Finance & Accounting Professional 3

Overview

This Finance & Accounting Professional supports Travel Services within the Financial Operations Division of BSD and reports to the Manager, Travel Services. The role contributes to the effective operation of PNNL Travel Services by researching travel transactions, analyzing data, resolving routine issues, and assisting travelers and internal partners. Through this work, the individual builds subject matter expertise in travel systems, policies, federal requirements, and business processes while developing the technical and professional skills needed for continued growth within Financial Operations.

Travel Operations Support

• Serve as a subject matter expert for the Travel & Expense System and related accounting functions.
• Interpret travel policy, procedures, federal requirements, and system functionality for travelers and internal partners.
• Research and resolve transactional, system, and process issues within the Travel & Expense System.
• Review and analyze travel requests, itineraries, and expense reports to identify discrepancies and determine appropriate resolution.

Data & Financial Analysis

• Develop and maintain Travel Services reporting and dashboards to monitor travel activity, compliance, trends, and key performance indicators.
• Use Excel and other analytical tools to organize, analyze, and reconcile travel and financial data.
• Perform reconciliations and analyses to ensure accuracy and completeness of travel-related general ledger liabilities.
• Review travel data to identify trends, recurring issues, and opportunities for process improvement.

Compliance & Controls

• Learn and apply Travel Services policies, DOE regulations, internal controls, and system requirements to ensure compliant operations.
• Support internal control and compliance activities, including documentation gathering, data review, and A-123 testing support.
• Assist with internal and external audit requests by researching travel transactions, validating documentation, and preparing responses.

Documentation, Training, and Process Improvement

• Develop and maintain Travel Services procedures, desk guides, training materials, and other documentation.
• Identify and communicate system, workflow, and process improvement opportunities.
• Support travel-system changes, enhancements, testing, and related initiatives.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Collaborate with Travel Services team members, IT, Financial Operations partners, Business Offices, and other internal stakeholders to exchange information, research questions, and resolve issues.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• BS/BA in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration or a related field and 5 years of relevant accounting experience - OR -
• MS/MA in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration or a related field and 3 years of relevant accounting experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of PNNL financial/accounting systems and software programs.
• Proficiency with Excel, data analysis, and financial or transactional reconciliation.
• Assignments may be wide in scope requiring a broad background of experience or independent action and high degree of initiative to resolve issues.
• Ability to research issues, interpret policy, and provide clear guidance.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain accuracy, and adapt to evolving requirements.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Hazardous Working Conditions/Environment

Not Applicable.

Testing Designated Position

This is not a Testing Designated Position (TDP).

Rockstar Rewards

Employees and their families are offered medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, robust telehealth care options, several mental health benefits, free wellness coaching, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, basic life insurance, disability insurance*, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, tuition assistance, relocation, backup childcare, legal benefits, 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 401 (k) savings plan with company match*. Employees may accrue up to 120 vacation hours per year and may receive ten paid holidays per year.
* Research Associates excluded.
**All benefits are dependent upon eligibility.

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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 $86,700.00/Yr.
Maximum Salary

USD $134,200.00/Yr.