Requisition Id 13886

Overview:

The Business Services Directorate (BSD) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) invites applicants for a Finance Analyst position supporting the Materials Science and Technology Division. Incumbents will provide professional guidance to management regarding budgeting and accounting policies, methods, and techniques; and independently carry out assignments in budget preparation, cost analysis and control, and other special assignments, requiring extensive knowledge of systems and methods commonly used in the financial community.

Major Duties/Responsibilities:

• Responsible for account management, funds control, budget allocations, cost analysis, FWP/SPP budget cycle, cost estimates, cost transfers, special requests, and interaction with program staff to resolve problems.
• Support program management in presentation of budget information and forecasts to DOE sponsor.
• Perform cost analysis on program financial and business activities, including analysis of planned to actual costs.
• Provide professional guidance to program management regarding budgeting and accounting policies, methods, and techniques.
• Prepare and ensure compliance with monthly and quarterly reporting requirements to DOE sponsor and year-end close-out requirements.
• Prepare and deliver financial presentations to Program Management and or Division Directors.
• Identify and remain compliant with financial laws and regulations.
• Respond to and follow up on frequent and critical ad hoc requests from program staff at ORNL for financial information.
• Interface with ORNL/UT-Battelle Accounting, Accounts Receivable, and Procurement to assure proper reporting of Isotope Program transactions.
• Ability to become familiar with the ORNL Accounting system and external databases to proficiently perform responsible tasks.
• Ensure compliance with environment, safety, health and quality program requirements.
• Deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility by fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.

Basic Qualifications:

• BS degree in business, finance, accounting or related field.
• A minimum of two years of broad training and experience in a wide variety of finance or accounting assignments.
• Demonstrated planning and organizing skills.
• Ability to coordinate many projects simultaneously with changing priorities.
• Excellent problem analysis and resolution skills are required.
• Must possess the ability and willingness to work effectively as a member of a team, as well as independently, as required.
• Excellent attention to detail and well-developed written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to assess priorities, allocate workloads and meet conflicting deadlines.
• Requires proficiency in applying accounting principles, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to interface with scientific and technical staff utilizing excellent human relations skills.
• Requires proficiency in PC Microsoft Office, word processing, spreadsheets, and databases, such as Excel, Adobe Acrobat and Word.

Preferred Qualifications:

• MS degree in finance or accounting, and/or CPA certification.
• Knowledge of UT-Battelle and DOE accounting systems desired.
• Experience with SAP accounting system.
• Experience with power query, MS Power BI.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and to participate creatively in collaborative teams across the laboratory.
• Ability to function well in a fast-paced research environment, set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines, and adapt to ever changing needs.

Visa Sponsorship:

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Benefits at ORNL:

ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain talented people! The laboratory offers many employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to help you and your family live happy and healthy. Employee amenities such as on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also provided for convenience.

Other benefits include the following: Prescription Drug Plan, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Contributory Pension Plan, Life Insurance, Disability Benefits, Generous Vacation and Holidays, Parental Leave, Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection, Employee Assistance Plan, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Wellness Programs, Educational Assistance, Relocation Assistance, and Employee Discounts.

If you have difficulty using the online application system or need an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please email: ORNLRecruiting@ornl.gov

In addition, we offer a flexible work environment that supports both the organization and the employee. A hybrid/onsite working arrangement may be available with this position.

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This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired.

We accept Word (.doc, .docx), Adobe (unsecured .pdf), Rich Text Format (.rtf), and HTML (.htm, .html) up to 5MB in size. Resumes from third party vendors will not be accepted; these resumes will be deleted and the candidates submitted will not be considered for employment.

ORNL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.