What You Will Do :The Lab invites you to join our Finance Operations (FIN-OPS) group, supporting financial operations, reporting and analysis for the Deputy Directorate for Operations (DDOPS).The position is responsible for assisting in the day-to-day budgeting activities and in preparing basic financial reports. Responsible for gaining an understanding of financial policies, procedures and usage of business systems. Formulates, distributes and maintains budgets for programs or organizational units using actual performance, previous budget figures, estimated funding, expense reports, and other data sources to control funds and provide for proper financial administration. Prepares financial plans, monitors implementation of financial policies, prepares regular and special-purpose reports, maintains historical records, analyzes trends, establishes cost plans and labor & non-labor forecasts, recommends and interprets budgetary policies and procedures, prepares comparative evaluation of actual costs against budgeted funds, and determines rationale for variances between costs and budget.What You NeedMinimum Job Requirements:Finance/Accounting ExperienceBasic knowledge of financial concepts, including financial planning and analysis, budget formulation and execution, business analysis, and general business operations. Skill in analyzing financial data and providing financial guidance and alternatives/recommendations to customers. Experience in applying problem solving techniques and communicating both orally and in writing. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel with ability to manipulate and interpret large datasets.Teamwork/LeadershipAbility to work in a complex organization with diverse operations, combined with a demonstrated record of effective teamwork. Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication and the ability to interact with a variety of constituents. Self-driven, accountable for individual learning and understanding of financial policies, processes, concepts while obtaining frequent mentoring from group staff.Organizational SkillsExcellent organizational skills and the ability to independently establish priorities, manage projects, and execute complex business and financial assignments.Education/Experience:Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related field with 2 years' relevant experience; or, the equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience directly related to the occupation.Desired Qualifications:
General understanding of Federal Cost Accounting Standards, Federal Acquisition Regulations, and appropriations law.
Experience with Government Contractors which could include a National Laboratory or a National Nuclear Security Administration/Department of Energy facility.
Ability to obtain a Q clearance
Work Location: The work location for this position is hybrid and is located in . Hybrid is defined as working partially onsite/partially offsite but within 2 hours ground commute of this location. All work locations are at the discretion of management and can change at any time with appropriate notice.Position commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.Note to Applicants:Along with your resume, please include a detailed cover letter explaining how you meet each of the minimum requirements and any of the desired qualifications.Where You Will WorkLocated in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
Dental and vision insurance
Free basic life and disability insurance
Paid childbirth and parental leave
Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
Flexible schedules and time off (PTO) and holidays)
Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50-mile radius)
Additional DetailsDirective 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2 (https://directives.nnsa.doe.gov/supplemental-directive/sd-0206-0002) . Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.Clearance: ( Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 (https://www.directives.doe.gov/directives-documents/400-series/0472.2-BOrder-A/@Aimages/file) for additional information.New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 (https://int.lanl.gov/policy/documents/P701.pdf) for applicant eligibility requirements.Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call 1-505-664-6947 option 2 and then option 3.
