Financial Systems Analyst 4
- Req. Number: IRC138883
- Organization : Controller Business Systems and Technology (CNTL-BST)
- City, State: Los Alamos, New Mexico
- Salary: $114,700 - $191,200
- Recruiter Name: Norman, William Ray II
- Recruiter Email: wrnorman@lanl.gov
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.
We are seeking a highly motivated, dynamic, and customer-oriented Financial Systems Analyst 4 (FSA4) to join the Business Systems & Technology (CNTL-BST) Group. This is a senior-level role that partners across finance and IT to support, optimize, and modernize LANL's enterprise financial systems. The FSA4 will play a key role in aligning technology solutions with institutional goals and will help drive LANL's long-term ERP modernization strategy.
This position is critical to sustaining a complex financial systems ecosystem-including Oracle EBS, integrated SaaS platforms (Ariba, Concur), and over 50 custom tools-and enabling scalable, compliant, and data-driven financial operations.
Key Responsibilities:
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Desired Qualifications:
Education: A bachelor's degree in business, finance, accounting, or a related field and at least 12 years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
Work Location: The work location for this position is telework and is located in Los Alamos. Telework is defined as working from offsite but within 2hours ground commute of this location. Reporting onsite may be periodically necessary. 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:
Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
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.
Incentive Compensation Program: Position is eligible to participate in the Triad Incentive Compensation Program. You must be in an eligible position for a minimum of 3 months, before July 1st and remain in an eligible position as of the end of the fiscal year, September 30th. The annual distribution is prorated based on the number of months in the eligible position.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as 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, state, and local 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 (505)-664-6947 opt. 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.
We are seeking a highly motivated, dynamic, and customer-oriented Financial Systems Analyst 4 (FSA4) to join the Business Systems & Technology (CNTL-BST) Group. This is a senior-level role that partners across finance and IT to support, optimize, and modernize LANL's enterprise financial systems. The FSA4 will play a key role in aligning technology solutions with institutional goals and will help drive LANL's long-term ERP modernization strategy.
This position is critical to sustaining a complex financial systems ecosystem-including Oracle EBS, integrated SaaS platforms (Ariba, Concur), and over 50 custom tools-and enabling scalable, compliant, and data-driven financial operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Systems Strategy & Support: Lead the configuration, optimization, and support of LANL's Oracle EBS modules and related systems, including Ariba, Concur, MicroStrategy, Power BI, and custom tools.
- Business Partnership & Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with finance leaders, business owners, and IT developers to gather requirements, evaluate solutions, and ensure system alignment with business needs.
- Testing, Upgrades & Enhancements: Drive system testing (unit, integration, UAT), lead upgrades, and implement enhancements with focus on stability, scalability, and security.
- Training & End-User Support: Provide expert guidance and training to system users, resolve production issues, and serve as a go-to resource for functional and reporting needs.
- Compliance & Policy Alignment: Support system design and reporting to meet compliance with DOE/NNSA regulations and internal financial controls.
- Leadership & Mentorship: Lead or co-lead financial systems projects, guide junior analysts, and coordinate across functional and technical teams.
- Reporting & Metrics Development: Design and deliver financial reports and dashboards to support operational insight and executive decision-making.
- Innovation & Benchmarking: Stay informed on ERP and financial technology trends-including AI and automation-benchmark practices with other Department of Energy (DOE) Labs and recommend continuous improvement opportunities.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
- Extensive experience supporting Oracle EBS financial modules and applying IT principles to financial management systems.
- Proven ability to lead complex projects and deliver creative, compliant reporting and system solutions.
- Expertise in ERP testing, upgrades, functional design, and stakeholder consultation-preferably in Oracle Financials.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills related to data integrity, financial system integrations, and business process improvements.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with demonstrated ability to engage and influence diverse stakeholder groups.
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience leading or contributing to a large-scale ERP implementation or modernization effort.
- Proficiency with SQL and financial data analysis.
- Experience working with Agile project management methodologies.
- Familiarity with integrated platforms such as Ariba, Concur, Power BI, and MicroStrategy.
- Exposure to web-based HRMS payroll systems.
- Prior experience supporting systems in a DOE National Lab or similarly regulated environment.
Education: A bachelor's degree in business, finance, accounting, or a related field and at least 12 years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
Work Location: The work location for this position is telework and is located in Los Alamos. Telework is defined as working from offsite but within 2hours ground commute of this location. Reporting onsite may be periodically necessary. 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:
Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
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 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)
- 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.
Incentive Compensation Program: Position is eligible to participate in the Triad Incentive Compensation Program. You must be in an eligible position for a minimum of 3 months, before July 1st and remain in an eligible position as of the end of the fiscal year, September 30th. The annual distribution is prorated based on the number of months in the eligible position.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as 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, state, and local 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 (505)-664-6947 opt. 3.
