POSITION SPECIFICSWe are searching for an Accounting Specialist to join the Accounting Department with the Office of Business Services at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State University. ARL Business Services enables and facilitates the research, scholarship, and creative endeavors of ARL by providing efficient and high-quality contracting, purchasing, accounting, and related capabilities to all ARL programs.
ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply.
You will:- Review, analyze, and reconcile financial and non-financial data
- Generate and analyze various monthly, yearly, and ad hoc reports
- Support internal and external audit efforts
- Participate in business process improvement activities
- Investigate and resolve complex business issues
- Review various types of transactions and forms to ensure compliance with applicable contractual terms and conditions, ARL and Penn State Policies, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and Federal Regulations
Required skills/experience areas include:- Success producing and interpreting financial reports
- Demonstrated ability to work through difficult problems, using proper steps to define and formulate ideas to reach a solution
- Working knowledge of cost accounting principles
- Intermediate experience with Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Ability to work both independently and as a project team member
- Success in an office environment, where various forms of communication and organizational skills were crucial to be effective
Preferred skills/experience areas include:- Demonstrated ability to analyze complex problems and implement solutions
- Demonstrated experience with financial and compliance audits
- Working knowledge of Federal Regulations, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS)
- Willingness to learn commercial information systems
- Sponsored award administration
Your working location can be hybrid on-site/work from home, or fully remote, dependent on skillset and location, within the U.S. Questions related to flexible work should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.
MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONSBachelor's Degree6+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience acceptedRequired Certifications:None
ARL's purpose is to research and develop innovative solutions to challenging scientific, engineering, and technology problems in support of the Navy, the Department of Defense (DoD), and the Intel Community (IC).
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION on ARL, visit our web site at www.arl.psu.edu.
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCESEmployment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
Notice regarding employment at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL):Employees must be eligible to obtain a government security clearance, participate in the ARL drug testing program, and comply with electronic and physical monitoring requirements applicable to federal contractors. ARL operates in a secure information environment involving Unclassified, Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), and Classified information. Personal electronic devices brought onsite must be registered and may be restricted from certain areas. You must be a U.S. citizen to apply.
SALARY & BENEFITSThe salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $68,604.00 - $102,900.00.
Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure
Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICSPursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
