Accountant 3
- Req. Number: IRC136180
- Organization : Controller Accounting and Financial Reporting (CNTL-AFR)
- City, State: Los Alamos, New Mexico
- Salary: $92,300 - $151,000
What You Will Do
The Controller Division at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) provides trusted financial services that support national security and the Laboratory's mission. We offer efficient, transparent financial solutions across areas such as accounting, compliance, payroll, benefits, institutional tax, retirement, travel, disbursements, financial reporting, corporate accounting, and business systems. Our specialized groups ensure operational excellence and financial accountability. Driven by integrity, innovation, and collaboration, we continuously strive for world-class financial operations that align with LANL's broader goals. Join us in shaping the future of financial management and supporting our scientific and security missions.
The Controller Division is seeking to hire a highly motivated, energetic, and customer-focused Accountant 3 to support the CNTL-Accounting and Financial Reporting (CNTL-AFR) Group. The selected candidate will report to the CNTL-AFR General Accounting Team Leader and support the STARS Team. The candidate must demonstrate reliability and be available to work beyond regular hours during month-end and year-end closings to meet critical fiscal deadlines
Key Responsibilities:
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Education/Experience:
Position requires a bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related field and 8 years of experience; or the equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience directly related to the occupation. A master's degree is preferred.
Desired Qualifications:
Work Location: The work location for this position is hybrid and is located in Los Alamos. 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.
Where You Will Work
Located 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:
Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. 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.
No Clearance: Position does not require a security clearance. Selected candidates will be subject to drug testing and other pre-employment background checks.
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 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.
The Controller Division at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) provides trusted financial services that support national security and the Laboratory's mission. We offer efficient, transparent financial solutions across areas such as accounting, compliance, payroll, benefits, institutional tax, retirement, travel, disbursements, financial reporting, corporate accounting, and business systems. Our specialized groups ensure operational excellence and financial accountability. Driven by integrity, innovation, and collaboration, we continuously strive for world-class financial operations that align with LANL's broader goals. Join us in shaping the future of financial management and supporting our scientific and security missions.
The Controller Division is seeking to hire a highly motivated, energetic, and customer-focused Accountant 3 to support the CNTL-Accounting and Financial Reporting (CNTL-AFR) Group. The selected candidate will report to the CNTL-AFR General Accounting Team Leader and support the STARS Team. The candidate must demonstrate reliability and be available to work beyond regular hours during month-end and year-end closings to meet critical fiscal deadlines
Key Responsibilities:
- Financial Data Integrity: Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of LANL's financial data.
- Financial Reporting: Oversee the preparation and review of income and balance sheet statements, and account reconciliations for both internal and external stakeholders.
- Closing Processes: Assist and coordinate month-end and year-end financial closing cycles.
- Data Analysis: Conduct detailed analyses of financial data, addressing complex challenges and problem-solving within the framework of an advanced Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system.
- Audit Support: Approve journal entries and provide responses to audit inquiries.
- Ad Hoc Requests: Develop presentations and respond to ad hoc data requests as needed.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
- Communication Accounting Experience: Comprehensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), and financial operations, including preparing financial and management reports. Proven ability to design, implement, and enforce internal controls.
- Analytical Skills: Experience and ability to research and analyze accounting and business issues, form informed opinions, identify opportunities for process improvement, and implement solutions effectively.
- Organizational Abilities: Well, developed organizational skills and exceptional prioritization and follow-through skills, with the capacity to manage multiple tasks under strict deadlines and shifting priorities. Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
- Interpersonal and Communication Skills: Excellent communication, to include both written and verbal skills, customer service, interpersonal, and networking abilities. Skilled at resolving conflicts, influencing decisions, and building consensus with tact and diplomacy. Experience in fostering team collaboration and engaging with personnel at all levels.
- Technical Proficiency: Experience with ERP systems and related software applications, enabling efficient data analysis and reporting coupled with advanced skills using software applications.
Education/Experience:
Position requires a bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related field and 8 years of experience; or the equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience directly related to the occupation. A master's degree is preferred.
Desired Qualifications:
- Understanding DOE STARS and NNSA NDAA reporting requirements that are subject to NNSA/DOE and other governmental regulations.
- Experience working in a fully integrated ERP system: project accounting, general ledger, disbursements, reimbursable work, treasury, and a working knowledge how systems are interrelated.
- Advanced experience using Excel, Word and other database query tools (SQL).
- Demonstrated ability to develop recommendations for policies and procedures and enhancements of systems, strengthen internal controls, maximize and streamline our accounting operations.
- Ability to mentor others, fostering a respectful and productive learning environment.
- Demonstrated ability to learn quickly and contribute to new areas of interest that advances or improves the Accounting and Financial Reporting Group.
- MBA/CPA or advanced degree in a related field.
Work Location: The work location for this position is hybrid and is located in Los Alamos. 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.
Where You Will Work
Located 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 High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
- Dental and vision insurance
- Free basic life and disability insurance
- Free 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)
- Onsite gyms and wellness programs
- Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50-mile radius)
Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. 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.
No Clearance: Position does not require a security clearance. Selected candidates will be subject to drug testing and other pre-employment background checks.
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 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.
