Finance & Accounting Professional 4 (Part-Time)

Overview Responsible for performing financial/accounting activities in support of the maintenance, control, analysis and development of complex financial/accounting records, reports, and systems. Assists in providing advice and services to management and staff to ensure compliance with applicable federal laws, regulations, policies and good business practices. Assists in the adherence to and communication of policies and procedures, including training and interpretation for the various organizations supported. Responsibilities Finance & Accounting 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. Prepare, review and validate complete and accuracy of financial data, i.e. Invalids, Cost Corrections, Cost Proposals, WBS and charge codes. Performs financial studies; analyzes data; makes recommendations based on findings; prepares correspondence and reports based on those studies. Provides technical support and training for computer applications related to business systems. 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. Prepares financial reports and projections to assist in the development of budgets and for budget monitoring; monitors expenditures to assure budget compliance; prepares budget submission forms. Interprets the financial information for management; presents information through reports, spreadsheets, summaries, graphs, and charts. Perform monthly account reconciliations. Work with other groups such as Information Management Services, Accounting Administrators, Contracts staff, Business Office staff, and Cost Accounting staff to resolve reconciling items. Provide support to internal and external auditors, as necessary. Perform Accounting Transaction Management entries as needed. Support IM services with routine maintenance, as well as testing new system functionality or upgrades to PeopleSoft to ensure core functionality is maintained. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: BS/BA and 7 years of relevant experience -OR- MS/MA or higher and 5 years of relevant experience Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s 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. Hazardous Working Conditions/Environment Not Applicable Additional Information This position will work 30 hours per week. This posting may result in multiple offers for positions in various core financial or accounting functions such as Financial Operations or deployed to provide business management support for research and operational organizations within PNNL. Testing Designated Position Not Applicable 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, 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. Commitment to Excellence, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Equal Employment Opportunity Our 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 [email protected]. 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. Beginning 05/01/23, 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. Mandatory Requirements Battelle 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. 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. 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