Accounting Supervisor

Brookhaven Science Associates•Upton, NY

41d•Hybrid

About The Position

Brookhaven National Laboratory is committed to employee success and we believe that a comprehensive employee benefits program is an important and meaningful part of the compensation employees receive. Review more information at BNL | Benefits Program The Business Services Directorate (BSD) provides high-quality business services to support the Lab's research initiatives by participating in cross-functional teams with a focus on risk mitigation and cost management, which is a critical component to the Lab's success. Led by the Chief Financial Officer, Brookhaven's Business Services Directorate includes the Budget Office, Fiscal Services Division, Procurement & Property Management Division, Chief Financial Office, and the Business Operations Offices. The Directorate manages a broad range of financial activities, including the planning and implementation of the Lab's fiscal matters and its approximately $900 million annual budget. The function of the Fiscal Services Division (FSD) is to support the mission critical research of Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL). FSD provides Payroll, Accounts Payable, General Accounting, Financial Reporting and Travel Services support to the Laboratory. The open position is for an Accounting Supervisor in the General Accounting area of the Division. The Accounting Supervisor reports to the Fiscal Officer. Under minimal supervision, this individual will demonstrate versatility in performing diverse complex accounting assignments requiring professional training and expertise in the preparation, control, and maintenance of regularly produced accounting records and reports. The successful candidate combines excellent analytical skills with a thorough knowledge of accounting principles to analyze financial reports and forecasts. The successful candidate can work effectively independently or in a team and meet multiple deadlines.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or equivalent experience, generally based on basis of 2:1(experience: college) years.
Minimum of six (6) years of relevant experience, preferably accounting experience.
Ability to function well in a team-oriented environment and manage priorities independently.
Proficient application and understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Experience with ERP ledger systems.
Proficient skill level with Excel.
Accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to schedule and meet financial deadlines.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Confidentiality and integrity.
Supervisory experience.

Nice To Haves

Government accounting experience preferred.
CPA or MBA.
Oracle People Soft Financials.

Responsibilities

IPAC (intra-governmental payment and collection system)
Year-end AP and AR confirmations
NIH reporting
AP DOEPAC Entries
Banking administrator
Reviewing large accruals
Foreign currency reporting
OFA billings/closeouts
Statement of Cash (SOCA)
Monthly EFT entries
Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls
Review and recommend modifications to accounting systems and procedures
Provide input into department goal-setting process
Assist with financial statement audits
Contribute to month-end and year-end close process
Ensure compliance with GAAP principles
Supervising staff.