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Argonne National Laboratory Financial Analyst in Lemont, Illinois
We're seeking a Financial Analyst IV to be a key member of our Division’s management team, focusing on budgetary and accounting information for the Strategic Security Sciences (SSS) Division.
Key Responsibilities:
Conduct complex financial analyses, cost control, and trend identification.
Prepare and manage monthly, routine, and ad hoc financial reports.
Respond to budgetary and accounting requests from DOE, Laboratory management, Directorate management, Division management, and programmatic staff.
Prepare financial data for reviews and presentations, cost estimates for funding proposals, and expenditure plans.
Provide consulting on complex financial issues, including proposal development.
Monitor spending, analyze variances, and resolve financial discrepancies.
Oversee funds control for purchases, subcontracts, service contracts, travel, and material orders.
Develop knowledge of Familiarity with Strategic Partnership Projects and CRADAs.
Position Requirements
Advanced knowledge of budget management, financial analysis, and accounting principles.
Ability to handle tight deadlines and quick turnarounds that can vary between a couple of hours and a month.
Proficiency in business applications and database management (Excel, Access).
Understanding of direct and indirect allocation, and full cost recovery procedures.
Ability to handle multiple competing priorities, expedited review and approval requests often needing to be completed within an hour.
Strong analytical, quantitative, and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently, establish effective working relationships, and communicate effectively.
Extreme attention to detail and ability to prioritize and adapt to changes.
Ability to cross-train and mentor team members.
Commitment to Argonne’s Core Values: Impact, Respect, Safety, Integrity, and Teamwork.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree with 6+ years of experience, or Master's degree with 4+ years of experience, or equivalent.
Job Family
Professional Administrative (PA)
Job Profile
Budget/Resource Administration 4
Worker Type
Regular
Time Type
Full time
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