Finance & Acctg Professional 3

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, control, analyze, and develop complex financial and accounting records, reports, and systems, including ongoing support and improvement.
• Provide business guidance and advisory services to management and staff to ensure compliance with applicable federal laws, regulations, policies, and sound business practices.
• Interpret, apply, and communicate business policies and procedures; deliver training and support to ensure consistent understanding and implementation across supported organizations.
• Partner with divisions to design, develop, and deliver system and process training for PPS to staff.
• Partner with divisions to design, develop, and deliver Service Center annual review process.
• Lead and manage the summer internship program, including planning, coordination, and engagement activities.
• Prepare and coordinate completion of the incurred cost submission.
• Serve as the point of contact and lead for the PNNL Assessment Scheduling Tool and related assessment activities.
• Respond to government accounting requests, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely submission of information.
• Support lead initiative with ad hoc request for CORE implementation.

Qualifications

• BS/BA and 5 years of relevant experience -OR- MS/MA or higher and 3 years of relevant experience.
• Preferred qualifications include a 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.
• Working knowledge of financial systems, general accounting practices and strong analytical and communication skills.
• Knowledge of FAR, DEAR, Cost Accounting Standards and PNNL Charging Guidelines.

Benefits

Hazardous Working Conditions/Environment: Not Applicable

Pay

USD $86,700.00/Yr. - USD $134,200.00/Yr.

Schedule

N/A