- Conduct monthly analyses to provide management information on the performance of the cost and financial processing requirements.
- Perform routine assessments in support of the Finance and General Accounting self-assessments processes, and as directed by management.
- Provides technical support and training to others with less experience in support of the Finance and General Accounting, and as directed by management.
- Perform and provide technical support others for financial processing, accruals, allocations, manual accounting entries, account reconciliations and general ledger accounting entries.
- Prepare, review, and validate complete and accuracy of financial data, i.e., Invalids, Cost Corrections, allocations, write-off, financial transaction processing, and accruals.
- Performs financial studies; analyzes data; makes recommendations based on findings; prepares correspondence and reports based on those studies.
- Analyzes business transactions; performs operational audits to identify and recommend corrections for related problems; audits transactions of others for adherence to accounting principles and policies.
- Work with other groups such as Information Management Services, Financial Operations staff, Contracts staff, and Business Office staff to resolve issues.
- Provide support to internal and external auditors, as directed by management.
- Support IM services with routine maintenance, as well as testing new system functionality or upgrades to systems to ensure core functionality is maintained.
- Document procedures to ensure compliance with government accounting requirements.
- Develop solutions and may lead process improvement initiatives with limited scope for in Cost Accounting and General Accounting.
Minimum Qualifications:
- BS/BA and 2+ years of relevant finance and accounting experience -OR-
- MS/MA or higher
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, MIS or a related business field.
- Assignments may be wide in scope requiring a broad background of experience or independent action and a high degree of initiative to resolve issues.
- Skilled in the use of basic financial and accounting systems and software.
- A high degree of knowledge of Microsoft Access and Excel.
- Working knowledge of financial systems, general accounting practices and strong analytical and communication skills are required.
- Knowledge of FAR, DEAR, Cost Accounting Standards and PNNL Charging Guidelines.
Not Applicable
This is not a Testing Designated Position (TDP).
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is a world-class research institution powered by a highly educated, diverse workforce committed to the values of Integrity, Creativity, Collaboration, Impact, and Courage. Every year, scores of dynamic, driven people come to PNNL to work with renowned researchers on meaningful science, innovations and outcomes for the U.S. Department of Energy and other sponsors; here is your chance to be one of them!
At PNNL, you will find an exciting research environment and excellent benefits including health insurance, and flexible work schedules. PNNL is located in eastern Washington State—the dry side of Washington known for its stellar outdoor recreation and affordable cost of living. The Lab’s campus is only a 45-minute flight (or ~3 hour drive) from Seattle or Portland, and is serviced by the convenient PSC airport, connected to 8 major hubs.
Our laboratory is committed to fostering a work environment where all individuals are treated with fairness and respect while solving critical challenges in fundamental sciences, national security, and energy resiliency. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. PNNL considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), protected veteran status, and any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local laws.
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures and in employment. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, contact us at careers@pnnl.gov.
PNNL is committed to a drug-free workplace supported by Workplace Substance Abuse Program (WSAP) and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs.
If you are offered employment at PNNL, you must pass a drug test prior to commencing employment. PNNL complies with federal law regarding illegal drug use. Under federal law, marijuana remains an illegal drug. If you test positive for any illegal controlled substance, including marijuana, your offer of employment will be withdrawn.
As a national laboratory, PNNL is responsible for adhering to the Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Order 473.1A, which require new employees to obtain and maintain a HSPD-12 Personal Identify Verification (PIV) Credential. To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete the applicable tier of federal background investigation post hire and receive a favorable federal adjudication. The tier of federal background investigation will be determined by job duties and national security or public trust responsibilities associated with the job. All tiers of investigation include a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture within the last 1 to 7 years (depending on the applicable tier of investigation). Illegal drug activities include marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws.
For foreign national candidates:
If you have not resided in the U.S. for three consecutive years, you are not eligible for the PIV credential and instead will need to obtain a favorable Local Site Specific Only (LSSO) Federal risk determination to maintain employment. Once you meet the three-year residency requirement thereafter, you will be required to obtain a PIV credential to maintain employment. The tier of federal background investigation required to obtain the PIV credential will be determined by job duties at the time you become eligible for the PIV credential.
Please be aware that the Department of Energy (DOE) prohibits DOE employees and contractors from having any affiliation with the foreign government of a country DOE has identified as a “country of risk” without explicit approval by DOE and Battelle. If you are offered a position at PNNL and currently have any affiliation with the government of one of these countries, you will be required to disclose this information and recuse yourself of that affiliation or receive approval from DOE and Battelle prior to your first day of employment.
- medical insurance
- dental insurance
- vision insurance
- robust telehealth care options
- several mental health benefits
- free wellness coaching
- health savings account
- flexible spending accounts
- basic life insurance
- disability insurance*
- employee assistance program
- business travel insurance
- tuition assistance
- relocation
- backup childcare
- legal benefits
- supplemental parental bonding leave
- surrogacy and adoption assistance
- fertility support
- employees automatically enrolled in our company-funded pension plan* and may enroll in our 401 (k) savings plan with company match*
- employees may accrue up to 120 vacation hours per year
- employees may receive ten paid holidays per year
* Research Associates excluded.
**All benefits are dependent upon eligibility.
PNNL lists the full pay range for the position in the job posting. Starting pay is calculated from the minimum of the pay range and actual placement in the range is determined based on an individual’s relevant job-related skills, qualifications, and experience. This approach is applicable to all positions, with the exception of positions governed by collective bargaining agreements and certain limited-term positions which have specific pay rules.
As part of our commitment to fair compensation practices, we do not ask for or consider current or past salaries in making compensation offers at hire. Instead, our compensation offers are determined by the specific requirements of the position, prevailing market trends, applicable collective bargaining agreements, pay equity for the position type, and individual qualifications and skills relevant to the performance of the position.
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