Controller & Director of Financial Operations - Pacific Northwest National Laboratory

**Overview** We are looking for a dynamic leader to serve as the **Controller & Director of Financial Operations** for the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) in the **Business Services Directorate** (BSD). BSD delivers essential financial, contractual, and project management capabilities to PNNL that are required as part of our management and operations contract to operate PNNL on behalf of the Department of Energy. PNNL takes on some of the world's toughest research challenges and biggest scientific questions in chemistry, earth sciences, biology, and data science. We do difficult, demanding, and exciting fundamental research to discover new knowledge and apply it to innovations in technology for our energy future and national security. The Controller, who is responsible for general accounting and key business services, leads efficient, effective, and compliant business services in order to increase the scientific impact of PNNL. **Responsibilities** + Develops and implements strategies and best practices to support the financial integrity of PNNL ensuring proper recording of financial transactions, controls, audits, billings, and payables, and addressing fraud and other risks. + Prepares and submits the Disclosure Statement and oversees accounting changes and change management. + Maintains compliance with laws, regulations, Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Federal Travel Regulations (FTR), U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) contractual requirements, DOE orders, policies, and directives, and PNNL policies and procedures. + Oversees and manages internal and external audit activity related to finance and accounting, the Incurred Cost Submission, Disclosure Statement, tax returns, and other reporting requirements to DOE and the federal government. + Builds and engages network of accounting activities at other DOE labs and/or leveraging professional network to identify best practices. + Serves as business owner of core accounting system, feeder systems, and customer facing systems, including travel and time-billing. + Functional responsibility for General Accounting, Payroll, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivables, Treasury Services, Travel Services, and Government Accounting. + Advises the CFO/ALD and senior and executive management on matters related to financial operations, accounting compliance, and business services including payroll and travel management. + Member of directorate leadership team providing insight and recommendations on both opportunities and challenges for all business services at the laboratory. + The Controller and Director of the Financial Operations Division reports to the PNNL Chief Financial Officer (CFO)/Associate Lab Director (ALD) of Business Services and leads the financial operations of the laboratory. **Qualifications** Minimum 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 of 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 a proven record of success in building and maintaining effective relationships with a diverse set of customers, senior management, stakeholders, regulatory entities, third-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. + Demonstrated record of outstanding customer service and continuous improvement through the use of best practices, process and system improvements, and effective change management. **Hazardous Working Conditions/Environment** Not Applicable **Additional Information** Due to business needs and client space, US Citizenship is required. Pacific Northwest National Laboratory is subject to the Department of Energy Unclassified Foreign Visits & Assignments Program site, information, technologies, and equipment access requirements. **Testing Designated Position** This is not a Testing Designated Position (TDP). **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 careers@pnnl.gov . **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. 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 Requirement** In 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 Requirements** 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. 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. **Rockstar Rewards** Employees and their families are offered medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, basic life insurance, disability insurance*, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, tuition assistance, supplemental parental bonding leave**, surrogacy and adoption assistance, and fertility support. Employees are automatically enrolled in our company funded pension plan* and may enroll in our 401k savings plan. Employees may accrue up to 120 vacation hours per year and may receive ten paid holidays per year. * Research Associates excluded. **Once eligibility requirements are met. Click Here For Rockstar Rewards (https://careers.pnnl.gov/rockstar-rewards) **Notice to Applicants** PNNL 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 Salary** USD $204,400.00/Yr. **Maximum Salary** USD $327,000.00/Yr.