Finance & Accounting Professional 5
Employer: Pacific Northwest National Laboratory · Location: Richland, Washington · Posting: PNL-12183 · Type: Full-Time · Pay: $126,300-$199,600/yr
Duties
Overview At PNNL, our core capabilities are divided among major departments that we refer to as Directorates within the Lab, focused on a specific area of scientific research or other function, with its own leadership team and dedicated budget. Our directorates related to Mission Support & Operations include Office 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 for operating the 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. We foster 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 their expertise, engage in continuous learning, and advance their careers while contributing to the groundbreaking scientific work at PNNL. This position requires onsite work a minimum of two days per week. When working remotely, PNNL employees are expected to maintain the same standards, requirements, and expectations of staff working onsite. When working remote, staff should be ready to go onsite on short notice to meet business needs. Responsibilities As a Finance & Accounting Professional supporting an assigned Directorate, you will serve as a trusted financial advisor to management and help leaders make informed business decisions. You will oversee key financial processes, including budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and performance management, while helping the organization effectively manage resources and achieve its strategic objectives. In this role, you will be responsible for the oversight and implementation of all business processes utilized in the management and operations of assigned Directorate(s) including: financial forecasting, budgeting, business analysis, and financial performance. You will perform trend analysis of financial indicators and communicate to senior management direction on financial risk areas, performance assessment, business implementation and strategy impacts. You will provide validation of Directorate(s) goals associated with Sales, BV, FTEs and Net Income. You will also be responsible for the processes and procedures associated with the full funding cycle, proposal to project close-out. Establish internal controls to reduce risk associated with business operations. Ensure compliance with accepted accounting methods, government regulations and internal policies and procedures. Provide business interface to clients and other Battelle managed laboratories. What You’ll Do Serve as a consultant to the Computing & Information Technology Directorate (CITD) leadership on financial strategies to achieve organizational and lab level vision. Develops annual budgets and performance projections for key organizational metrics such as overhead, FTEs, and pool recovery. Oversee rate calculations and evaluates historical and prospective data to inform business decisions and strategic planning. Organizes, plans, and develops common procedure for budget activity leads to follow during the Lab’s planning and budgeting process. Develops and analyzes financial forecasts and trends; evaluates financial status of budgets and overhead recoveries; issues summary reports; makes recommendations for corrective actions if necessary. Conducts monthly reviews of overhead and service center costs and recoveries and FTE performance; provides documentation for rate revisions and adjustments of budgets. Presents overall impacts and recommendation of potential options/alternatives for management approval. Ensure financial transactions comply with accounting policies and practices by conducting financial reviews and approval of appropriate source documents. Provides guidance/training for M&O organizations staff on financial policies and procedures, appropriateness of costs, and proper charging guidelines; communicates changes in accounting procedures. Financial Oversight for the following service centers: Research Computing; Public Cloud Computing; Managed Hardware Program; and Information Technology. Creation/Maintenance of accounting policies and practices related to CITD and its various services and service centers. Key financial interface between the CITD operations and the Financial Operations division within the Business Services Directorate (BSD). Performs special projects as assigned by Laboratory management. You will be successful in this role by combining strong financial and accounting expertise with sound business judgment and the ability to communicate effectively with leaders and stakeholders. You will be comfortable working through complex financial issues, developing practical and innovative solutions, and balancing immediate business needs with longer-term organizational objectives. You will also demonstrate the ability to translate strategy into actionable financial plans, navigate across organizational boundaries, and influence decisions through thoughtful analysis and trusted partnerships. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: BS/BA and 9 years of relevant experience -OR- MS/MA or higher and 7 years of relevant experience Preferred Qualifications: Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration Knowledge of PNNL financial/accounting systems and software programs Knowledge of FAR, DEAR, Cost Accounting Standards and PNNL Charging Guidelines preferred Expertise in completing complex financial analysis and developing recommendations for senior management. Experience describing complex financial topics to non-financial managers and professionals. Hazardous Working Conditions/Environment Not Applicable Additional Information At PNNL, our core capabilities are divided among major departments that we refer to as Directorates within the Lab, focused on a specific area of scientific research or other function, with its own leadership team and dedicated budget. Our directorates related to Mission Support & Operations include Office 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 for operating the 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. We foster 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 their expertise, engage in continuous learning, and advance their careers while contributing to the groundbreaking scientific work at PNNL. Testing Designated Position This is not a Testing Designated Position (TDP). About PNNL 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. Commitment to Excellence and Equal Employment Opportunity 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 . Drug Free Workplace 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. Security, Credentialing, and Eligibility Requirements 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. Mandatory Requirements 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 recu
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: BS/BA and 9 years of relevant experience -OR- MS/MA or higher and 7 years of relevant experience Preferred Qualifications: Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration Knowledge of PNNL financial/accounting systems and software programs Knowledge of FAR, DEAR, Cost Accounting Standards and PNNL Charging Guidelines preferred Expertise in completing complex financial analysis and developing recommendations for senior management. Experience describing complex financial topics to non-financial managers and professionals.
Compensation
Minimum Salary USD $126,300.00/Yr. Maximum Salary USD $199,600.00/Yr.