Finance & Accounting Professional 4

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, flexible work schedules and telework options. 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.OverviewThe 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.ResponsibilitiesJob Description:Respsonsible for leading assessment activities, deep dives, and special projects in specific financial management risk areas

Evaluate Accounting Practice compliance and make recommendations for improvements

Develop corrective or improvement plans to address areas needing improvemnts

Evaluate performance in financial management risk and controls

Supporting Groups:Evaluation may be performed in the following areasEvaluates performance of professional financial/accounting activities including the maintenance, control, analysis and development of complex financial/accounting records, reports and systems. Provides business advice and services to management and staff to ensure compliance with applicable federal laws, regulations, policies and good business practices. Includes systems and process development to improve business practices.

Evaluates performance of professional financial/accounting activities control, analysis and development of complex financial/accounting records, reports and systems. Completes and submits DOE/Corporate reporting while providing audit support to the orginization.

Evaluates professional financial/accounting activities including the maintenance, control, analysis and development of complex financial/accounting records, reports and systems. Focus on accounting for inventory, and capital assets. Provides oversight of the Property Determination process and capital/expense cost treatment. Provides business advice and services to management and staff to ensure compliance with applicable federal laws, regulations, policies and good business practices. Includes systems and process development to improve business practices.

Finance Professional – Level 4Demonstrates leadership by translating strategy into specific goals and objectives. Works on unusually complex problems and provide solutions which are highly innovative and ingenious. Identifies opportunities and risks and makes recommendations affecting organizational or Lab strategy.

Recognized for competency and wide-ranging experience. Uses professional financial accounting concepts and organizational objectives to resolve complex issues in creative and effective ways. Balances long-term strategic goals with short-term priorities, and networks across management systems. Ensures effective internal controls for assigned operations.

Exercises judgement in selecting financial and accounting methods and techniques, and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.

Interacts internally and externally related to plans, deliverables and objectives.

Conducts mentoring and training and may function as team lead or give direction to other staff.

QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of relevant experience.

Advanced degree and 6+ years of relevant experience.

Professional license and/or certification may be preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, MIS or a related business field

Working knowledge of financial accounting and reporting systems, general accounting practices, internal controls, cost accounting standards, and strong analytical, process development and communication skills are required.

A high degree of knowledge of Microsoft Access and Excel is a requirement.

Assignments may be wide in scope requiring a broad background of experience or independent action and a high degree of initiative to resolve issues.

Has substantial understanding of the job and applies knowledge and skills to complete a wide range of tasks.

Skilled in the use of basic financial and accounting systems and software.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Hazardous Working Conditions/EnvironmentNot ApplicableAdditional InformationNot ApplicableTesting Designated PositionThis is not a Testing Designated Position (TDP)Commitment to Excellence, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Equal Employment OpportunityOur laboratory is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment dedicated to solving critical challenges in fundamental sciences, national security, and energy resiliency. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. In support of this commitment, we encourage people of all racial/ethnic identities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply for employment.Pacific Northwest National Laboratory considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), 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 hr@pnnl.gov .Drug Free WorkplacePNNL 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.Mandatory RequirementsBattelle requires employees to have a COVID-19 vaccine as a condition of employment, subject to accommodation. Applicants are required to disclose their vaccination status following a conditional offer of employment and must attest to being fully vaccinated with a Center for Disease Control (CDC)-approved COVID-19 vaccination, or provide documentation of need for medical or religious exemption from the COVID-19 vaccination requirement.