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.
The Controller and Director of Financial Operations at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) plays a crucial role in the organization’s financial health and efficiency. This position reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO)/Associate Lab Director (ALD) of Business Services and oversees the lab's financial operations.
Responsibilities- Financial Leadership: Guides the lab's financial operations, including General Accounting, Payroll, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Treasury Services, and Travel Services.
- Advisory Role: Advises the CFO and ALD on financial operations, compliance, payroll, and travel management.
- Strategic Participation: As a member of the directorate leadership team, provides insights and recommendations on improving business services.
- Strategy and Best Practices: Develops and implements strategies to maintain financial integrity, including accurate recording of transactions, controls, audits, billing, and managing fraud risks.
- Compliance: Ensures adherence to all relevant laws, regulations, Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Federal Travel Regulations (FTR), and U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) requirements.
- Audit Management: Oversees internal and external audits related to finance, as well as tax returns and reporting requirements to the DOE and the federal government.
- Networking and Best Practices: Builds networks with accounting activities at other DOE labs and leverages professional connections to identify and implement best practices.
- System Oversight: Acts as the business owner of the core accounting system and is responsible for travel and time-billing systems.
This role is essential for maintaining the financial stability and compliance of PNNL, ensuring that all financial operations run smoothly and efficiently.
QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:
- BS/BA and 15 years work experience -OR-
- MS/MA or higher and 13 years of experience
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in providing effective and efficient accounting operations in multiple functions in Financial Operations, such as Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, General Ledger, Cost Accounting, Property Accounting, and Travel.
Broad knowledge in financial management internal controls for federal contractors and OMB Circular A-123 Financial Management Assessment (FMA) evaluation and testing.
Strong leadership and management skills and experience delivering consistent, high-quality services in a fast paced and demanding environment.
Demonstrated experience building, leading, and delivering effective team and individual performance. Experience recruiting, developing and coaching managers and staff with the skills, knowledge and abilities to perform in a high-performance organization.
Broad knowledge of Governmental Accounting, CAS, GAAP and other applicable financial policies and practices.
Experience in developing and managing large institutional accounting/financial systems to meet organization needs, enhance customer support and reduce costs.
Strong interpersonal skills and proven record of success in building and maintaining effective relationships with a diverse set of customers, senior management, stakeholders, regulatory entities, 3rd party providers, peers and subordinates.
Excellent oral and written communications with the ability to influence and provide counsel to Lab executive leaders and stakeholders to accomplish business objectives and contractual obligations.
Hazardous Working Conditions/EnvironmentNot Applicable
Testing Designated PositionThis is not a Testing Designated Position (TDP).
About PNNLPacific 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, 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 careers@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.
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.
HSPD-12 PIV Credential RequirementIn accordance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Order 473.1A, new employees are required to obtain and maintain a HSPD-12 Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Credential. To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete and pass a Federal Tier 1 background check investigation. This investigation includes a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture within the last year. This includes marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws.
Mandatory RequirementsPlease 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.
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* Research Associates excluded.
**Once eligibility requirements are met.
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Notice to ApplicantsPNNL 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.
Minimum SalaryUSD $208,500.00/Yr.
Maximum SalaryUSD $333,600.00/Yr.
