Division Finance Business Partner - Hybrid Position
Argonne National Laboratory
Lemont, IL
Job posting number: #7121791 (Ref:414678)
Posted: January 9, 2023
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Job Description
We invite you to apply for a Financial Business Partner role with the Physics Division in the Physical Sciences and Engineering Directorate. In this role, you will serve as primary spokesperson for the Division in all areas related to financial management and reporting, provide advice and counsel to division management regarding financial resources, Argonne National Laboratory (ANL) financial policy and practices, and the policy and practices of Department of Energy (DOE) and other sponsor organizations.
This position works directly with division management and staff to identify, develop and implement divisional/programmatic efficiencies. This role creates, implements, and monitors comprehensive, long-term strategic financial reporting, processes, and tools to ensure achievement of Division financial goals while simultaneously assuring fiscal integrity.
You will also:
Establish cost estimates for funding proposals, providing resource costs, funding requirements and submissions for Field Work Proposals, DOE proposals, Work for Other Proposals, CRADAs, etc.
Monitor spending, analyze variances, identify funding problems or issues, identify accounting practices and resolve any reporting discrepancies
Exercise funds control over purchases, subcontracts, service contracts, travel, service requests, effort charges, space, etc.
Serve as Technical Representative on contracts
This job description documents the general nature of work but is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all activities, duties and responsibilities required of job incumbent. Consequently, job incumbent may be required to perform other duties as assigned.
Position Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, accounting or related degree
6+ years’ experience in finance, budget management, resource allocation and programmatic reporting
Excellent oral and written communication skills including the ability to communicate financial data and outcomes in a manner that meets the needs of the stakeholders
Strong analytical skills and the ability to reach satisfactory resolution of complex budgetary situations
Ability to develop and maintain effective interpersonal relationships with internal and external contacts of all levels of authority and the ability to work both independently and/or as a team member to achieve desired goals
Capability to independently carry out delegated authority with a minimum of instruction
Ability to identify, develop and implement division efficiencies related to financial management
Preferred Qualification:
Knowledge of Workday computer-based financial systems and their operation, cost/budget analysis and record keeping
Extensive knowledge of budget management, financial analysis, financial modeling, and accounting principles
Expert proficiency in business applications and financial modeling and forecasting
Strong analytical skills including the ability to synthesize data, draw conclusions, and reach satisfactory resolution of complex financial situations
Knowledge of indirect and direct allocation and full cost recovery budget and financial procedures
Experience providing financial support for complex proposals
Demonstrated ability to create and manipulate comprehensive and clear financial data for reports, reviews, and presentations
Independently carry out delegated authority and work with minimum instruction
Ability to handle multiple, complex, high-visibility financial requests with accuracy and timeliness
Handle matters with a high degree of confidentiality and discretion
Develop and maintain interpersonal relationships with internal and external contacts of all levels of authority and the ability to work both independently and/or as a team member to achieve desired goals
Advanced/expert knowledge of Excel and related Microsoft applications
Identify, develop and implement organizational efficiencies
Knowledge of ANL and DOE policies and procedures
Knowledge of ANL applications
Ability to model Argonne’s Core Values: Impact, Safety, Respect, Integrity, and Teamwork
PA4: Bachelor’s and 6+ years, some occupations may require graduate degree and 4+ years or equivalent
Job Family
Professional Administrative (PA)Job Profile
Budget/Resource Administration 4Worker Type
RegularTime Type
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